WA12 0AQ is a safe, established residential area located 0.9km from Newton in Makerfield in St. Helens. Administratively it sits within Newton-le-Willows East ward and the St Helens North constituency.
For families considering a move, WA12 0AQ represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — public administration and security with mainly white workforces. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for WA12 0AQ are sourced from Output Area E00034778 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WA12 0AQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WA12 0AQ.
316
44
£ 42,400 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WA12 0AQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
WA12 0AQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 87% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA12 0AQ. The average age is 44.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WA12 0AQ has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hope Academy
St Peter's CofE Primary School
Newton-le-Willows Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Infant School
St Mary's Catholic Junior School
The District CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Oak Tree0.6 km
- Old Crow Public House0.9 km
- The Firkin Bar0.8 km
- The Pied Bull Hotel0.8 km
- The Riddling Rack0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Fika Coffee and Home0.7 km
- Shakey J’s Family Dining0.7 km
- Amans0.7 km
- Verona Kitchen & Bar Ltd0.8 km
- Village Pantry0.7 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Jasmine's Gifts0.7 km
- Ali Omar Stop N Shop0.7 km
- Bargain Booze0.7 km
- Crow Lane Mini Market0.9 km
- Drinkworthy Ltd0.8 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Hong Liang0.7 km
- Subway0.7 km
- Zerizza0.7 km
- The Cod Father0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton-Le-Willows1.3 km
- Earlestown1.5 km
- Garswood4.2 km
Bus Stops
- Selwyn Jones Sports Centre Hail and Ride0.0 km
- Hope Acaedmy0.2 km
- Hope Academy0.2 km
- Mullins Avenue0.4 km
- Billington Avenue0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WA120AQ · Data under Open Government Licence