WA12 0AZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Kershaw Way, 0.5km from Newton in Makerfield in Newton-le-Willows. Administratively it sits within Newton-le-Willows West ward and the St Helens North constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WA12 0AZ is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 27% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £151k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 27.6% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for WA12 0AZ are sourced from Output Area E00034795 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KERSHAW WAY, WA12 0AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KERSHAW WAY, WA12 0AZ.
229
45
£ 39,200 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 61% owner-occupation and average age 45, WA12 0AZ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £151k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 27.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA12 0AZ. The average age is 44.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 137,250
4 sales · Mean £ 134,875
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WA12 0AZ has low crime rates — 22 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 Mary's Catholic Infant School
Newton-le-Willows Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Junior School
St Peter's CofE Primary School
The District CofE Primary School
Wargrave CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Oak Tree0.3 km
- Old Crow Public House0.5 km
- The Firkin Bar0.7 km
- The Pied Bull Hotel0.7 km
- Sunbeam Hotel1.0 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Fika Coffee and Home0.6 km
- Shakey J’s Family Dining0.6 km
- Amans0.6 km
- The Kirkfield1.0 km
- Verona Kitchen & Bar Ltd0.7 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- International Shop0.9 km
- Jasmine's Gifts0.6 km
- Ali Omar Stop N Shop0.5 km
- Domestic Abuse WA12 Food Share1.0 km
- Bargain Booze0.6 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Dragon Takeaway0.9 km
- Hong Liang0.6 km
- Subway0.6 km
- Zerizza0.6 km
- Sweet 'n' Sour0.9 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Earlestown1.1 km
- Newton-Le-Willows1.2 km
- Garswood4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Davies Avenue0.1 km
- Cheltenham Drive0.1 km
- Cole Avenue0.2 km
- Hope Academy0.2 km
- Hope Acaedmy0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WA120AZ · Data under Open Government Licence