WA12 0BG is a sought-after residential area on Southworth Road, 0.9km from Newton in Makerfield in Newton-le-Willows. Administratively it sits within Newton-le-Willows East ward and the St Helens North constituency.
For serious buyers, WA12 0BG is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £141k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for WA12 0BG are sourced from Output Area E00034761 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SOUTHWORTH ROAD, WA12 0BG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTHWORTH ROAD, WA12 0BG.
452
42
£ 42,400 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WA12 0BG 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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WA12 0BG combines high owner-occupation (92%), strong property values (£141k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £141k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA12 0BG. The average age is 42.0. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 141,000
1 sales · Mean £ 141,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WA12 0BG has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Peter's CofE Primary School
Newton-le-Willows Primary School
Willow Bank School
Hope Academy
St Mary's Catholic Infant School
Wargrave House School
St Mary's Catholic Junior School
Wargrave CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Jasmine's Gifts0.6 km
- Shop & Drive0.1 km
- Bargain Booze0.6 km
- Drinkworthy Ltd0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Amans0.6 km
- The Kirkfield0.2 km
- Verona Kitchen & Bar Ltd0.4 km
- Village Pantry0.6 km
- Fika Coffee and Home0.6 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Hong Liang0.6 km
- Subway0.6 km
- Willows Fried Chicken and Pizza1.0 km
- Zerizza0.6 km
- Super Liang1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Oak Tree0.8 km
- The Riddling Rack0.7 km
- The Firkin Bar0.5 km
- The Pied Bull Hotel0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- NISA Local1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton-Le-Willows0.2 km
- Earlestown1.7 km
- Garswood5.5 km
Bus Stops
- Rosemary Drive0.0 km
- RosemarY Drive0.1 km
- Newton-le-Willows Station0.1 km
- Newton-le-Willows Station0.1 km
- Newton-le-Willows Rail Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: WA120BG · Data under Open Government Licence