Postcode Analysis St. Helens, North West

MERE ROAD, WA12 0BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MERE ROAD, WA12 0BJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

452

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 42,400 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: WA12 0BJ 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.

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6/10
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8/10
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2/10
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10/10
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1/10
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9/10
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7/10
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9/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WA12 0BJ combines high owner-occupation (92%), strong property values (£925k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £925k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WA12 0BJ is a sought-after residential area on Mere Road, 1.2km 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 0BJ 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 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £925k.

Census 2021 statistics for WA12 0BJ are sourced from Output Area E00034761 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA12 0BJ. 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

White / British94.2%
Asian / British Asian2.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 43%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 580,000

6 sales · Mean £ 700,833

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

WA12 0BJ has low crime rates — 32 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.

Violence and sexual offences18
Other theft11
Public order8
Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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St Peter's CofE Primary School

Outstanding248 pupils0.6 km
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Newton-le-Willows Primary School

Good606 pupils1.2 km
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Hope Academy

Requires Improvement1333 pupils1.3 km
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Willow Bank School

Good53 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Firkin Bar0.7 km
  • The Pied Bull Hotel0.6 km
  • The Riddling Rack0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Mamma J's0.8 km
  • Haydock Park Golf Club0.7 km
  • Newbank Garden Centre0.6 km
  • Goya Bistro0.7 km
  • Amans0.7 km
  • + 5 more
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Jasmine's Gifts0.7 km
  • Shop & Drive0.5 km
  • Bargain Booze0.7 km
  • Drinkworthy Ltd0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Hong Liang0.7 km
  • Subway0.7 km
  • Zerizza0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newton-Le-Willows0.6 km
  • Earlestown2.0 km
  • Bryn5.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Waterworks Drive0.2 km
  • Waterworks Drive0.3 km
  • Newton-le-Willows Station0.3 km
  • Newton-le-Willows Station0.3 km
  • RosemarY Drive0.3 km