WA12 0DQ is a sought-after residential area on Willow Bank, 1.1km from Newton in Makerfield in Newton-le-Willows. Administratively it sits within Newton-le-Willows East ward and the St Helens North constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in WA12, WA12 0DQ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 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 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £481k.
Census 2021 statistics for WA12 0DQ are sourced from Output Area E00034761 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WILLOW BANK, WA12 0DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WILLOW BANK, WA12 0DQ.
452
42
£ 42,400 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WA12 0DQ 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 0DQ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £481k, 92% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA12 0DQ. 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
Detached
£ 855,000
1 sales · Mean £ 855,000
Semi-Detached
£ 260,000
3 sales · Mean £ 253,333
Terraced
£ 201,250
2 sales · Mean £ 201,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WA12 0DQ has low crime rates — 29 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
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Jasmine's Gifts0.7 km
- Shop & Drive0.3 km
- Bargain Booze0.7 km
- Drinkworthy Ltd0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Amans0.7 km
- The Kirkfield0.3 km
- Verona Kitchen & Bar Ltd0.6 km
- Village Pantry0.7 km
- Fika Coffee and Home0.7 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Hong Liang0.7 km
- Subway0.7 km
- Zerizza0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Oak Tree1.0 km
- The Riddling Rack0.8 km
- The Firkin Bar0.6 km
- The Pied Bull Hotel0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton-Le-Willows0.3 km
- Earlestown1.8 km
- Garswood5.6 km
Bus Stops
- Newton-le-Willows Station0.1 km
- Newton-le-Willows Station0.1 km
- RosemarY Drive0.1 km
- Rosemary Drive0.1 km
- Newton-le-Willows Rail Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WA120DQ · Data under Open Government Licence