WA9 1NX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Parr Stocks Road, 0.2km from Parr Stocks in St Helens (St. Helens). Administratively it sits within Parr ward and the St Helens North constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WA9 1NX is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a large scale education zone — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 38) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 61% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 17% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 90 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £91k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 WA9 1NX are sourced from Output Area E00034834 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PARR STOCKS ROAD, WA9 1NX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PARR STOCKS ROAD, WA9 1NX.
287
38
£ 30,000 /yr
26%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WA9 1NX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
WA9 1NX has a significant social housing presence — 61% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 38-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA9 1NX. The average age is 38.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 60,000
3 sales · Mean £ 68,333
Detached
£ 130,000
1 sales · Mean £ 130,000
Semi-Detached
£ 92,000
1 sales · Mean £ 92,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WA9 1NX is above average at 90 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Allanson Street Primary School
Mill Green School
Merton Bank Primary School
Lansbury Bridge School
St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Academy
St Cuthbert's Catholic High School
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
Parish Church of England Primary School, St Helens
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Greggs Ltd0.5 km
- SMP Supplements and Food0.7 km
- Morrisons Petrol Station1.0 km
- Ashcroft Service Station0.3 km
- Delicje International Food Store0.7 km
- + 14 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Queens Arms Hotel0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- KG's Street kitchen0.7 km
- Park Road Cafe0.8 km
- Pat's Cafe0.6 km
- The New Clean Lean Fit Food0.5 km
- Lily’s cafe0.5 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Morrisons Daily0.6 km
- Premier1.0 km
- Go Local Extra0.2 km
- Lidl0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- Broad Oak Fish Bar0.8 km
- Andie's0.4 km
- Don Mario Pizza0.5 km
- Gelato Royale Express0.5 km
- Manor Chippy0.9 km
- + 11 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- St Helens Central1.0 km
- St Helens2.1 km
- St Helens Junction2.2 km
Bus Stops
- Ramford Street0.1 km
- Sorogold Street0.1 km
- Ramford Street0.1 km
- Parr Stocks Road0.2 km
- Ramford Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WA91NX · Data under Open Government Licence