WA9 2EY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Malvern Road, 0.3km from Broad Oak in St Helens (St. Helens). Administratively it sits within Parr ward and the St Helens North constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. 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. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 65 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £80k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 4.5% 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 WA9 2EY are sourced from Output Area E00034563 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MALVERN ROAD, WA9 2EY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MALVERN ROAD, WA9 2EY.
248
42
£ 32,200 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WA9 2EY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 63% owner-occupation and average age 42, WA9 2EY has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 4.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA9 2EY. The average age is 42.4. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 80,000
18 sales · Mean £ 89,575
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around WA9 2EY is moderate at 65 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Pace
Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School
Broad Oak Community Primary School
Mill Green School
Lansbury Bridge School
St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Academy
St Cuthbert's Catholic High School
Allanson Street Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Ashtons Green Butchers0.3 km
- Saints News & General0.4 km
- Wisey's Ltd0.8 km
- M&S Late Shop0.5 km
- McColls0.2 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Broad Oak Fish Bar0.5 km
- The Master Fryer Fish Bar0.2 km
- Gelato Royale Express0.9 km
- Manor Chippy0.4 km
- Parrbados Pizza0.9 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Parr Sports & Community Centre0.2 km
- Parr Childrens Centre0.3 km
- Salvation Army0.9 km
- St Peter's Church0.1 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Premier0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Horseshoe Hotel0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- St Helens Junction2.3 km
- St Helens Central2.3 km
- St Helens3.4 km
Bus Stops
- Mendip Grove0.1 km
- Moorfoot Road0.1 km
- Pennine Drive0.2 km
- Derbyshire Hill Road0.2 km
- Horseshoe Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WA92EY · Data under Open Government Licence