WN8 0AF is a sought-after residential area on Ormskirk Road, 0.1km from Newgate in Orrell. Administratively it sits within Up Holland ward and the West Lancashire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in WN8, WN8 0AF offers a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 89% 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £178k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for WN8 0AF are sourced from Output Area E00129585 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ORMSKIRK ROAD, WN8 0AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORMSKIRK ROAD, WN8 0AF.
294
47
£ 43,700 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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, WN8 0AF combines high owner-occupation (89%), strong property values (£178k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WN8 0AF. The average age is 46.5. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 154,000
6 sales · Mean £ 164,666
Semi-Detached
£ 195,750
2 sales · Mean £ 195,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WN8 0AF has low crime rates — 24 incidents 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
St Thomas the Martyr Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School
Moorside Community Primary Academy School
Holland Moor Primary School
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
Hope High School
Bishop Martin Church of England Primary School
St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Venilde & Sons0.5 km
- Co-Operative Group Food Limited0.5 km
- Foodstore1.0 km
- H Greaves & Son Ltd0.5 km
- Premier Convenience Upholland Store0.8 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Plough And Harrow0.5 km
- Britannia Inn0.6 km
- Hare And Hounds0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Bayleaf Indian Cuisine1.0 km
- Good Catch Fish & Chips0.4 km
- Fortuna Chinese Take Away0.8 km
- Lilys Coffee and Ice Cream Bar0.6 km
- Upholland Pizzeria0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Shakespeare's Coffee Shop0.7 km
- Winners not Sinners with Casa Dees0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Upholland1.4 km
- Orrell2.2 km
- Gathurst3.5 km
Bus Stops
- Dearden Way0.0 km
- Dearden Way0.1 km
- Millgreen Close0.2 km
- Millgreen Close0.2 km
- Daybrook0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WN80AF · Data under Open Government Licence