Postcode Analysis West Lancashire, North West

RAVENHEAD DRIVE, WN8 0AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RAVENHEAD DRIVE, WN8 0AN.

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Population

294

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 43,700 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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6/10
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7/10
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4/10
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8/10
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1/10
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6/10
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7/10
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9/10
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2/10
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Area Character

WN8 0AN is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £194k, 89% 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.

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

WN8 0AN is a sought-after residential area on Ravenhead Drive, 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 0AN offers a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 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 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £194k. 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 0AN are sourced from Output Area E00129585 (shared with 6 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 WN8 0AN. 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

White / British98.6%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 188,500

6 sales · Mean £ 194,783

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

WN8 0AN has low crime rates — 26 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.

Violence and sexual offences37
Anti-social behaviour22
Burglary10
Criminal damage and arson7
Other crime6

school Local Schools

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St Thomas the Martyr Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School

Good218 pupils0.5 km
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Moorside Community Primary Academy School

Good264 pupils0.8 km
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Holland Moor Primary School

Good493 pupils0.9 km
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Hope High School

Good90 pupils1.1 km
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St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

Good225 pupils1.2 km
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Bishop Martin Church of England Primary School

Good234 pupils1.5 km
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St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School

Good173 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Venilde & Sons0.5 km
  • Co-Operative Group Food Limited0.6 km
  • Foodstore0.9 km
  • H Greaves & Son Ltd0.5 km
  • Premier Convenience Upholland Store0.8 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Plough And Harrow0.5 km
  • Britannia Inn0.7 km
  • Hare And Hounds0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Good Catch Fish & Chips0.5 km
  • Fortuna Chinese Take Away0.8 km
  • Lilys Coffee and Ice Cream Bar0.7 km
  • Upholland Pizzeria0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Shakespeare's Coffee Shop0.8 km
  • Winners not Sinners with Casa Dees0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Upholland1.4 km
  • Orrell2.2 km
  • Gathurst3.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Dearden Way0.1 km
  • Dearden Way0.2 km
  • Daybrook0.2 km
  • Daybrook0.2 km
  • Millgreen Close0.3 km