WN8 0DR is a sought-after residential area on Tower Nook, 0.5km from East Pimbo in Orrell. Administratively it sits within Up Holland ward and the West Lancashire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in WN8, WN8 0DR offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 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 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 0DR are sourced from Output Area E00129586 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TOWER NOOK, WN8 0DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TOWER NOOK, WN8 0DR.
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37
£ 43,700 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WN8 0DR 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
WN8 0DR is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 89% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. 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 0DR. The average age is 37.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WN8 0DR has low crime rates — 17 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
Hope High School
Moorside Community Primary Academy School
St Thomas the Martyr Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School
Holland Moor Primary School
Up Holland High School
Bishop Martin Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Venilde & Sons1.0 km
- Foodstore0.9 km
- H Greaves & Son Ltd0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Plough And Harrow1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Best Western0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Pimbo Garden Centre0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Upholland0.5 km
- Orrell2.0 km
- Rainford3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Chequer Lane0.2 km
- Chequer Lane0.2 km
- Comfort Inn0.3 km
- Comfort Inn0.3 km
- Upholland Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WN80DR · Data under Open Government Licence