Epping Close is in Rainhill, Prescot and in St Helens district. L35 0QE is located in the Rainhill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of St Helens South and Whiston. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Epping Close, Rainhill, Prescot, L35 0QE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L35 0QF, L35 0NY, L35 0QL, L35 0QA, L35 0QB, L35 0QG, L35 0NZ, L35 0QN, L35 0QP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding L35 0QE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 53.9% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 2.9% |
| Male | 47.3% | 46.1% | -1.2% | 49.0% | -2.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of L35 0QE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.3% | 22.3% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -15.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66% | 60.6% | -5.4% | 44.2% | 16.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 4.8% | -1.9% | 9.1% | -4.3% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 10% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.7% | 48.2% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -0.2% |
| Good health | 39% | 37% | -2.0% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 12.5% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 1.3% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.3% | 14.6% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 8.6% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 9.7% | -7.5% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 4.5% | 2.6% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 20.5% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.7% | 38.8% | 1.1% | 33.8% | 5.0% |
| Other | 3.7% | 3.4% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 95.2% | 94.8% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.8% | 95.7% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 96% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.5% | 76.7% | 12.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21.4% | 37.2% | -15.8% |
| Christian | 74.7% | 46.2% | 28.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Epping Close was 10.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.2% lower than the Rainhill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Epping Close has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Rainhill and the 36th lowest crime rate of 605 local areas in St. Helens .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Epping Close, Prescot, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2023-04-14 | £350,659 |
| 11 Epping Close, Prescot, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2022-10-20 | £340,994 |
| 1 Epping Close, Prescot, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £338,000 | 2021-06-14 | £440,242 |
| 1 Epping Close, Prescot, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2017-01-06 | £488,724 |
| 2 Epping Close, Prescot, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2003-11-27 | £404,902 |
L35 0QE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in L35 0QE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 110 |
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainhill Community Nursery Deepdale Drive , Rainhill L35 4NW | 4out of 4 | 703 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchfield Nursery School Victoria Avenue , WA8 7TH | 3out of 4 | 4,333 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspiring Foundations Federated Nursery Schools - Ditton Nursery School Dundalk Road , WA8 8DF | 3out of 4 | 5,155 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakdene Primary Academy Ashton Avenue , Rainhill L35 0QQ | 3out of 4 | 129 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdene Primary School Ashton Avenue , Rainhill L35 0QQ | - not rated | 129 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainhill Park Primary School Deepdale Drive , Rainhill L35 4NW | - not rated | 703 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ann's Church of England Primary School View Road , Rainhill L35 0LQ | - not rated | 761 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ann's Church of England Primary School View Road , Rainhill L35 0LQ | - not rated | 761 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainhill High School Warrington Road , Rainhill L35 6NY | 3out of 4 | 443 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainhill High School Warrington Road , Rainhill L35 6NY | - not rated | 443 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic Academy Cumber Lane , Whiston L35 2XG | 2out of 4 | 1,889 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Higher Side Community Comprehensive School Cumber Lane , Whiston L35 2XG | - not rated | 2,001 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School Cumber Lane , Whiston L35 2XG | - not rated | 2,195 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Widnes and Runcorn Sixth Form College Cronton Lane , WA8 5WA | - not rated | 2,721 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel College Prescot Road , WA10 3AG | - not rated | 4,072 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helens College Water Street , WA10 1PP | - not rated | 5,326 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tower College Mill Lane , Rainhill L35 6NE | - not rated | 415 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Briars Hey Mill Lane , Rainhill L35 6NE | - not rated | 416 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crossley Manor Mill Lane , Rainhill L35 6NE | - not rated | 416 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ash Meadow School Jubits Lane , St Helens WA9 4RT | - not rated | 2,674 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverside Study Centre Stretton Way , Huyton L36 6JF | - not rated | 4,003 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakdene Out of School Club | Oakdene Primary School, Ashton Avenue | 190 yd | |
| Rainhill Hall | Rainhill Hall, Warrington Road | 568 yd | |
| Carouse | 4 View Road | 819 yd | |
| Houghton's Bistro | 503 Warrington Road | 926 yd | |
| The Railway Cafe | 3a Station Road | 948 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manor Farm | The Manor Farm, Mill Lane | 413 yd | |
| Ship Inn | Ship Inn, 804 Warrington Road | 619 yd | |
| Rainhill Recreation Club | Rainhill Recreation Club, Victoria Terrace | 842 yd | |
| Cookhouse Pub and Carvery | Victoria Hotel, 507 Warrington Road | 870 yd | |
| The Hop House | 14 Dane Court | 905 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Presto | 6 View Road | 685 yd | |
| Rainhill Fish Bar | Rainhill Fish Bar, 570 Warrington Road | 873 yd | |
| Chung Ku | Chang Ku, 564 Warrington Road | 880 yd | |
| Salt & Pepper Box | 2 Station Street | 914 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | The Cooperative Food, 580-598 Warrington Road | 880 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tower College MILL LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 408 yd |
| Rainhill High School WARRINGTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 489 yd |
| Rainhill Ex-Services Club WARRINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 662 yd |
| Rainhill Recreation Club RAINHILL CRICKET CLUB RAINHILL CRICKET CLUB TASKER TERRACE | grass pitches | 834 yd |
| Rainhill Recreation Ground DEEPDALE DRIVE | grass pitches | 888 yd |
| Blundells Hill Golf Club BLUNDELLS LANE | golf | 1,051 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 275.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.