Intake Lane is in Bickerstaffe, Ormskirk and in West Lancashire district. L39 0HW is located in the Rural South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Lancashire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Intake Lane, Bickerstaffe, Ormskirk, L39 0HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding L39 0HW is primarily male, with 53.4% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 46.6% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -4.4% |
| Male | 50.2% | 53.4% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 4.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.8% | 34.8% | 11.0% | 37.9% | -3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 49% | -10.4% | 44.2% | 4.8% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 7.5% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 7.5% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.9% | 43.3% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -5.1% |
| Good health | 35% | 36.5% | 1.5% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 14.1% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 5.4% | 3.7% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 0.7% | -2.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 21.8% | 14.7% | -7.1% | 18.2% | -3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 7.6% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 10% | -7.2% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 6% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 18.3% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.9% | 41% | 11.1% | 33.8% | 7.2% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.4% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| White | 97% | 97.8% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 99.3% | 97.5% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 97.5% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.6% | 76.7% | 8.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.9% | 13.5% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21.7% | 37.2% | -15.5% |
| Christian | 71.8% | 46.2% | 25.6% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Intake Lane was 47.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.2% lower than the Burscough Bridge & Rufford average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Intake Lane has the 34th highest crime rate of 72 local areas in Burscough Bridge & Rufford and the 152nd lowest crime rate of 328 local areas in West Lancashire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vicarage Intake Lane, Ormskirk, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £442,500 | 2022-05-06 | £505,780 |
| The Grange Intake Lane, Ormskirk, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2006-02-27 | £727,791 |
L39 0HW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
L39 0HW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bickerstaffe Voluntary Controlled Church of England School Hall Lane , Bickerstaffe L39 0EH | 3out of 4 | 1,236 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School Old Lane , Rainford WA11 8JF | 3out of 4 | 3,455 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Richard's Catholic Primary School, Skelmersdale Sandy Lane , WN8 8LQ | 4out of 4 | 3,514 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainford Brook Lodge Community Primary School Rufford Road , Rainford WA11 8JX | 3out of 4 | 3,642 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainford CofE Primary School Cross Pit Lane , Rainford WA11 8AJ | - not rated | 4,041 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainford High Technology College Higher Lane , Rainford WA11 8NY | 3out of 4 | 3,746 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lathom High School : A Technology College Glenburn Road , WN8 6JN | 2out of 4 | 5,367 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsbury Primary Special School School Lane , Chapel House WN8 8EH | 4out of 4 | 4,017 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Lancashire Community High School School Lane , Chapel House WN8 8EH | 3out of 4 | 4,184 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Learn 4 Life School Quarry Bank Community Centre, 364 Ormskirk Road , WN8 9AL | - not rated | 5,313 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 40.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 40.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 60.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.