Moor Street is in Ormskirk and in West Lancashire district. L39 2AW is located in the Ormskirk East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Lancashire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Moor Street, Ormskirk, L39 2AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L39 2AG, L39 4QJ, L39 2DJ, L39 2DH, L39 4QL, L39 2DN, L39 2AQ, L39 4RB, L39 2AH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding L39 2AW has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% of residents 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 | 50.6% | 48.8% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 49.4% | 51.2% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around L39 2AW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 74.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 65.1% | 74.9% | 9.8% | 37.9% | 37.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 22.2% | 15.9% | -6.3% | 44.2% | -28.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 4.7% | -2.6% | 9.1% | -4.4% |
| Widowed | 4% | 3.9% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 58.9% | 54.7% | -4.2% | 48.4% | 6.3% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 28.9% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 7.4% | 13.2% | 5.8% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 2.1% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
In the area around L39 2AW this area, 7.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.3% | 7.5% | -3.8% | 18.2% | -10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.7% | 3.1% | -1.6% | 9.6% | -6.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 9.7% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 4.7% | 3.2% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 43.6% | 47.1% | 3.5% | 16.9% | 30.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.7% | 27.6% | 2.9% | 33.8% | -6.2% |
| Other | 3.3% | 0.3% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -2.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.8% 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 | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.2% | 91.8% | -6.4% | 81.4% | 10.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 97.2% | 96.3% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 96.3% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 76.7% | 13.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.6% | 37.2% | 7.4% |
| Christian | 39.6% | 46.2% | -6.6% |
| Muslim | 4.5% | 6.5% | -2.0% |
| Not answered | 11.3% | 6.0% | 5.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Moor Street was 93.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.0% higher than the Ormskirk East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Moor Street has the 9th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Ormskirk East and the 85th highest crime rate of 328 local areas in West Lancashire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 58 Moor Street, Ormskirk, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2006-12-01 | £232,075 |
| 52 Moor Street, Ormskirk, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2005-01-07 | £198,084 |
| 54 Moor Street, Ormskirk, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £92,500 | 2004-02-09 | £232,670 |
| 52 Moor Street, Ormskirk, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £51,000 | 2001-01-31 | £217,461 |
| 60 Moor Street, Ormskirk, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £74,000 | 2000-05-20 | £315,532 |
L39 2AW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 student residents living in L39 2AW area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Student (economically inactive) | 139 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 56 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 22 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorgate Nursery School Moorgate , L39 4RY | 4out of 4 | 367 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormskirk St Anne's Catholic Primary School Aughton Street , Townend L39 3LQ | 2out of 4 | 637 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormskirk Church of England Primary School Greetby Hill , L39 2DP | 3out of 4 | 726 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormskirk Asmall Primary School Tennyson Drive , L39 3PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,220 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormskirk West End School Grimshaw Lane , L39 1PA | 3out of 4 | 1,298 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aughton Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Long Lane , Aughton L39 5AS | 4out of 4 | 1,752 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bede's Catholic High School St Anne's Road , L39 4TA | 3out of 4 | 914 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormskirk School Wigan Road , L39 2AT | 1out of 4 | 1,247 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormskirk Academy Wigan Road , L39 2AT | - not rated | 1,263 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burscough Priory Academy Trevor Road , Burscough L40 7RZ | 1out of 4 | 4,977 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Acorns School 43 Ruff Lane , L39 4QX | 3out of 4 | 666 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pontville School Black Moss Lane , L39 4TW | - not rated | 1,138 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edge Hill University St Helen's Road , L39 4QP | - not rated | 1,144 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wood Edge Independent School 69 Ruff Lane , Ormskirk L39 4UL | - not rated | 1,297 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Edge | 3 St Helens Road, Ormskirk | 56 yd | |
| The Cork | 13 Railway Road, Ormskirk | 109 yd | |
| Piri Piri | 6-8 Railway Road, Ormskirk | 109 yd | |
| Starbucks | 10 Moor Street, Ormskirk | 135 yd | |
| The Bagel Deli | 20 Moor Street, Ormskirk | 136 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lime Tyger | 40B Moor Street, Ormskirk | 91 yd | |
| Alpine Club Lodge | 17-21 Railway Road, Ormskirk | 109 yd | |
| The Queens Head | 30 Moor Street, Ormskirk | 136 yd | |
| The Green Room | 39 Moor Street, Ormskirk | 169 yd | |
| Golden Lion | 41 Moor Street, Ormskirk | 169 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marmaris | 1 St Helens Road, Ormskirk | 56 yd | |
| Earl Of Sandwich | 2A Railway Road, Ormskirk | 109 yd | |
| Scoozi | 4 Railway Road, Ormskirk | 109 yd | |
| Istanbul Grill | 31 Moor Street, Ormskirk | 169 yd | |
| Papa John's Ormskirk | 17 Aughton Street, Ormskirk | 274 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platan Polski Sklep | 14 Aughton Street, Ormskirk | 297 yd | |
| Ormskirk Super Store Ltd | 16 Aughton Street, Ormskirk | 298 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Unit 6, Two Saints Place | 368 yd | |
| Morrisons | Park Road, Ormskirk | 455 yd | |
| Lidl | Atkinson Business Park, Atkinson Road | 648 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ormskirk Grammar School Sports Hall (Closed) Ruff Lane | 252 yd | |
| Unite Health & Fitness MOORGATE | health and fitness suite | 337 yd |
| Energie Fitness (Ormskirk) UNIT 2 UNIT 2 TWO SAINTS PLACE | health and fitness suite | 389 yd |
| Park Pool PARK ROAD CAR PARK PARK ROAD CAR PARK PARK ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 437 yd |
| Ormskirk School Playing Pitches SPORTS GROUND AND CHANGING ROOM SPORTS GROUND AND CHANGING ROOM ST HELENS ROAD | grass pitches | 597 yd |
| Ormskirk Cricket Club Altys Lane | grass pitches | 638 yd |
| Ormskirk Rugby Union Club GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 713 yd |
| Ormskirk Tennis Club COUNTY ROAD | tennis courts | 720 yd |
| Churchfields ROSECROFT CLOSE | grass pitches | 746 yd |
| St Bede'S Catholic High School ST. ANNES ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 990 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.