Dingle Close is in Aughton, Ormskirk and in West Lancashire district. L39 5AL is located in the Aughton & Holborn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Lancashire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dingle Close, Aughton, Ormskirk, L39 5AL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L39 5AQ, L39 5BN, L39 5BW, L39 5BL, L39 5AJ, L39 5AH, L39 5BE, L39 5AD, L39 5BJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around L39 5AL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 50.7% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 50.3% | 49.3% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 L39 5AL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.6% 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 | 17.2% | 21.9% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -16.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 71.8% | 63.6% | -8.2% | 44.2% | 19.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 3.4% | 4.5% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -4.6% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 7.8% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 (86.4%) 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 | 53.2% | 55.7% | 2.5% | 48.4% | 7.3% |
| Good health | 33.4% | 30.7% | -2.7% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 9.9% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 5AL this area, 9.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16% | 9.7% | -6.3% | 18.2% | -8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.9% | 7.1% | 0.2% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 10.5% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 4.9% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 16.1% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.4% | 49.8% | 7.4% | 33.8% | 16.0% |
| Other | 3.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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 | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 3.5% | 1.2% | -2.3% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 94.9% | 94.6% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 95.5% | 94.6% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 3.9% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 94.6% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.6% | 76.7% | 14.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19.8% | 37.2% | -17.4% |
| Christian | 73.7% | 46.2% | 27.5% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dingle Close was 27.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.3% higher than the Aughton & Holborn average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Dingle Close has the 24th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Aughton & Holborn and the 91st lowest crime rate of 328 local areas in West Lancashire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Dingle Close, Ormskirk, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £387,000 | 2024-09-27 | £394,656 |
| 6 Dingle Close, Ormskirk, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2021-02-05 | £349,307 |
| 2 Dingle Close, Ormskirk, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2015-12-09 | £449,406 |
| 4 Dingle Close, Ormskirk, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2012-11-08 | £416,796 |
| 5 Dingle Close, Ormskirk, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2008-01-14 | £483,028 |
L39 5AL 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 L39 5AL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Education | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorgate Nursery School Moorgate , L39 4RY | 4out of 4 | 2,274 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aughton Town Green Primary School Town Green Lane , Aughton L39 6SF | 3out of 4 | 345 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aughton St Michael's Church of England Primary School Delph Park Avenue , Aughton L39 5DG | 4out of 4 | 552 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aughton Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Long Lane , Aughton L39 5AS | 4out of 4 | 1,247 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormskirk St Anne's Catholic Primary School Aughton Street , Townend L39 3LQ | 2out of 4 | 2,144 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormskirk Asmall Primary School Tennyson Drive , L39 3PJ | 3out of 4 | 3,133 yd | Community 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 | 1,910 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormskirk School Wigan Road , L39 2AT | 1out of 4 | 3,365 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormskirk Academy Wigan Road , L39 2AT | - not rated | 3,371 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Deyes High School Deyes Lane , Maghull L31 6DE | 3out of 4 | 4,979 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontville School Black Moss Lane , L39 4TW | - not rated | 1,539 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edge Hill University St Helen's Road , L39 4QP | - not rated | 2,478 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Acorns School 43 Ruff Lane , L39 4QX | 3out of 4 | 2,690 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wood Edge Independent School 69 Ruff Lane , Ormskirk L39 4UL | - not rated | 2,903 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daily Dose Coffee Ltd | 71 Town Green Lane, Aughton | 664 yd | |
| Aughton Catering | Aughton Institute, Bold Lane | 815 yd | |
| Delphi Aughton | 24 Moss Delph Lane, Aughton | 878 yd | |
| Moor Hall Restaurant | Prescot Road, Aughton | 1,035 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solo | Town Green Lane, Aughton | 468 yd | |
| Arthurs Wine Bar | 69 Town Green Lane, Aughton | 509 yd | |
| Aughton Lawn Tennis Club | Granville Park, Aughton | 522 yd | |
| Aughton Village Hall | Winifred Lane, Aughton | 808 yd | |
| Aughton Institute | Bold Lane, Aughton | 815 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aughton Chippy | 26 Moss Delph Lane, Aughton | 822 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Store | 58 Town Green Lane, Aughton | 468 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aughton Town Green Primary School TOWN GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 296 yd |
| Aughton Lawn Tennis Club GRANVILLE PARK | tennis courts | 650 yd |
| Aughton St Michael'S Church Of England Primary School DELPH PARK AVENUE | grass pitches | 654 yd |
| Town Green Tennis Club Winifred Lane | tennis courts | 801 yd |
| William Arnold Silcock Memorial Playing Field Winifred Lane | grass pitches | 869 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.17 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.