The Willows is in Mawdesley, Ormskirk and in Chorley district. L40 2QL is located in the Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Ribble. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Willows, Mawdesley, Ormskirk, L40 2QL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L40 2QJ, L40 2QS, L40 2RN, L40 2QN, L40 2QT, L40 2QP, L40 2QR, L40 2QG, L40 2QQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around L40 2QL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 51.8% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 46.6% | 48.2% | 1.6% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 21.6% | 31.2% | 9.6% | 37.9% | -6.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.9% | 44.2% | -12.7% | 44.2% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 13.6% | 6.7% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 13.7% | 10.1% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 | 41.7% | 50.4% | 8.7% | 48.4% | 2.0% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 28.9% | -4.3% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 19.8% | 15% | -4.8% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 4% | 4.9% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 32.4% | 23.3% | -9.1% | 18.2% | 5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 8.9% | -0.9% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 11.4% | -5.8% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 6.4% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.2% | 17.3% | 1.1% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.1% | 30.2% | 11.1% | 33.8% | -3.6% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.6% | 99.2% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 98.8% 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 | 97.6% | 98.8% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 98.8% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.1% | 13.5% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.5% | 37.2% | -9.7% |
| Christian | 68.8% | 46.2% | 22.6% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Willows was 36.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.7% lower than the Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Willows has the 34th lowest crime rate of 72 local areas in Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South and the 123rd lowest crime rate of 368 local areas in Chorley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.3%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 The Willows, Ormskirk, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2016-07-15 | £210,195 |
| 20 The Willows, Ormskirk, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2015-09-28 | £203,396 |
| 20 The Willows, Ormskirk, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £124,999 | 2014-11-07 | £197,290 |
| 12 The Willows, Ormskirk, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2014-07-04 | £225,533 |
| 11 The Willows, Ormskirk, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2014-02-10 | £242,978 |
* Results apply to the surrounding postcode area, not to a specific property.
The area around The Willows, Mawdesley, Ormskirk, L40 2QL has very low flood risk from rivers and the sea.
0 of 9 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of river or sea flood risk.
River and sea flooding includes flooding caused by overflowing rivers, estuaries, tidal waters and coastal surges.
The area around The Willows, Mawdesley, Ormskirk, L40 2QL has very low surface water flood risk.
3 of 9 properties (33.33%) in this postcode have some level of surface water flood risk.
Surface water flooding can happen when heavy rainfall overwhelms drains, roads, gardens or other hard surfaces.
L40 2QL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 L40 2QL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mawdesley St Peter's Church of England Primary School Hurst Green , Mawdesley L40 2QT | - not rated | 148 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, Mawdesley Ridley Lane , Mawdesley L40 3PP | 2out of 4 | 1,839 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Durning's Endowed Primary School Chorley Road , Bispham L40 3SL | 3out of 4 | 2,142 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rufford CofE School Flash Lane , Rufford L40 1SN | 3out of 4 | 3,559 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eccleston Primary School Doctors Lane , Eccleston PR7 5RA | 3out of 4 | 3,784 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Rawstorne Church of England Language College Highfield Road , Croston PR26 9HH | - not rated | 4,109 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Rawstorne Church of England Academy Highfield Road , Croston PR26 9HH | 3out of 4 | 4,109 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Hub School Rainbow Hub , Salt Pit Lane L40 2QX | - not rated | 1,906 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion | 68 New Street, Mawdesley | 180 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mawdesley Lawn Tennis Club REAR OF MAWDESLEY VILLAGE HALL REAR OF MAWDESLEY VILLAGE HALL HURST GREEN | tennis courts | 237 yd |
| Mawdesley Cricket Club PAVILION HOUSE PAVILION HOUSE SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 780 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 with Next Generation Access (NGA) | 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% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive decent broadband from fixed or FWA | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises able to receive decent broadband from FWA | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 172.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 27 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband coverage statistics are based on Ofcom's Connected Nations 2026 dataset. Broadband performance statistics are based on Ofcom's Connected Nations 2023 postcode-level performance data.