Station Road is in Banks, Southport and in West Lancashire district. PR9 8AY is located in the North Meols & Hesketh Bank electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Ribble. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Station Road, Banks, Southport, PR9 8AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR9 8AZ, PR9 8BA, PR9 8AX, PR9 8AU, PR9 8AS, PR9 8DT, PR9 8AT, PR9 8AL, PR9 8AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR9 8AY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 51.4% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.6% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 20.4% | 26% | 5.6% | 37.9% | -11.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.5% | 50.4% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 6.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 11% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 11% | 8.9% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 33.1% | 38% | 4.9% | 48.4% | -10.4% |
| Good health | 39% | 39.1% | 0.1% | 33.6% | 5.5% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 15.2% | -3.9% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 6.2% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.4% | -0.8% | 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.
In the area around PR9 8AY this area, 29.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.5% | 29.1% | -4.4% | 18.2% | 10.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 9% | -2.0% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 12.3% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 7.8% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 16% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.6% | 22.1% | 0.5% | 33.8% | -11.7% |
| Other | 3.3% | 3.7% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.9% | 97.8% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 96.7% | 96% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 2.9% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 95.7% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.4% | 76.7% | 3.7% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.5% | 13.5% | 4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.2% | 37.2% | -7.0% |
| Christian | 63.3% | 46.2% | 17.1% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Station Road was 41.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.2% lower than the Burscough Bridge & Rufford average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Station Road has the 32nd lowest crime rate of 72 local areas in Burscough Bridge & Rufford and the 136th lowest crime rate of 328 local areas in West Lancashire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 89 Station Road, Southport, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £62,500 | 2001-10-08 | £214,820 |
| 91 Station Road, Southport, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £58,000 | 1997-10-31 | £244,794 |
PR9 8AY 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 PR9 8AY 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 | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crossens Nursery School Preston New Road , PR9 8PA | 4out of 4 | 2,596 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banks St Stephen's CofE School Greaves Hall Avenue , Banks PR9 8BL | 2out of 4 | 1,068 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Primary School Rufford Road , Crossens PR9 8JH | 3out of 4 | 1,171 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Banks Methodist School Chapel Lane , Banks PR9 8EY | 3out of 4 | 1,328 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Larkfield Primary School Preston New Road , PR9 8PA | 3out of 4 | 2,579 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marshside Primary School Elswick Road , Marshside PR9 9XA | 3out of 4 | 2,742 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanley High School Fleetwood Road , PR9 9TF | 1out of 4 | 3,228 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peterhouse School Preston New Road , Churchtown PR9 8PA | 4out of 4 | 2,486 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Presfield High School and Specialist College Preston New Road , Churchtown PR9 8PA | 3out of 4 | 2,533 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Stephens Sports And Social Club | 12 Hoole Lane, Banks | 561 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debz Deli | 31 Hoole Lane, Banks | 561 yd | |
| New Sui Wah | 32 Hoole Lane, Banks | 561 yd | |
| Banks Village Chippy | 27 Hoole Lane, Banks | 561 yd | |
| Bravo's Pizzeria | 33 Hoole Lane, Banks | 561 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 1 Hoole Lane, Banks | 561 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hesketh Avenue Playing Fields (Closed) Hesketh Avenue | grass pitches | 857 yd |
| Banks Leisure Centre GREAVES HALL AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 1,024 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.