Standen Close is in St Helens and in St Helens district. WA10 2AU is located in the St Helens Town Centre electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of St Helens South and Whiston. This postcode has been in use since 1981-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Standen Close, St Helens, WA10 2AU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA10 2DX, WA10 2HG, WA10 2EQ, WA10 2DY, WA10 2HL, WA10 2DZ, WA10 2EB, WA10 2HD, WA10 2ER.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA10 2AU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 51.5% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 46.7% | 48.5% | 1.8% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 32.5% | 31.7% | -0.8% | 37.9% | -6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49% | 41.8% | -7.2% | 44.2% | -2.4% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 0.5% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 12.2% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 13.8% | 6.5% | 6.1% | 7.7% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 32.6% | 26.1% | -6.5% | 48.4% | -22.3% |
| Good health | 37% | 42.7% | 5.7% | 33.6% | 9.1% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 20.6% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 7.9% |
| Bad health | 10.6% | 8.5% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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.
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 21.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35% | 24.9% | -10.1% | 18.2% | 6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 11.6% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 14.3% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 4.8% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.8% | 18% | 11.2% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.4% | 21.7% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -12.1% |
| Other | 4.4% | 4.8% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.1% | 98% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 97.8% | 93.9% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 4% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 94.9% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 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 | 76% | 76.7% | -0.7% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.9% | 13.5% | 7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19.7% | 37.2% | -17.5% |
| Christian | 74.7% | 46.2% | 28.5% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Standen Close was 81.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.8% lower than the St Helens Town Centre average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Standen Close has the 8th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in St Helens Town Centre and the 236th highest crime rate of 606 local areas in St. Helens .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.8%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Standen Close, St Helens, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £102,500 | 2018-08-31 | £157,990 |
| 2 Standen Close, St Helens, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2015-11-02 | £164,461 |
| 3 Standen Close, St Helens, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2011-11-22 | £167,685 |
WA10 2AU 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WA10 2AU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainhill Community Nursery Deepdale Drive , Rainhill L35 4NW | 4out of 4 | 4,801 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary & St Thomas' CofE Primary School Barton Close , WA10 2HS | 4out of 4 | 314 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen's Park CofE/Urc Primary School Rivington Road , WA10 4NQ | 3out of 4 | 616 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Devon Street Devon Street , WA10 4HX | 3out of 4 | 706 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rivington Primary School Tennis Street North , Dentons Green WA10 6LF | 4out of 4 | 939 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Catholic Primary School Charles Street , WA10 1LN | 2out of 4 | 1,140 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cowley International College Hard Lane , WA10 6PN | 3out of 4 | 1,330 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| De La Salle School Mill Brow , Eccleston WA10 4QH | 2out of 4 | 1,587 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic High School Boardmans Lane , Blackbrook WA11 9BB | 1out of 4 | 3,009 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sutton Academy Elton Head Road , WA9 5AU | 2out of 4 | 3,603 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic High School Berrys Lane , Sutton WA9 3HE | 3out of 4 | 3,663 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Helens College Water Street , WA10 1PP | - not rated | 531 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel College Prescot Road , WA10 3AG | - not rated | 2,251 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launchpad Centre College Street , WA10 1UH | 3out of 4 | 828 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Green School Lansbury Avenue , Parr WA9 1BU | 4out of 4 | 3,271 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lansbury Bridge School Lansbury Avenue , Parr WA9 1TB | 3out of 4 | 3,372 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pace Derbyshire Hill Road , WA9 2LH | 3out of 4 | 3,855 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nugent House School Carr Mill Road , Billinge WN5 7TT | - not rated | 5,269 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Fast Food (Air Nation) | 4 Lowe Street | 276 yd | |
| Duke Street Deli | 107 Duke Street | 286 yd | |
| Tapas Bar | 87 Duke Street | 288 yd | |
| The Sheesh | 83a Duke Street | 301 yd | |
| Teardrops | 110 Crab Street | 325 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cricketers Arms | Cricketers Arms, Peter Street | 147 yd | |
| The New Talbot Alehouse | The Talbot Ale House, 97 Duke Street | 285 yd | |
| The News Room | News Room Cafe Bar, 89 Duke Street | 291 yd | |
| Golden Lion | The Golden Lion, 94 Lyon Street | 293 yd | |
| The Glassblower | 147 Boundary Road | 317 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kebab Kings | 117 Duke Street | 288 yd | |
| Denzel Kebab King | 127 Duke Street | 288 yd | |
| Balti Spice | Balti Spice Cuisine Limited, 113 Duke Street | 288 yd | |
| Chipmunk | Chipmunk, 143 Boundary Road | 294 yd | |
| Dashilicious | 102 Duke Street | 319 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda Superstore, Kirkland Street | 100 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl, Lowe Street | 303 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Supermarket, 7 Highpoint | 381 yd | |
| Kropka | 36-40 Duke Street | 464 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods | Iceland, 37-43 Ormskirk Street | 496 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Marys And St Thomas Primary School BARTON CLOSE | grass pitches | 197 yd |
| Queens Park Health And Fitness QUEENS PARK HEALTH & FITNESS CENTRE QUEENS PARK HEALTH & FITNESS CENTRE BOUNDARY ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 264 yd |
| Gymbug LOWE STREET | health and fitness suite | 289 yd |
| Sports Direct Fitness (St Helens) King Street | health and fitness suite | 409 yd |
| Sports Direct Fitness (St Helen'S) KING STREET | health and fitness suite | 415 yd |
| St Helens College Sports Facilities (Closed) Beechings Building Beechings Building Water Street | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 428 yd |
| Queen'S Park Recreation Ground LINGHOLME ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 433 yd |
| The Gym Health And Fitness WESTFIELD STREET | health and fitness suite | 435 yd |
| Crossfit Ksh Lawrenson Street | health and fitness suite | 509 yd |
| Central Fitness (Closed) Duke Street | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 521 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.