Lyon Close is in St Helens and in St Helens district. WA10 2RE 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lyon Close, St Helens, WA10 2RE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA10 2EL, WA10 1QP, WA10 2RD, WA10 2PE, WA10 2RA, WA10 2EA, WA10 2PG, WA10 2RB, WA10 2EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA10 2RE is primarily male, with 54.5% of the population 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 | 51.8% | 45.5% | -6.3% | 51.0% | -5.5% |
| Male | 48.2% | 54.5% | 6.3% | 49.0% | 5.5% |
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 | 36.8% | 33.3% | -3.5% | 37.9% | -4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 14.3% | 19.2% | 4.9% | 44.2% | -25.0% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 25.6% | 32.5% | 6.9% | 9.1% | 23.4% |
| Widowed | 21.8% | 15% | -6.8% | 6.1% | 8.9% |
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 (50%) 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 | 16.5% | 28.2% | 11.7% | 48.4% | -20.2% |
| Good health | 26.6% | 21.8% | -4.8% | 33.6% | -11.8% |
| Fair health | 38.1% | 26.1% | -12.0% | 12.7% | 13.4% |
| Bad health | 15.8% | 17.6% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 13.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 6.3% | 3.4% | 1.2% | 5.1% |
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 WA10 2RE this area, 43.8% 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 13.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 59.4% | 43.8% | -15.6% | 18.2% | 25.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 14% | 4.2% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 6.6% | -6.2% | 13.4% | -6.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 8.3% | 6.0% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 3% | 13.2% | 10.2% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.8% | 13.2% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -20.6% |
| Other | 3% | 0.8% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.6% | 95.8% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
In this area, 91.5% 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% | 91.5% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 91.5% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.6% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62% | 76.7% | -14.7% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| North Africa | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 33.8% | 13.5% | 20.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19% | 37.2% | -18.2% |
| Christian | 67.6% | 46.2% | 21.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Not answered | 9.9% | 6.0% | 3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lyon Close was 190.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.1% lower than the St Helens Town Centre average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lyon Close has the 14th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in St Helens Town Centre and the 64th highest crime rate of 606 local areas in St. Helens .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 105.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 77 Lyon Close, St Helens, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2017-03-10 | £110,931 |
WA10 2RE 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 WA10 2RE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 54 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Full-Time Employee | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Part-Time Employee | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Self-Employed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Education | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainhill Community Nursery Deepdale Drive , Rainhill L35 4NW | 4out of 4 | 4,492 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 | 442 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Devon Street Devon Street , WA10 4HX | 3out of 4 | 776 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen's Park CofE/Urc Primary School Rivington Road , WA10 4NQ | 3out of 4 | 824 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Catholic Primary School Charles Street , WA10 1LN | 2out of 4 | 1,172 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rivington Primary School Tennis Street North , Dentons Green WA10 6LF | 4out of 4 | 1,255 yd | Community 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 | 1,651 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| De La Salle School Mill Brow , Eccleston WA10 4QH | 2out of 4 | 1,672 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic High School Boardmans Lane , Blackbrook WA11 9BB | 1out of 4 | 3,041 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sutton Academy Elton Head Road , WA9 5AU | 2out of 4 | 3,290 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic High School Berrys Lane , Sutton WA9 3HE | 3out of 4 | 3,518 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 | 421 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel College Prescot Road , WA10 3AG | - not rated | 2,094 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 | 941 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Green School Lansbury Avenue , Parr WA9 1BU | 4out of 4 | 3,192 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lansbury Bridge School Lansbury Avenue , Parr WA9 1TB | 3out of 4 | 3,289 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pace Derbyshire Hill Road , WA9 2LH | 3out of 4 | 3,799 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee | 5 Highpoint | 113 yd | |
| Shere Khan Restaurant and Takeaway | 77 Liverpool Road | 180 yd | |
| GDK | 2 Highpoint | 216 yd | |
| Olive Catering Services | Knauf Insulation, Stafford Road | 324 yd | |
| Tandoori Ghar | Tandoori Ghar, 62 Westfield Street | 357 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Lion | The Golden Lion, 94 Lyon Street | 86 yd | |
| Cricketers Arms | Cricketers Arms, Peter Street | 174 yd | |
| Bar 44 | Bar 44, 44-46 Westfield Street | 401 yd | |
| The Glassblower | 147 Boundary Road | 413 yd | |
| Dreem Bar and VIP Bar | Dreem, 28 Westfield Street | 440 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shere Khan Express | Shere Khan Express, 75 Liverpool Road | 180 yd | |
| Chipmunk | Chipmunk, 143 Boundary Road | 416 yd | |
| Coffee & Crystal's | 35 Westfield Street | 427 yd | |
| Frankies Chicken and Pizza | 34 Westfield Street | 440 yd | |
| BIG GS | 22 Water Street | 442 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Supermarket, 7 Highpoint | 149 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Superstore, Kirkland Street | 313 yd | |
| Farm Foods | Farmfoods Limited, Boundary Road | 443 yd | |
| Morrisons Supermarket | Morrisons Supermarket, Boundary Road | 443 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl, Lowe Street | 508 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Gym Health And Fitness WESTFIELD STREET | health and fitness suite | 327 yd |
| St Helens College Sports Facilities (Closed) Beechings Building Beechings Building Water Street | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 329 yd |
| Crossfit Ksh Lawrenson Street | health and fitness suite | 334 yd |
| St Marys And St Thomas Primary School BARTON CLOSE | grass pitches | 405 yd |
| Gymbug LOWE STREET | health and fitness suite | 411 yd |
| Sports Direct Fitness (St Helen'S) KING STREET | health and fitness suite | 466 yd |
| Xercise4Less (St Helens) BOUNDARY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 476 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 | 480 yd |
| Sports Direct Fitness (St Helens) King Street | health and fitness suite | 516 yd |
| Central Fitness (Closed) Duke Street | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 646 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% |
| Median download speed | 66.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 99.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.