Lynton Way is in Windle, St. Helens and in St Helens district. WA10 6EQ is located in the Windle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of St Helens North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lynton Way, Windle, St. Helens, WA10 6EQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA10 6EH, WA10 6EG, WA10 6DS, WA10 6DR, WA10 6EF, WA10 6EE, WA10 6EL, WA10 6DP, WA10 6EN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WA10 6EQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% of residents 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 | 50.2% | 49.7% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 49.8% | 50.3% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 WA10 6EQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.1% 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 | 17.1% | 22.1% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -15.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.8% | 57.1% | -8.7% | 44.2% | 12.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.3% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 5.1% | 7.5% | 2.4% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 9% | 11.3% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
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 | 38.5% | 49.7% | 11.2% | 48.4% | 1.3% |
| Good health | 41.9% | 32.8% | -9.1% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 11.8% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 5.4% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.9% | 12.8% | -8.1% | 18.2% | -5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 11.5% | -0.9% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 13.2% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 7% | -0.7% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 20.2% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.5% | 33.7% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -0.1% |
| Other | 2.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| White | 100% | 99.3% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 99.6% | 98.6% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.2% | 98.6% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.1% | 76.7% | 11.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.5% | 13.5% | -3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19% | 37.2% | -18.2% |
| Christian | 74.9% | 46.2% | 28.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lynton Way was 14.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.0% lower than the Rainford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lynton Way has the 10th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Rainford and the 59th lowest crime rate of 606 local areas in St. Helens .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 54 Lynton Way, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2025-03-14 | £246,157 |
| 70 Lynton Way, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2025-01-31 | £282,756 |
| 32 Lynton Way, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £213,000 | 2023-05-19 | £231,730 |
| 60 Lynton Way, St Helens, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2021-09-27 | £290,959 |
| 46 Lynton Way, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £207,000 | 2021-03-23 | £267,942 |
WA10 6EQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 6EQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bleak Hill Primary School Hamilton Road , Windle WA10 6HG | 4out of 4 | 394 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Rainford Road , Windle WA10 6BX | 4out of 4 | 811 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Julie's Catholic Primary School Brooklands Road , Eccleston WA10 5HG | 4out of 4 | 1,298 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rivington Primary School Tennis Street North , Dentons Green WA10 6LF | 4out of 4 | 1,567 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen's Park CofE/Urc Primary School Rivington Road , WA10 4NQ | 3out of 4 | 1,636 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| De La Salle School Mill Brow , Eccleston WA10 4QH | 2out of 4 | 1,267 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cowley International College Hard Lane , WA10 6PN | 3out of 4 | 1,603 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic High School Boardmans Lane , Blackbrook WA11 9BB | 1out of 4 | 4,823 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Prescot School Knowsley Park Lane , Prescot L34 3NB | 1out of 4 | 5,043 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainford High Technology College Higher Lane , Rainford WA11 8NY | 3out of 4 | 5,222 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,756 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel College Prescot Road , WA10 3AG | - not rated | 2,774 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 | 2,795 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Green School Lansbury Avenue , Parr WA9 1BU | 4out of 4 | 5,354 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lansbury Bridge School Lansbury Avenue , Parr WA9 1TB | 3out of 4 | 5,461 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diya Indian Restaurant | Diya Restaurant, East Lancashire Road | 527 yd | |
| Starbucks | Starbucks Coffee House, East Lancashire Road | 528 yd | |
| bocboc | 168a Kiln Lane | 609 yd | |
| Whistles | 78-80 Walmesley Road | 693 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Stars Inn | Seven Stars Inn, 67 Millbrook Lane | 762 yd | |
| Liverpool/St Helens R.U.F.C | Liverpool St Helens Rugby Union Football Club, Moss Lane | 828 yd | |
| Gerard Arms | Gerard Arms Hotel, Dentons Green Lane | 996 yd | |
| Abbey Hotel | The Abbey, 1 Hard Lane | 1,046 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roosterhunters | 99 Walmesley Road | 660 yd | |
| Fantastico | 99 Walmesley Road | 660 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Petrol Filling Station, Rainford Road | 554 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bleak Hill Primary School HAMILTON ROAD | grass pitches | 331 yd |
| Ecclesfield Playing Field BROADWAY | grass pitches | 602 yd |
| Hamblett School (Closed) Rainford Road | 742 yd | |
| Liverpool St Helens Rugby Club MOSS LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 829 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 | 95.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.5% |
| 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 | 89.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 203.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.