Runnymede Drive is in Haydock, St. Helens and in St Helens district. WA11 0AS is located in the Blackbrook 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 Runnymede Drive, Haydock, St. Helens, WA11 0AS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA11 0AU, WA11 0AN, WA11 0AP, WA11 0AR, WA11 0BB, WA11 0AW, WA11 0BL, WA11 0BH, WA11 0AY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA11 0AS is primarily male, with 53.6% 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% | 46.4% | -5.4% | 51.0% | -4.6% |
| Male | 48.2% | 53.6% | 5.4% | 49.0% | 4.6% |
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 | 34% | 37.3% | 3.3% | 37.9% | -0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.1% | 29.8% | -6.3% | 44.2% | -14.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 16.2% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 7.1% |
| Widowed | 16.4% | 12.7% | -3.7% | 6.1% | 6.6% |
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 (70.1%) 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 | 34.6% | 30.3% | -4.3% | 48.4% | -18.1% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 39.8% | 10.0% | 33.6% | 6.2% |
| Fair health | 23.2% | 15.9% | -7.3% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 9.9% | 8.7% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 4.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 5.3% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 4.1% |
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 WA11 0AS this area, 28.2% 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 20.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.6% | 28.2% | -12.4% | 18.2% | 10.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 11% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 14.1% | -5.6% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 12.3% | 9.4% | 5.3% | 7.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.4% | 12.3% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.1% | 20.3% | 9.2% | 33.8% | -13.5% |
| Other | 2.5% | 1.8% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.8% | 96.6% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 93.2% 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% | 93.2% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.4% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 92.8% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76% | 76.7% | -0.7% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 3% | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.6% | 13.5% | 5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.4% | 37.2% | -1.8% |
| Christian | 59.7% | 46.2% | 13.5% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Runnymede Drive was 84.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.1% higher than the Blackbrook average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Runnymede Drive has the 28th highest crime rate of 73 local areas in Blackbrook and the 224th highest crime rate of 606 local areas in St. Helens .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -5.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% 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 Runnymede Drive, St. Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2006-11-17 | £208,627 |
| 2 Runnymede Drive, St. Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £119,950 | 2005-05-18 | £211,303 |
| 2 Runnymede Drive, St. Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £56,950 | 2000-06-30 | £237,627 |
| 2 Runnymede Drive, St. Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £35,000 | 1995-08-14 | £163,333 |
WA11 0AS 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 WA11 0AS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legh Vale Primary School Legh Road , Haydock WA11 0ER | 3out of 4 | 718 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Mary's Catholic Primary Blackbrook Chain Lane , Blackbrook WA11 9QY | 3out of 4 | 911 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashurst Primary School New Glade Hill , Off Chain Lane WA11 9QJ | 3out of 4 | 1,069 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Valley Primary School Heyes Avenue , Haydock WA11 0XQ | 4out of 4 | 1,885 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broad Oak Community Primary School Brunswick Street , Parr WA9 2JE | 3out of 4 | 2,024 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outwood Academy Haydock Clipsley Lane , Haydock WA11 0JG | - not rated | 1,220 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haydock High School Clipsley Lane , Haydock WA11 0JG | 2out of 4 | 1,220 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic High School Boardmans Lane , Blackbrook WA11 9BB | 1out of 4 | 1,356 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic High School Berrys Lane , Sutton WA9 3HE | 3out of 4 | 2,950 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cowley International College Hard Lane , WA10 6PN | 3out of 4 | 4,034 yd | Community 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 | 3,840 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pace Derbyshire Hill Road , WA9 2LH | 3out of 4 | 1,912 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Green School Lansbury Avenue , Parr WA9 1BU | 4out of 4 | 2,189 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lansbury Bridge School Lansbury Avenue , Parr WA9 1TB | 3out of 4 | 2,224 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nugent House School Carr Mill Road , Billinge WN5 7TT | - not rated | 3,157 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Launchpad Centre College Street , WA10 1UH | 3out of 4 | 3,316 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Mark's Centre | St Marks Church Centre, Park Street | 211 yd | |
| The Source (St Marks Church) | St Marks C Of E Church, West End Road | 250 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Owls Nest | Owls Nest Hotel, West End Road | 261 yd | |
| The Ship Inn | The Ship Inn, Blackbrook Road | 727 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haydock Supper Bar | Haydock Supper Bar, 113 West End Road | 453 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End Superstore | 237-239 West End Road | 157 yd | |
| Hollowood Chemists | 210 West End Road | 214 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Park Street Playing Fields PARK STREET | grass pitches | 371 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 | 58.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.