Winsford Close is in Haydock, St. Helens and in St Helens district. WA11 0LQ is located in the Haydock 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 Winsford Close, Haydock, St. Helens, WA11 0LQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA11 0LJ, WA11 0LH, WA11 0QH, WA11 0QG, WA11 0LG, WA11 0LL, WA11 0QD, WA11 0LS, WA11 0LT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA11 0LQ is primarily male, with 53.8% 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 | 48.3% | 46.2% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -4.8% |
| Male | 51.7% | 53.8% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 4.8% |
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 | 35.1% | 42% | 6.9% | 37.9% | 4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.2% | 39.4% | -8.8% | 44.2% | -4.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3.1% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 7.8% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 7.3% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 43.6% | 37.8% | -5.8% | 48.4% | -10.6% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 38.7% | 4.0% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 17.3% | 4.2% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 4% | -3.7% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 25% | 21.9% | -3.1% | 18.2% | 3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 12.5% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 14.1% | -3.9% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 8.9% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 16.1% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 18% | 26% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -7.8% |
| Other | 6.6% | 0.5% | -6.1% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.1% | 97.3% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 92.3% | 93.8% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 4% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.5% | 93.3% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 0.4% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79% | 76.7% | 2.3% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 17% | 13.5% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.3% | 37.2% | -4.9% |
| Christian | 62.3% | 46.2% | 16.1% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Winsford Close was 135.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.4% higher than the Haydock average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Winsford Close has the 6th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Haydock and the 117th highest crime rate of 606 local areas in St. Helens .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 11.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Winsford Close, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2020-01-31 | £205,462 |
| 6 Winsford Close, St. Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £131,000 | 2007-08-31 | £201,422 |
| 6 Winsford Close, St. Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £131,000 | 2007-08-31 | £201,422 |
| 11 Winsford Close, St. Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £56,000 | 1999-01-08 | £252,475 |
| 6 Winsford Close, St. Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £49,000 | 1998-11-10 | £217,233 |
WA11 0LQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Other | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haydock English Martyrs' Primary School Piele Road , Haydock WA11 0JY | 3out of 4 | 618 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Primary School Lyme Street , Haydock WA11 0NL | 3out of 4 | 760 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Valley Primary School Heyes Avenue , Haydock WA11 0XQ | 4out of 4 | 1,488 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lyme Community Primary School Lyme Street , WA12 9HD | 2out of 4 | 1,776 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's Catholic Primary School Council Avenue , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 9AZ | 3out of 4 | 2,231 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Byrchall High School Warrington Road , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 9PQ | 2out of 4 | 1,597 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, Ashton-in-Makerfield Rookery Avenue , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 9PF | 3out of 4 | 1,743 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Haydock Clipsley Lane , Haydock WA11 0JG | - not rated | 1,788 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haydock High School Clipsley Lane , Haydock WA11 0JG | 2out of 4 | 1,788 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope Academy Ashton Road , WA12 0AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,440 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penkford School Wharf Road , WA12 9XZ | 3out of 4 | 2,668 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pace Derbyshire Hill Road , WA9 2LH | 3out of 4 | 3,718 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wargrave House School 449 Wargrave Road , WA12 8RS | 4out of 4 | 3,854 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakeside Early Adult Provision - LEAP College (Wargrave House Ltd) Wargrave House Ltd, 449 Wargrave Road , WA12 8RS | - not rated | 3,854 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Parks School Market Street , Hindley WN2 3AN | - not rated | 3,903 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starbucks | Haydock Starbucks, East Lancashire Road | 285 yd | |
| Bros2Go | 284 Church Road | 308 yd | |
| Epicurean | 268 Church Road | 308 yd | |
| The Wood Pit Cafe & Bistro | 268 Church Road | 308 yd | |
| St James Parish Centre | St James Parish Centre, Church Road | 531 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haydock Cricket Club | Haydock Cricket Club, Piele Road | 650 yd | |
| Lymewood Farm Pub Restaurant | Lymewood Farm, 2 Galway Crescent | 849 yd | |
| Haydock Reading Rooms | Haydock Reading Rooms And Debating Society Social Club, 86-88 Church Road | 963 yd | |
| Haydock Conservative Club | Haydock Conservative Club, 3 Bellerophon Way | 983 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crispy Cod | The Crispy Cod, 17 Kenyons Lane South | 78 yd | |
| Jade Garden | 325a Church Road | 199 yd | |
| Spicy Balti | 262 Church Road | 308 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 286 Church Road | 308 yd | |
| Temptation House | Temptation House, 132 Penny Lane | 516 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Store, 2 Bellerophon Way | 983 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Vista Road Playing Fields | grass pitches | 615 yd |
| St James Ce Primary School LYME STREET | grass pitches | 688 yd |
| Haydock English Martyrs Catholic Primary School PIELE ROAD | grass pitches | 791 yd |
| Haydock Cricket Club Piele Road | grass pitches | 827 yd |
| Haydock Kgv Playing Fields BRANCHWAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,021 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 132.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.