Penny Lane is in Haydock, St Helens and in St Helens district. WA11 0QT 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 Penny Lane, Haydock, St Helens, WA11 0QT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA11 0QN, WA11 0LP, WA11 0SA, WA11 0RY, WA11 0QS, WA11 0RZ, WA11 0QR, WA11 0LR, WA11 0QX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA11 0QT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 54.7% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 3.7% |
| Male | 47.6% | 45.3% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -3.7% |
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% | 38.1% | 4.1% | 37.9% | 0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.8% | 41.8% | -7.0% | 44.2% | -2.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 3.8% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 7% | 7.5% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 7.9% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 46.3% | 48.7% | 2.4% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 29.3% | 25% | -4.3% | 33.6% | -8.6% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 19.3% | 5.5% | 12.7% | 6.6% |
| Bad health | 8% | 5.3% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 1.7% | -0.9% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 18.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.9% | 25.8% | -10.1% | 18.2% | 7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 11.6% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.7% | 16.7% | -6.0% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 6.4% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 17.2% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.6% | 18.5% | 9.9% | 33.8% | -15.3% |
| Other | 2.7% | 3.9% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 100% | 96.7% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 100% | 96% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 100% | 96% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.1% | 76.7% | -3.6% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 23.9% | 13.5% | 10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30% | 37.2% | -7.2% |
| Christian | 64.3% | 46.2% | 18.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Penny Lane was 168.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 121.7% higher than the Haydock average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Penny Lane has the 4th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Haydock and the 77th highest crime rate of 605 local areas in St. Helens .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 77.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 45.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 97 Penny Lane, St Helens, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2022-11-30 | £470,092 |
| 103 Penny Lane, St Helens, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2019-07-15 | £195,576 |
| 97 Penny Lane, St Helens, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2012-07-13 | £428,163 |
WA11 0QT 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 | 77 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newton-Le-Willows Nursery School Patterson Street , WA12 9PZ | - not rated | 2,115 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St James's CofE Infant School Church Road , Haydock WA11 0NJ | - not rated | 800 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' CofE (Aided) Junior School Lyme Street , Haydock WA11 0NL | - not rated | 942 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haydock English Martyrs' Primary School Piele Road , Haydock WA11 0JY | 3out of 4 | 991 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Primary School Lyme Street , Haydock WA11 0NL | 3out of 4 | 1,072 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Primary School Lyme Street , Haydock WA11 0NL | - not rated | 1,072 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,400 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Byrchall High School Warrington Road , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 9PQ | - not rated | 1,400 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, Ashton-in-Makerfield Rookery Avenue , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 9PF | 3out of 4 | 1,552 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope Academy Ashton Road , WA12 0AQ | - not rated | 2,055 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton-le-Willows Community High School Ashton Road , WA12 0AQ | - not rated | 2,099 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascent Autism Specialist College 11 the Parks , WA12 0JQ | - not rated | 1,159 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gerard Pupil Referral Unit YMCA Building , Hilton Street WN4 8PD | - not rated | 2,377 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Willow Bank School Winwick Road , St Helens WA12 8DE | 3out of 4 | 2,713 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton Bank Preparatory School 34 High Street , WA12 9SN | - not rated | 2,875 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill House School Mill Lane , WA12 8BG | - not rated | 3,477 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIMIA Foods Canteen | Staff Canteen, Aimia Foods, Penny Lane | 462 yd | |
| Starbucks | Haydock Starbucks, East Lancashire Road | 565 yd | |
| Bros2Go | 284 Church Road | 579 yd | |
| Epicurean | 268 Church Road | 583 yd | |
| The Wood Pit Cafe & Bistro | 268 Church Road | 583 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haydock Cricket Club | Haydock Cricket Club, Piele Road | 949 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temptation House | Temptation House, 132 Penny Lane | 202 yd | |
| Crispy Cod | The Crispy Cod, 17 Kenyons Lane South | 270 yd | |
| Jade Garden | 325a Church Road | 443 yd | |
| Spicy Balti | 262 Church Road | 583 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 286 Church Road | 583 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Vista Road Playing Fields | grass pitches | 372 yd |
| The Mecure Haydock Fitness Club PENNY LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 845 yd |
| St James Ce Primary School LYME STREET | grass pitches | 942 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.