Holly Crescent is in Rainford, St. Helens and in St Helens district. WA11 8ET is located in the Rainford 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 Holly Crescent, Rainford, St. Helens, WA11 8ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA11 8EU, WA11 8EZ, WA11 8EX, WA11 8HA, WA11 8EP, WA11 8EY, WA11 8QJ, WA11 8ER, WA11 8LE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA11 8ET, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% 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 | 53.4% | 52.6% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 46.6% | 47.4% | 0.8% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 | 27.2% | 31.3% | 4.1% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.9% | 49.6% | 2.7% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 11.1% | -1.0% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 12.1% | 6% | -6.1% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 44.5% | 43.9% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 26.7% | 33.2% | 6.5% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 19.2% | 15.7% | -3.5% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 6.3% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 0.9% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 33.5% | 20.2% | -13.3% | 18.2% | 2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.9% | 8.5% | 0.6% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 13.7% | -3.9% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 6% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 16.1% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.8% | 34.7% | 10.9% | 33.8% | 0.9% |
| Other | 2.5% | 0.8% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.8% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 99.4% 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 | 98.3% | 99.4% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 16.2% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 99.4% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 16.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -9.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.3% | 76.7% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 22.1% | 13.5% | 8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.2% | 37.2% | -9.0% |
| Christian | 65% | 46.2% | 18.8% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holly Crescent was 35.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.6% lower than the Rainford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Holly Crescent has the 24th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Rainford and the 181st lowest crime rate of 606 local areas in St. Helens .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Holly Crescent, St Helens, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-03-15 | £167,627 |
| 23 Holly Crescent, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-07-04 | £177,149 |
| 5 Holly Crescent, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2023-07-04 | £238,044 |
| 43 Holly Crescent, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-12-13 | £212,375 |
| 3 Holly Crescent, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £251,109 | 2022-12-09 | £266,647 |
WA11 8ET 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 | 101 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainford CofE Primary School Cross Pit Lane , Rainford WA11 8AJ | - not rated | 484 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School Old Lane , Rainford WA11 8JF | 3out of 4 | 1,005 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainford Brook Lodge Community Primary School Rufford Road , Rainford WA11 8JX | 3out of 4 | 1,132 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crawford Village Primary School Crawford Road , Crawford Village WN8 9QP | 4out of 4 | 3,781 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Rainford Road , Windle WA10 6BX | 4out of 4 | 4,291 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainford High Technology College Higher Lane , Rainford WA11 8NY | 3out of 4 | 1,219 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cowley International College Hard Lane , WA10 6PN | 3out of 4 | 4,654 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| De La Salle School Mill Brow , Eccleston WA10 4QH | 2out of 4 | 5,304 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hope High School Carfield , Clay Brow WN8 9DP | 3out of 4 | 5,039 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nugent House School Carr Mill Road , Billinge WN5 7TT | - not rated | 5,418 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cottage Tandoori | Tandoori Cottage, 31 Church Road | 457 yd | |
| Reds | 21 Church Road | 526 yd | |
| The Rainford Deli | 14 Ormskirk Road | 788 yd | |
| Standout Burger Rainford | 3 Sandwash Close | 888 yd | |
| Cherry Orchard at Inglenook Farm | Inglenook Farm, Moss Nook Lane | 906 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Derby Arms | Derby Arms, 47 Church Road | 93 yd | |
| Star Inn | Star Inn, Church Road | 451 yd | |
| The Golden Lion | The Golden Lion Hotel, 30 Church Road | 505 yd | |
| The Eagle and Child | Eagle And Child, 6 Church Road | 526 yd | |
| Rainford Cricket Club | Clubhouse And Cricket Ground Adjacent To Jubilee Recreation Ground, Church Road | 654 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainford Supper Bar | Rainford Supper Bar, 24 Church Road | 526 yd | |
| Village Chippy | 6 Ormskirk Road | 788 yd | |
| Hadleys | Inglenook Farm, Moss Nook Lane | 906 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rainford Silver Jubilee CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 325 yd |
| Rainford Tennis Club CHURCH ROAD | tennis courts | 441 yd |
| Rainford Ce Primary School CROSS PIT LANE | grass pitches | 537 yd |
| Rainford Cricket Club THE AVENUE | grass pitches | 578 yd |
| Old Hall Estate Playing Fields SCARISBRICK ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 812 yd |
| Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School OLD LANE | grass pitches | 1,083 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 161 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.