Springvale is in Rainford, St. Helens and in St Helens district. WA11 8PB 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 Springvale, Rainford, St. Helens, WA11 8PB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA11 8PN, WA11 8PQ, WA11 8PD, WA11 8PA, WA11 8NZ, WA11 8PH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA11 8PB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 52.2% | 52.1% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 47.8% | 47.9% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 WA11 8PB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.4% 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 | 24.7% | 27.9% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -10.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.1% | 52.4% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 8.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 9.9% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 8.6% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 51.9% | 49.3% | -2.6% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 28.4% | -2.8% | 33.6% | -5.2% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 14.2% | 3.4% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 5.6% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 | 22% | 17.8% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 12.3% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 11.9% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 3.8% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 20.8% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.5% | 29.7% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -4.1% |
| Other | 4.3% | 3.8% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 99.3% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 97.4% 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% | 97.4% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 97% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.7% | 37.2% | -9.5% |
| Christian | 67% | 46.2% | 20.8% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Springvale was 35.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.9% lower than the Rainford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Springvale has the 25th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Rainford and the 185th lowest crime rate of 606 local areas in St. Helens .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 27.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookfield Springvale, St Helens, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2024-05-24 | £344,213 |
| 4 Springvale, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2018-08-03 | £535,057 |
| Woodside Springvale, St Helens, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £283,500 | 2013-07-05 | £515,990 |
| Brookfield Springvale, St Helens, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £306,450 | 2009-07-01 | £571,605 |
| Llysfaen Springvale, St. Helens, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2007-06-22 | £561,899 |
WA11 8PB 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 WA11 8PB 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 | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainford Brook Lodge Community Primary School Rufford Road , Rainford WA11 8JX | 3out of 4 | 396 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School Old Lane , Rainford WA11 8JF | 3out of 4 | 847 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainford CofE Primary School Cross Pit Lane , Rainford WA11 8AJ | - not rated | 967 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crawford Village Primary School Crawford Road , Crawford Village WN8 9QP | 4out of 4 | 2,652 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Digmoor Primary School Abbeystead , WN8 9NF | 3out of 4 | 3,532 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 227 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Up Holland High School Sandbrook Road , Orrell WN5 7AL | 3out of 4 | 5,082 yd | Community 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 | 3,721 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Learn 4 Life School Quarry Bank Community Centre, 364 Ormskirk Road , WN8 9AL | - not rated | 4,268 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Tree Community Primary School Elmers Wood Road , Tanhouse WN8 6SA | 4out of 4 | 5,353 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsbury Primary Special School School Lane , Chapel House WN8 8EH | 4out of 4 | 5,360 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rainford Deli | 14 Ormskirk Road | 1,018 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Italy | 10 Ormskirk Road | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Chippy | 6 Ormskirk Road | 1,018 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rainford High Technology College HIGHER LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 310 yd |
| Rainford Brook Lodge Primary School RUFFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 446 yd |
| Old Hall Estate Playing Fields SCARISBRICK ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 712 yd |
| Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School OLD LANE | grass pitches | 907 yd |
| Rainford Ce Primary School CROSS PIT LANE | grass pitches | 962 yd |
| Junction Inn Training Facility NEWS LANE | grass pitches | 1,088 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 11.16 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.