Church Road is in Rainford, St. Helens and in St Helens district. WA11 8QH 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 Church Road, Rainford, St. Helens, WA11 8QH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA11 8EE, WA11 8ES, WA11 8QQ, WA11 8QG, WA11 8ER, WA11 8QJ, WA11 8EN, WA11 8EF, WA11 8EL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WA11 8QH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% of residents 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 | 51.5% | 49.1% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 48.5% | 50.9% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 | 29% | 32.7% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -5.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.4% | 41% | -4.4% | 44.2% | -3.2% |
| Separated | 1% | 2.9% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 16.6% | 5.0% | 9.1% | 7.5% |
| Widowed | 13% | 6.8% | -6.2% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 43.9% | 44.2% | 0.3% | 48.4% | -4.2% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 37.2% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 12.8% | -2.0% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 5.3% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 20.8% | 17.7% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 9.4% | -0.7% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 18.7% | 2.8% | 13.4% | 5.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 6.9% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 16.7% | 5.6% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.4% | 29.1% | -3.3% | 33.8% | -4.7% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1.5% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.3% | 98.2% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 96.6% | 95.2% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 96.4% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 76.7% | 7.6% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.7% | 37.2% | -10.5% |
| Christian | 65.8% | 46.2% | 19.6% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Road was 13.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.6% lower than the Rainford average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Church Road has the 8th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Rainford and the 55th lowest crime rate of 606 local areas in St. Helens .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -86.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 143 Church Road, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2024-03-25 | £224,682 |
| 141 Church Road, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2022-07-11 | £225,697 |
| 145 Church Road, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2017-05-05 | £270,374 |
| 147 Church Road, St Helens, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2017-03-27 | £318,111 |
| 139 Church Road, St Helens, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2014-07-25 | £224,853 |
WA11 8QH 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 8QH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 73 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 758 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School Old Lane , Rainford WA11 8JF | 3out of 4 | 1,282 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainford Brook Lodge Community Primary School Rufford Road , Rainford WA11 8JX | 3out of 4 | 1,403 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crawford Village Primary School Crawford Road , Crawford Village WN8 9QP | 4out of 4 | 3,939 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Rainford Road , Windle WA10 6BX | 4out of 4 | 4,012 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 | 1,480 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cowley International College Hard Lane , WA10 6PN | 3out of 4 | 4,381 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| De La Salle School Mill Brow , Eccleston WA10 4QH | 2out of 4 | 5,028 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 | 5,236 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nugent House School Carr Mill Road , Billinge WN5 7TT | - not rated | 5,294 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standout Burger Rainford | 3 Sandwash Close | 651 yd | |
| The Cottage Tandoori | Tandoori Cottage, 31 Church Road | 722 yd | |
| Reds | 21 Church Road | 790 yd | |
| The Greedy Pig | The Greedy Pig Cafe, Sandwash Close | 913 yd | |
| Cherry Orchard at Inglenook Farm | Inglenook Farm, Moss Nook Lane | 1,027 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Inn | Star Inn, Church Road | 172 yd | |
| The Derby Arms | Derby Arms, 47 Church Road | 287 yd | |
| The Golden Lion | The Golden Lion Hotel, 30 Church Road | 761 yd | |
| The Eagle and Child | Eagle And Child, 6 Church Road | 790 yd | |
| Rainford Cricket Club | Clubhouse And Cricket Ground Adjacent To Jubilee Recreation Ground, Church Road | 880 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainford Supper Bar | Rainford Supper Bar, 24 Church Road | 790 yd | |
| Hadleys | Inglenook Farm, Moss Nook Lane | 1,027 yd | |
| Village Chippy | 6 Ormskirk Road | 1,058 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rainford Silver Jubilee CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 564 yd |
| Rainford Tennis Club CHURCH ROAD | tennis courts | 672 yd |
| Rainford Cricket Club THE AVENUE | grass pitches | 757 yd |
| Rainford Ce Primary School CROSS PIT LANE | grass pitches | 816 yd |
| Old Hall Estate Playing Fields SCARISBRICK ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,089 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 | 90.9% |
| 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 174.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.