Maple Avenue is in Newton-Le-Willows and in St Helens district. WA12 8JB is located in the Newton-le-Willows East 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 Maple Avenue, Newton-le-willows, WA12 8JB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA12 8JF, WA12 8JA, WA12 8HZ, WA12 8HR, WA12 8JD, WA12 8JE, WA12 8LW, WA12 8HN, WA12 8PD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA12 8JB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.6% | 51.6% | -3.0% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 45.4% | 48.4% | 3.0% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around WA12 8JB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 46.2% | 53.6% | 7.4% | 37.9% | 15.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.7% | 34.8% | 7.1% | 44.2% | -9.4% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 3% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 15.8% | 6.7% | -9.1% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 1.8% | -6.4% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
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 | 44.2% | 52.2% | 8.0% | 48.4% | 3.8% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 30.8% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 11.1% | -5.1% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 4.8% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 33.2% | 18.5% | -14.7% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 10.9% | -6.5% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 17% | -2.0% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 3% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 16.7% | 6.4% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.3% | 32.2% | 21.9% | 33.8% | -1.6% |
| Other | 7.1% | 1.5% | -5.6% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.7% | 94.8% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 98.1% | 95.4% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 96.1% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.9% | 76.7% | -1.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.7% | 13.5% | 9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.8% | 37.2% | 12.6% |
| Christian | 42.6% | 46.2% | -3.6% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maple Avenue was 83.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.4% lower than the Newton-le-Willows East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maple Avenue has the 36th highest crime rate of 80 local areas in Newton-le-Willows East and the 230th highest crime rate of 606 local areas in St. Helens .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 145.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Maple Avenue, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2022-01-10 | £107,596 |
| 40 Maple Avenue, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £124,000 | 2021-02-16 | £164,509 |
| 33 Maple Avenue, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2020-06-26 | £180,461 |
| 40 Maple Avenue, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £83,500 | 2012-11-05 | £153,709 |
| 33 Maple Avenue, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2007-09-28 | £163,333 |
| Full-Time Employee | 136 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy Lane Nursery and Forest School Sandy Lane , Orford WA2 9HY | 4out of 4 | 5,037 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newton-le-Willows Primary School Sanderling Road , WA12 9UF | 3out of 4 | 472 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wargrave CofE Primary School Bradlegh Road , WA12 8QL | 2out of 4 | 658 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Infant School Victoria Road , Newton-le-Willows WA12 9RX | 2out of 4 | 841 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Junior School Barn Way , WA12 9QQ | 2out of 4 | 847 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Birley Street , WA12 9UR | 4out of 4 | 975 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hope Academy Ashton Road , WA12 0AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,428 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Byrchall High School Warrington Road , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 9PQ | 2out of 4 | 3,909 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 | 4,031 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Haydock Clipsley Lane , Haydock WA11 0JG | - not rated | 4,148 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haydock High School Clipsley Lane , Haydock WA11 0JG | 2out of 4 | 4,148 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wargrave House School 449 Wargrave Road , WA12 8RS | 4out of 4 | 759 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 | 759 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Penkford School Wharf Road , WA12 9XZ | 3out of 4 | 2,321 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Parks School Market Street , Hindley WN2 3AN | - not rated | 3,103 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pace Derbyshire Hill Road , WA9 2LH | 3out of 4 | 4,886 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newton Family and Community Centre | Newton Le Willows Family And Community Centre, Park Road South | 357 yd | |
| Meats n Treats | 311 Wargrave Road | 394 yd | |
| Aros Kitchen | 249 Wargrave Road | 394 yd | |
| Education by CH&CO Catering Ltd | Wargrave House School, 449 Wargrave Road | 715 yd | |
| Fika Coffee and Home | 2 Walmsley Street | 972 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Inn | 322 Wargrave Road | 449 yd | |
| Sunbeam Hotel | Sunbeam Hotel, Old Wargrave Road | 525 yd | |
| Wargrave Hacienda | Wargrave Hacienda, 448 Wargrave Road | 729 yd | |
| The Oak Tree | 2-4 Crow Lane East | 940 yd | |
| The Riddling Rack | 131 High Street | 991 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super Liang | 68 Park Road South | 261 yd | |
| Willows Fried Chicken | 66 Park Road South | 261 yd | |
| Newton Grill | 249 Wargrave Road | 394 yd | |
| Willow Dragon | Willow Dragon Chinese Takeaway, 196-198 Wargrave Road | 438 yd | |
| Jade Fish & Chips | Jade, 334 Wargrave Road | 471 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 62a Park Road South | 264 yd | |
| 360 Grocery Ltd | 360 Wargrave Road | 523 yd | |
| Aldi | 1 Vulcan Park Court | 915 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newton-Le-Willows Primary School SANDERLING ROAD | grass pitches | 494 yd |
| Mesnes Park Park Road North | grass pitches, tennis courts | 510 yd |
| Vulcan Sports Club Raleigh Close | grass pitches | 548 yd |
| The Hive (Earlestown Athletic Jfc) Harrison Way | grass pitches | 662 yd |
| Wargrave Ce Primary School BRADLEGH ROAD | grass pitches | 694 yd |
| Wargrave House School Wargrave Road | 738 yd | |
| St Aelreds Catholic Technology College (Closed) Birley Street | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 800 yd |
| Sasib Bakery Sports Ground (Closed) Junction Lane | grass pitches | 882 yd |
| St Peters Ce Primary School BIRLEY STREET | grass pitches | 938 yd |
| St Mary'S Catholic Primary School BARN WAY | grass pitches | 948 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 | 89.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 89.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 89.5% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 226.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.