Sturgess Street is in Newton-Le-Willows and in St Helens district. WA12 9HP is located in the Newton-le-Willows West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of St Helens North. This postcode has been in use since 2009-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sturgess Street, Newton-le-willows, WA12 9HP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA12 9HJ, WA12 9DB, WA12 9HW, WA12 9BZ, WA12 9HS, WA12 9DA, WA12 9NH, WA12 9BY, WA12 9NW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA12 9HP has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.8% of the population 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 | 54.8% | 57.8% | 3.0% | 51.0% | 6.8% |
| Male | 45.2% | 42.2% | -3.0% | 49.0% | -6.8% |
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 | 35.8% | 37.1% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.7% | 19% | -5.7% | 44.2% | -25.2% |
| Separated | 5.3% | 3% | -2.3% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 14% | 20.3% | 6.3% | 9.1% | 11.2% |
| Widowed | 20.2% | 20.7% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 14.6% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (56.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 31% | 33.8% | 2.8% | 48.4% | -14.6% |
| Good health | 30% | 22.8% | -7.2% | 33.6% | -10.8% |
| Fair health | 19% | 20.5% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 7.8% |
| Bad health | 15.9% | 17.1% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 13.1% |
| Very bad health | 4.1% | 5.7% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 4.5% |
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.
In the area around WA12 9HP this area, 41.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 13.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 48.1% | 41.6% | -6.5% | 18.2% | 23.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 10.8% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 13% | -1.4% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 8.2% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 10.4% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.2% | 13.9% | 7.7% | 33.8% | -19.9% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.3% | 100% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98.9% 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 | 99% | 98.9% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 98.9% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.5% | 76.7% | -10.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 33.1% | 13.5% | 19.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.5% | 37.2% | -8.7% |
| Christian | 67.3% | 46.2% | 21.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sturgess Street was 94.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.0% higher than the Newton-le-Willows East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sturgess Street has the 25th highest crime rate of 78 local areas in Newton-le-Willows East and the 199th highest crime rate of 602 local areas in St. Helens .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85 Heald Farm Court Sturgess Street, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £139,000 | 2026-02-06 | £136,987 |
| 33 Heald Farm Court Sturgess Street, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2025-05-02 | £105,053 |
| 64 Heald Farm Court Sturgess Street, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2024-12-20 | £55,277 |
| 46 Heald Farm Court Sturgess Street, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £97,000 | 2024-10-30 | £95,001 |
| 86 Heald Farm Court Sturgess Street, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-10-25 | £107,733 |
WA12 9HP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WA12 9HP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 96 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate 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 | 647 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Manor CofE Junior School Crow Lane West , WA12 9YY | - not rated | 379 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lyme Community Primary School Lyme Street , WA12 9HD | - not rated | 522 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The District CofE Primary School Patterson Street , WA12 9PZ | - not rated | 568 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Earlestown District CofE Junior School Patterson Street , WA12 9PZ | - not rated | 568 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| District CofE Infant School Patterson Street , WA12 9PZ | - not rated | 568 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Aelred's Catholic Technology College Birley Street , WA12 9UW | - not rated | 1,875 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope Academy Ashton Road , WA12 0AQ | - not rated | 2,000 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton-le-Willows Community High School Ashton Road , WA12 0AQ | - not rated | 2,120 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Haydock Clipsley Lane , Haydock WA11 0JG | - not rated | 2,592 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haydock High School Clipsley Lane , Haydock WA11 0JG | - not rated | 2,592 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Bank School Winwick Road , St Helens WA12 8DE | 3out of 4 | 900 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wargrave House School 449 Wargrave Road , WA12 8RS | 3out of 4 | 1,926 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton Bank Preparatory School 34 High Street , WA12 9SN | - not rated | 2,336 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill House School Mill Lane , WA12 8BG | - not rated | 2,606 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Bank School Winwick Road , WA12 8EA | - not rated | 2,851 yd | Secure units | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crownway Community Centre | Crownway Community Centre, Crown Street | 191 yd | |
| The Crusty Cob | The Crusty Cob, 265 Crow Lane West | 381 yd | |
| Earlestown Art Club and Gallery | 64 Market Street | 409 yd | |
| Blue Tiffin | 56-58 Market Street | 425 yd | |
| Trinity House | 5-7 Tamworth Street | 435 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Newmarket | The Newmarket, 47 Market Street | 251 yd | |
| Earlestown Viaduct Sports and Social Club | Earlestown Viaduct Sports Club, Earle Street | 340 yd | |
| The Griffin | The Griffin Hotel, Earle Street | 490 yd | |
| St Patricks Social Centre | St Patricks Rc Church, Common Road | 526 yd | |
| The Wellington | Wellington Hotel, 37-39 Earle Street | 623 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newton Fish Bar | 66 Crown Street | 191 yd | |
| Continental Newton | 62 Market Street | 414 yd | |
| Desi Touch | 1 Tamworth Street | 431 yd | |
| The Village Chippy | The Village Chippy, 6 Oxford Street | 577 yd | |
| Arcadia Food | 22 Market Street | 592 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Frozen Foods | Heron Foods, 10-12 Market Street | 592 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco, Earle Street | 623 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Viaduct Green EARLESTOWN VIADUCT SPORTS CLUB EARLESTOWN VIADUCT SPORTS CLUB EARLE STREET | grass pitches | 387 yd |
| Griffin Fitness Studio (Closed) Earle Street | health and fitness suite | 490 yd |
| Lyme School LYME STREET | grass pitches | 539 yd |
| The District Ce Primary School PATTERSON STREET | grass pitches | 559 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields (Newton-Le-Willows) DINGLE AVENUE | grass pitches | 703 yd |
| St Mary'S Catholic Primary School BARN WAY | grass pitches | 906 yd |
| Sasib Bakery Sports Ground (Closed) Junction Lane | grass pitches | 1,035 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 29.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.