Sefton Street is in Newton-Le-Willows and in St Helens district. WA12 9HU 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sefton Street, Newton-le-willows, WA12 9HU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA12 9HT, WA12 9GL, WA12 9HS, WA12 9YX, WA12 9YY, WA12 9HX, WA12 9YZ, WA12 9YQ, WA12 9LJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA12 9HU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% 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 | 50.5% | 53.2% | 2.7% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 49.5% | 46.8% | -2.7% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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 9HU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50% 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 | 43.1% | 50% | 6.9% | 37.9% | 12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.5% | 26.2% | -4.3% | 44.2% | -18.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 3.3% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 10.7% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 10% | 8.2% | -1.8% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 42.9% | 43.8% | 0.9% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 34.2% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 15.1% | -2.0% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 5.5% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
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 18.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36% | 21.8% | -14.2% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 14% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 18.5% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 6.2% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 17.7% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.6% | 18.9% | 9.3% | 33.8% | -14.9% |
| Other | 5.9% | 2.9% | -3.0% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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 | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 95.9% | 98.8% | 2.9% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
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 | 97.5% | 95.4% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 1% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 95.6% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.6% | 76.7% | -7.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 25.2% | 13.5% | 11.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.9% | 37.2% | 3.7% |
| Christian | 53.9% | 46.2% | 7.7% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sefton Street was 52.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.1% lower than the Newton-le-Willows East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sefton Street has the 29th lowest crime rate of 80 local areas in Newton-le-Willows East and the 260th lowest crime rate of 606 local areas in St. Helens .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 60.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Sefton Street, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2018-08-24 | £184,964 |
| 28 Sefton Street, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2018-02-08 | £100,921 |
| 20 Sefton Street, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £98,000 | 2011-10-18 | £176,732 |
| 24 Sefton Street, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2008-07-29 | £112,183 |
| 50 Sefton Street, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2007-08-31 | £135,324 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyme Community Primary School Lyme Street , WA12 9HD | 2out of 4 | 175 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The District CofE Primary School Patterson Street , WA12 9PZ | 3out of 4 | 867 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Junior School Barn Way , WA12 9QQ | 2out of 4 | 1,185 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Infant School Victoria Road , Newton-le-Willows WA12 9RX | 2out of 4 | 1,419 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Primary School Lyme Street , Haydock WA11 0NL | 3out of 4 | 1,523 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,156 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Haydock Clipsley Lane , Haydock WA11 0JG | - not rated | 2,237 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haydock High School Clipsley Lane , Haydock WA11 0JG | 2out of 4 | 2,237 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Byrchall High School Warrington Road , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 9PQ | 2out of 4 | 3,272 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 | 3,423 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penkford School Wharf Road , WA12 9XZ | 3out of 4 | 860 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wargrave House School 449 Wargrave Road , WA12 8RS | 4out of 4 | 2,283 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 | 2,283 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pace Derbyshire Hill Road , WA9 2LH | 3out of 4 | 3,061 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lansbury Bridge School Lansbury Avenue , Parr WA9 1TB | 3out of 4 | 3,617 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 Crusty Cob | The Crusty Cob, 265 Crow Lane West | 135 yd | |
| Crownway Community Centre | Crownway Community Centre, Crown Street | 372 yd | |
| Earlestown Art Club and Gallery | 64 Market Street | 629 yd | |
| Blue Tiffin | 56-58 Market Street | 647 yd | |
| Trinity House | 5-7 Tamworth Street | 669 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Patricks Social Centre | St Patricks Rc Church, Common Road | 426 yd | |
| The Newmarket | The Newmarket, 47 Market Street | 442 yd | |
| Earlestown Viaduct Sports and Social Club | Earlestown Viaduct Sports Club, Earle Street | 537 yd | |
| The Griffin | The Griffin Hotel, Earle Street | 752 yd | |
| The Wellington | Wellington Hotel, 37-39 Earle Street | 877 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newton Fish Bar | 66 Crown Street | 372 yd | |
| Continental Newton | 62 Market Street | 634 yd | |
| Desi Touch | 1 Tamworth Street | 665 yd | |
| The Village Chippy | The Village Chippy, 6 Oxford Street | 804 yd | |
| Arcadia Food | 22 Market Street | 829 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Frozen Foods | Heron Foods, 10-12 Market Street | 829 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco, Earle Street | 877 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lyme School LYME STREET | grass pitches | 277 yd |
| Viaduct Green EARLESTOWN VIADUCT SPORTS CLUB EARLESTOWN VIADUCT SPORTS CLUB EARLE STREET | grass pitches | 648 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields (Newton-Le-Willows) DINGLE AVENUE | grass pitches | 734 yd |
| The District Ce Primary School PATTERSON STREET | grass pitches | 742 yd |
| Griffin Fitness Studio (Closed) Earle Street | health and fitness suite | 752 yd |
| St Mary'S Catholic Primary School BARN WAY | grass pitches | 1,081 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 | 66.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.