Tamworth Street is in Newton-Le-Willows and in St Helens district. WA12 9PS 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 Tamworth Street, Newton-le-willows, WA12 9PS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA12 9BH, WA12 9DP, WA12 9NJ, WA12 9NE, WA12 9DW, WA12 9BW, WA12 9DN, WA12 9AQ, WA12 9DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA12 9PS is primarily male, with 58.2% of the population 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 | 44.6% | 41.8% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -9.2% |
| Male | 55.4% | 58.2% | 2.8% | 49.0% | 9.2% |
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 9PS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 57.6% 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 | 50.8% | 57.6% | 6.8% | 37.9% | 19.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25.2% | 16.3% | -8.9% | 44.2% | -27.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 3.4% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 15.9% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 6.8% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 6.1% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 (68%) 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 | 40.6% | 31.3% | -9.3% | 48.4% | -17.1% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 36.7% | 4.4% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 20.4% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 7.7% |
| Bad health | 8.9% | 8.8% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 4.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2.7% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 9PS this area, 31.4% 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 21.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.5% | 31.4% | -2.1% | 18.2% | 13.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 14.4% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.7% | 14.4% | -7.3% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 4.5% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 14% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.6% | 21.2% | 8.6% | 33.8% | -12.6% |
| Other | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.1% | -0.1% |
| Chinese | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 95.7% | 92.8% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 85.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.4% | 85.6% | -7.8% | 83.2% | 2.4% |
| European Union | 3% | 8.6% | 5.6% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 3.4% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.7% | 85.6% | -7.1% | 83.2% | 2.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 6.5% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 3.1% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 2.4% | -2.2% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.6% | 76.7% | -4.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 4.1% | 1.5% | 2.6% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 17.5% | 13.5% | 4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.5% | 37.2% | 2.3% |
| Christian | 47.8% | 46.2% | 1.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tamworth Street was 590.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 601.4% higher than the Newton-le-Willows East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tamworth Street has the highest crime rate of 80 local areas in Newton-le-Willows East and the 9th highest crime rate of 606 local areas in St. Helens .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 309.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Tamworth Street, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £89,000 | 2010-12-10 | £156,746 |
| 3 Tamworth Street, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2005-10-26 | £74,439 |
| 5 - 7 Tamworth Street, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2002-09-20 | £100,189 |
| 9 - 11 Tamworth Street, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £25,000 | 1996-09-06 | £116,667 |
| 11 Tamworth Street, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £25,000 | 1996-09-06 | £116,667 |
| Full-Time Employee | 105 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Other | 17 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The District CofE Primary School Patterson Street , WA12 9PZ | 3out of 4 | 262 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Junior School Barn Way , WA12 9QQ | 2out of 4 | 601 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lyme Community Primary School Lyme Street , WA12 9HD | 2out of 4 | 819 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Infant School Victoria Road , Newton-le-Willows WA12 9RX | 2out of 4 | 895 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wargrave CofE Primary School Bradlegh Road , WA12 8QL | 2out of 4 | 1,257 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | 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 | 1,768 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Haydock Clipsley Lane , Haydock WA11 0JG | - not rated | 2,899 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haydock High School Clipsley Lane , Haydock WA11 0JG | 2out of 4 | 2,899 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Byrchall High School Warrington Road , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 9PQ | 2out of 4 | 3,452 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 | 3,597 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 | 1,157 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wargrave House School 449 Wargrave Road , WA12 8RS | 4out of 4 | 1,633 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 | 1,633 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pace Derbyshire Hill Road , WA9 2LH | 3out of 4 | 3,639 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Parks School Market Street , Hindley WN2 3AN | - not rated | 3,789 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity House | 5-7 Tamworth Street | 1 yd | |
| Crumpets | Crumpets Cafe, 59 Market Street | 11 yd | |
| Blue Tiffin | 56-58 Market Street | 52 yd | |
| Earlestown Art Club and Gallery | 64 Market Street | 65 yd | |
| Good Burgers | 7 Stanley Street | 90 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wellington | Wellington Hotel, 37-39 Earle Street | 239 yd | |
| The Newmarket | The Newmarket, 47 Market Street | 241 yd | |
| The Griffin | The Griffin Hotel, Earle Street | 252 yd | |
| Earlestown Viaduct Sports and Social Club | Earlestown Viaduct Sports Club, Earle Street | 545 yd | |
| Sunbeam Hotel | Sunbeam Hotel, Old Wargrave Road | 771 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desi Touch | 1 Tamworth Street | 7 yd | |
| Continental Newton | 62 Market Street | 60 yd | |
| The Village Chippy | The Village Chippy, 6 Oxford Street | 142 yd | |
| Arcadia Food | 22 Market Street | 159 yd | |
| Meadow Barbeque | Meadow Barbecue, 43 Market Street | 168 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Frozen Foods | Heron Foods, 10-12 Market Street | 159 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco, Earle Street | 239 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The District Ce Primary School PATTERSON STREET | grass pitches | 214 yd |
| Griffin Fitness Studio (Closed) Earle Street | health and fitness suite | 252 yd |
| Viaduct Green EARLESTOWN VIADUCT SPORTS CLUB EARLESTOWN VIADUCT SPORTS CLUB EARLE STREET | grass pitches | 294 yd |
| St Mary'S Catholic Primary School BARN WAY | grass pitches | 517 yd |
| Sasib Bakery Sports Ground (Closed) Junction Lane | grass pitches | 669 yd |
| Lyme School LYME STREET | grass pitches | 934 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields (Newton-Le-Willows) DINGLE AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,029 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.