Crow Lane East is in Newton-Le-Willows and in St Helens district. WA12 9UG 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 Crow Lane East, Newton-le-willows, WA12 9UG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA12 9UQ, WA12 9PX, WA12 9XA, WA12 9UJ, WA12 0EB, WA12 9FW, WA12 9UH, WA12 9UZ, WA12 9JD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA12 9UG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47% | 51.1% | 4.1% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 53% | 48.9% | -4.1% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 29.8% | 30% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 49.4% | -0.4% | 44.2% | 5.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 0.4% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 6% | 9.9% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 9.5% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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 | 43.7% | 38.1% | -5.6% | 48.4% | -10.3% |
| Good health | 36% | 39.4% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 15% | 18.6% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 5.9% |
| Bad health | 4% | 2.9% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.4% | 15.5% | -7.9% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 10.9% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 10.6% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 9.4% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 13.6% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.7% | 36.2% | 7.5% | 33.8% | 2.4% |
| Other | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.7% | 98.7% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 98.7% 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% | 98.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 98.7% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 12.4% | 13.5% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24% | 37.2% | -13.2% |
| Christian | 72.1% | 46.2% | 25.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Crow Lane East was 170.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 102.3% higher than the Newton-le-Willows East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Crow Lane East has the 10th highest crime rate of 80 local areas in Newton-le-Willows East and the 77th highest crime rate of 606 local areas in St. Helens .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 101.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 105 Crow Lane East, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £427,000 | 2025-03-28 | £429,016 |
| 89 Crow Lane East, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2022-12-02 | £276,088 |
| 105 Crow Lane East, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2021-04-30 | £484,223 |
| 89 Crow Lane East, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,500 | 2017-09-28 | £261,703 |
| 105 Crow Lane East, Newton-Le-Willows, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2014-06-02 | £378,742 |
WA12 9UG 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 WA12 9UG 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 | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| 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 | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Infant School Victoria Road , Newton-le-Willows WA12 9RX | 2out of 4 | 343 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton-le-Willows Primary School Sanderling Road , WA12 9UF | 3out of 4 | 348 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Junior School Barn Way , WA12 9QQ | 2out of 4 | 636 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Birley Street , WA12 9UR | 4out of 4 | 796 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The District CofE Primary School Patterson Street , WA12 9PZ | 3out of 4 | 971 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 | 671 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Byrchall High School Warrington Road , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 9PQ | 2out of 4 | 3,112 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 | 3,231 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Haydock Clipsley Lane , Haydock WA11 0JG | - not rated | 3,747 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haydock High School Clipsley Lane , Haydock WA11 0JG | 2out of 4 | 3,747 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 | 1,559 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 | 1,559 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Penkford School Wharf Road , WA12 9XZ | 3out of 4 | 2,390 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Parks School Market Street , Hindley WN2 3AN | - not rated | 2,597 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pace Derbyshire Hill Road , WA9 2LH | 3out of 4 | 4,818 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ariete | Ariete Bar And Restaurant Italia, 136 High Street | 431 yd | |
| Fika Coffee and Home | 2 Walmsley Street | 518 yd | |
| Mamma J's | 94 High Street | 520 yd | |
| The Fort Of India | Fort Of India, 69-73 High Street | 551 yd | |
| Village Pantry | 85 High Street | 551 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newton Le Willows Sports Club | Newton Le Willows Sports And Social Club, Crow Lane East | 187 yd | |
| The Oak Tree | 2-4 Crow Lane East | 253 yd | |
| Newton Le Willows Conservative & Unionist Club | Newton Le Willows Conservative And Unionist Club Ltd, 152 High Street | 431 yd | |
| The Riddling Rack | 131 High Street | 455 yd | |
| Old Crow Public House | Old Crow Inn, 248 Crow Lane East | 501 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fishician | The Fishician, 75 High Street | 551 yd | |
| Zerizza | 55 High Street | 551 yd | |
| Hong Liang | 67 High Street | 551 yd | |
| Subway | 76a High Street | 556 yd | |
| Dragon Takeaway | 28 Wargrave Road | 809 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 62a Park Road South | 1,048 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Hive (Earlestown Athletic Jfc) Harrison Way | grass pitches | 148 yd |
| Newton Sports Club Crow Lane East | grass pitches, tennis courts | 176 yd |
| St Aelreds Catholic Technology College (Closed) Birley Street | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 276 yd |
| Newton-Le-Willows Primary School SANDERLING ROAD | grass pitches | 311 yd |
| Mesnes Park Park Road North | grass pitches, tennis courts | 549 yd |
| Hope Academy ASHTON ROAD | grass pitches | 658 yd |
| St Mary'S Catholic Primary School BARN WAY | grass pitches | 716 yd |
| St Peters Ce Primary School BIRLEY STREET | grass pitches | 721 yd |
| Newton-Le-Willows Community High School (Closed) Ashton Road | grass pitches | 765 yd |
| Selwyn Jones Sports Centre ASHTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 766 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 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 275 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 256.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 27.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.