Higher Parr Street is in St Helens and in St Helens district. WA9 1AD is located in the Peasley Cross & Fingerpost electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of St Helens South and Whiston. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Higher Parr Street, St Helens, WA9 1AD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA9 1AF, WA9 1NR, WA9 1NA, WA9 1ND, WA9 1AG, WA9 1NF, WA9 1LY, WA9 1NG, WA9 1LZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WA9 1AD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.5% 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 | 51% | 54.5% | 3.5% | 51.0% | 3.5% |
| Male | 49% | 45.5% | -3.5% | 49.0% | -3.5% |
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 WA9 1AD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.2% 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 | 34.6% | 44.2% | 9.6% | 37.9% | 6.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.3% | 21.5% | -14.8% | 44.2% | -22.7% |
| Separated | 5% | 3.5% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 19.2% | 6.9% | 9.1% | 10.1% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 11.6% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
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 (63.7%) 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 | 30.8% | 33.8% | 3.0% | 48.4% | -14.6% |
| Good health | 29.3% | 29.9% | 0.6% | 33.6% | -3.7% |
| Fair health | 20.7% | 20.9% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 8.2% |
| Bad health | 14.6% | 12.9% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 8.9% |
| Very bad health | 4.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 WA9 1AD this area, 40.1% 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 15.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 48% | 40.1% | -7.9% | 18.2% | 21.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 11.6% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 16.3% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 4.7% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 8.7% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -8.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.9% | 15.1% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -18.7% |
| Other | 5.6% | 3.5% | -2.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 2% | 0.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.5% | 96% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
In this area, 82.3% 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 | 94.4% | 82.3% | -12.1% | 83.2% | -0.9% |
| European Union | 4% | 12.8% | 8.8% | 6.1% | 6.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 82.7% | -10.7% | 83.2% | -0.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 4.5% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 3.5% | 3.0% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 5.4% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 3.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 4% | 1.5% | 1.9% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 54.7% | 76.7% | -22.0% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 5.4% | 1.3% | 4.1% |
| Romania | 4.4% | 0.9% | 3.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 31.5% | 13.5% | 18.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.4% | 37.2% | 4.2% |
| Christian | 50.2% | 46.2% | 4.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Higher Parr Street was 304.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 156.2% higher than the Parr average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Higher Parr Street has the 8th highest crime rate of 46 local areas in Parr and the 25th highest crime rate of 606 local areas in St. Helens .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 121.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.8%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 77 Higher Parr Street, St Helens, Merseyside Other, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2017-05-12 | £137,052 |
| 59 Higher Parr Street, St Helens, Merseyside Other, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2017-02-14 | £70,467 |
| 93 Higher Parr Street, St Helens, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £37,500 | 2014-03-06 | £67,615 |
| 91 Higher Parr Street, St Helens, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2006-08-25 | £76,845 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Full-Time Employee | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Education | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainhill Community Nursery Deepdale Drive , Rainhill L35 4NW | 4out of 4 | 5,220 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merton Bank Primary School Roper Street , WA9 1EJ | 3out of 4 | 553 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Catholic Primary School Charles Street , WA10 1LN | 2out of 4 | 640 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parish Church of England Primary School, St Helens Charles Street , WA10 1LW | 4out of 4 | 652 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Allanson Street Primary School Gaskell Street , Parr WA9 1PL | 3out of 4 | 986 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary & St Thomas' CofE Primary School Barton Close , WA10 2HS | 4out of 4 | 1,434 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic High School Boardmans Lane , Blackbrook WA11 9BB | 1out of 4 | 1,380 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic High School Berrys Lane , Sutton WA9 3HE | 3out of 4 | 2,076 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cowley International College Hard Lane , WA10 6PN | 3out of 4 | 2,403 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sutton Academy Elton Head Road , WA9 5AU | 2out of 4 | 3,329 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| De La Salle School Mill Brow , Eccleston WA10 4QH | 2out of 4 | 3,330 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Helens College Water Street , WA10 1PP | - not rated | 1,290 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel College Prescot Road , WA10 3AG | - not rated | 3,709 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launchpad Centre College Street , WA10 1UH | 3out of 4 | 1,019 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Green School Lansbury Avenue , Parr WA9 1BU | 4out of 4 | 1,546 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lansbury Bridge School Lansbury Avenue , Parr WA9 1TB | 3out of 4 | 1,652 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pace Derbyshire Hill Road , WA9 2LH | 3out of 4 | 2,113 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Penkford School Wharf Road , WA12 9XZ | 3out of 4 | 4,694 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pat's Cafe | 61 Higher Parr Street | 36 yd | |
| The New Clean Lean Fit Food Limited | 133 Higher Parr Street | 144 yd | |
| Lily’s cafe | Unit B, 18 Jackson Street | 221 yd | |
| KG's Street kitchen | 72 Pocket Nook Street | 238 yd | |
| Boss Kitchen | 70 Pocket Nook Street | 248 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Arms Hotel | The Queens Arms, 96 Higher Parr Street | 50 yd | |
| Union Inn | Union Inn, 145 Hall Street | 534 yd | |
| The Royal Alfred | 2 Bickerstaffe Street | 636 yd | |
| The George Hotel | The George, 8 George Street | 760 yd | |
| Little George Quarter | 12-14 George Street | 772 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fingerpost Pizzeria | Fingerpost Pizzeria, 63-65 Higher Parr Street | 30 yd | |
| Chipmunk | Chipmunk, 86 Higher Parr Street | 45 yd | |
| Fortune House | Fortune House, 103 Higher Parr Street | 78 yd | |
| Don Mario Pizza | 131 Higher Parr Street | 144 yd | |
| All-American Diner | 17a Jackson Street | 215 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 81 Higher Parr Street | 3 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods | Iceland Frozen Foods Plc, 2 St Helens Retail Park | 588 yd | |
| Go Local Extra | 108 Parr Stocks Road | 825 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Gmbh, Park Road | 1,078 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Parr Swimming Pool And Fitness Centre ASHCROFT STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 306 yd |
| Merton Bank Primary School ROPER STREET | grass pitches | 516 yd |
| Merton Bank Playing Fields MERTON BANK ROAD | grass pitches | 605 yd |
| Parr Stocks Playing Fields SHERINGHAM CLOSE | grass pitches | 688 yd |
| St Helens Rfc (Totally Wicked Stadium) PEASLEY CROSS LANE | grass pitches | 774 yd |
| Allanson Street Primary School GASKELL STREET | 933 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 | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 77.8% |
| 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.