Hargreaves Street is in St. Helens and in St Helens district. WA9 2DH is located in the Parr 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 Hargreaves Street, St. Helens, WA9 2DH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA9 2DJ, WA9 1QU, WA9 2ER, WA9 2DP, WA9 2DN, WA9 2EW, WA9 2DL, WA9 2AB, WA9 2DS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA9 2DH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 50.4% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 49.1% | 49.6% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 2DH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 56.8% 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 | 40.8% | 56.8% | 16.0% | 37.9% | 18.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31% | 22.6% | -8.4% | 44.2% | -21.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 2% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 14.1% | 11.1% | -3.0% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 7.5% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.1%) 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 | 32.7% | 31.5% | -1.2% | 48.4% | -16.9% |
| Good health | 35% | 36.6% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 25.5% | 19% | -6.5% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 10.3% | 5.8% | 4.0% | 6.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 2.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 2DH this area, 31.3% 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 13.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 50.5% | 31.3% | -19.2% | 18.2% | 13.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 15.4% | 2.9% | 9.6% | 5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 14.9% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 7.2% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.4% | 12.3% | 6.9% | 16.9% | -4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.2% | 13.8% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -20.0% |
| Other | 4.3% | 5.1% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93% 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% | 3.9% | 3.4% | 0.7% | 3.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.6% | 93% | -5.6% | 81.4% | 11.6% |
In this area, 87.1% 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 | 97.7% | 87.1% | -10.6% | 83.2% | 3.9% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 7.3% | 5.5% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 3.9% | 3.4% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 87.8% | -9.9% | 83.2% | 4.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 7.4% | 6.5% | 1.9% | 5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.1% | 76.7% | -10.6% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 3.9% | 0.9% | 3.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 25.2% | 13.5% | 11.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.2% | 37.2% | 7.0% |
| Christian | 46.3% | 46.2% | 0.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hargreaves Street was 104.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.4% higher than the Blackbrook average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hargreaves Street has the 18th highest crime rate of 73 local areas in Blackbrook and the 170th highest crime rate of 606 local areas in St. Helens .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 78.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.9%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% 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 Hargreaves Street, St Helens, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2024-11-20 | £82,008 |
| 1 Hargreaves Street, St Helens, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2024-04-19 | £88,680 |
| 4 Hargreaves Street, St Helens, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £76,000 | 2023-08-16 | £84,075 |
| 24 Hargreaves Street, St Helens, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £77,500 | 2023-06-15 | £85,467 |
| 32 Hargreaves Street, St Helens, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2022-09-15 | £98,031 |
WA9 2DH area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Other | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Education | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merton Bank Primary School Roper Street , WA9 1EJ | 3out of 4 | 925 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Allanson Street Primary School Gaskell Street , Parr WA9 1PL | 3out of 4 | 969 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broad Oak Community Primary School Brunswick Street , Parr WA9 2JE | 3out of 4 | 1,137 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Mary's Catholic Primary Blackbrook Chain Lane , Blackbrook WA11 9QY | 3out of 4 | 1,207 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School Brunswick Street , Parr WA9 2JE | 3out of 4 | 1,314 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 575 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic High School Berrys Lane , Sutton WA9 3HE | 3out of 4 | 1,361 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Haydock Clipsley Lane , Haydock WA11 0JG | - not rated | 2,456 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haydock High School Clipsley Lane , Haydock WA11 0JG | 2out of 4 | 2,456 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cowley International College Hard Lane , WA10 6PN | 3out of 4 | 3,502 yd | Community 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 | 2,586 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel College Prescot Road , WA10 3AG | - not rated | 4,959 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Green School Lansbury Avenue , Parr WA9 1BU | 4out of 4 | 531 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lansbury Bridge School Lansbury Avenue , Parr WA9 1TB | 3out of 4 | 623 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pace Derbyshire Hill Road , WA9 2LH | 3out of 4 | 860 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Launchpad Centre College Street , WA10 1UH | 3out of 4 | 2,266 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Penkford School Wharf Road , WA12 9XZ | 3out of 4 | 3,420 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salvation Army | Salvation Army Hall, Tickle Avenue | 448 yd | |
| St Peter's Church | Broad Oak Road | 569 yd | |
| Park Road Cafe | Park Road Cafe, 211 Park Road | 692 yd | |
| Parr Childrens Centre | Parr Childrens Centre, Ashtons Green Drive | 715 yd | |
| Parr Sports & Community Centre | Derbyshire Hill Youth Centre, Derbyshire Hill Road | 760 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Church Inn | Church Inn, 85 Broad Oak Road | 218 yd | |
| Blackbrook Recreation & Social | Blackbrook Recreation And Social Club, Boardmans Lane | 513 yd | |
| The Horseshoe Hotel | Horseshoe Hotel, Derbyshire Hill Road | 743 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broad Oak Fish Bar | 26 Broad Oak Road | 104 yd | |
| Broad Oak Sandwich Bar | 36 Broad Oak Road | 136 yd | |
| Manor Chippy | Manor Chippy, 71 Broad Oak Road | 181 yd | |
| Gelato Royale Express | 2 Mccormack Avenue | 336 yd | |
| Vindialoo | Vindialoo, 4 Tickle Avenue | 410 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier | 58 Broad Oak Road | 244 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Gmbh, Park Road | 668 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 7-9 Ashtons Green Drive | 697 yd | |
| Go Local Extra | 108 Parr Stocks Road | 707 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blackbrook Arlfc BOARDMANS LANE | grass pitches | 488 yd |
| Lansbury Bridge School And Sports College LANSBURY BRIDGE SCHOOL LANSBURY BRIDGE SCHOOL LANSBURY AVENUE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 578 yd |
| St Augustine Of Canterbury Catholic High School BOARDMANS LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 621 yd |
| Parr Stocks Playing Fields SHERINGHAM CLOSE | grass pitches | 622 yd |
| Blackbrook Mcdonald Ave Playing Fields O'SULLIVAN CRESCENT | grass pitches | 646 yd |
| Parr Swimming Pool And Fitness Centre ASHCROFT STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 992 yd |
| Allanson Street Primary School GASKELL STREET | 1,002 yd | |
| Merton Bank Primary School ROPER STREET | grass pitches | 1,019 yd |
| Broad Oak Community Primary School BRUNSWICK STREET | grass pitches | 1,065 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 | 79.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 144.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.