Clock Face Road is in Clock Face, St Helens and in St Helens district. WA9 4LA is located in the Sutton South East 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 Clock Face Road, Clock Face, St Helens, WA9 4LA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA9 4JZ, WA9 4DB, WA9 4DA, WA9 4EX, WA9 4EU, WA9 4EY, WA9 4TP, WA9 4TS, WA9 4NL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA9 4LA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 50.6% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 49.3% | 49.4% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of WA9 4LA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.2% | 32.2% | 8.0% | 37.9% | -5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.1% | 51.5% | -9.6% | 44.2% | 7.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 7% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 7.8% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 38.1% | 42.8% | 4.7% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 31.8% | -4.3% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 17.9% | 18.6% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 5.9% |
| Bad health | 6% | 5.7% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 19.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.6% | 21.2% | -9.4% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.3% | 15% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 14.7% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 7.3% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 19.4% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.7% | 19.8% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -14.0% |
| Other | 4% | 2.6% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.3% | 100% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 99.1% 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 | 99.3% | 99.1% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 99.1% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.6% | 76.7% | 6.9% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.4% | 13.5% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.9% | 37.2% | -12.3% |
| Christian | 69.5% | 46.2% | 23.3% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clock Face Road was 25.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.4% lower than the Bold & Lea Green average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Clock Face Road has the 20th lowest crime rate of 117 local areas in Bold & Lea Green and the 121st lowest crime rate of 606 local areas in St. Helens .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -2.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Clock Face Road, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2024-11-01 | £126,691 |
| 4 Clock Face Road, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2021-08-13 | £195,903 |
| 10 Clock Face Road, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £66,200 | 2014-12-12 | £116,232 |
The percentage of retired residents living in WA9 4LA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Retired | 92 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainhill Community Nursery Deepdale Drive , Rainhill L35 4NW | 4out of 4 | 2,585 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherdley Primary School Mill Lane , Sutton WA9 4HA | 3out of 4 | 500 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eaves Primary School Eaves Lane , Marshalls Cross WA9 3UB | 3out of 4 | 612 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Tree Primary School Willow Tree Avenue , Leach Lane WA9 4LZ | 3out of 4 | 964 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Theresa's Catholic Primary School Cannon Street , WA9 4XU | 4out of 4 | 1,069 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School Monastery Lane , Sutton WA9 3SP | 2out of 4 | 1,436 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sutton Academy Elton Head Road , WA9 5AU | 2out of 4 | 460 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainhill High School Warrington Road , Rainhill L35 6NY | 3out of 4 | 2,708 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic High School Berrys Lane , Sutton WA9 3HE | 3out of 4 | 2,809 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic High School Boardmans Lane , Blackbrook WA11 9BB | 1out of 4 | 4,275 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic Academy Cumber Lane , Whiston L35 2XG | - not rated | 4,354 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 3,476 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel College Prescot Road , WA10 3AG | - not rated | 3,950 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tower College Mill Lane , Rainhill L35 6NE | - not rated | 3,378 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lansbury Bridge School Lansbury Avenue , Parr WA9 1TB | 3out of 4 | 3,386 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Green School Lansbury Avenue , Parr WA9 1BU | 4out of 4 | 3,394 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pace Derbyshire Hill Road , WA9 2LH | 3out of 4 | 3,878 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Launchpad Centre College Street , WA10 1UH | 3out of 4 | 3,884 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Algrante's Coffee Shop | 10 Four Acre Lane Shopping Centre, Four Acre Lane | 648 yd | |
| MITIE Clean Environments | Tesco Stores Ltd, Four Acre Lane Shopping Centre, Four Acre Lane | 666 yd | |
| Kenny's Kafe | Sidac Football Ground, Sherdley Park, The Score | 854 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bull and Dog | The Bull And Dog Hotel, 2 Clock Face Road | 136 yd | |
| The Millhouse | The Millhouse, 172 Mill Lane | 519 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf | Wheatsheaf Hotel, Mill Lane | 993 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 278 Mill Lane | 141 yd | |
| Sea Breeze Fish Bar | Sea Breeze Fish Bar, 235 Mill Lane | 213 yd | |
| Continents pizza | 9 Four Acre Lane Shopping Centre, Four Acre Lane | 666 yd | |
| Golden Fish Supper Bar | Golden Fish And Chips, 11 Four Acre Lane Shopping Centre, Four Acre Lane | 666 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi, 107 Clock Face Road | 512 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sutton Leisure Centre ELTON HEAD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, squash courts, swimming pool | 514 yd |
| Sutton Cricket Club NEW STREET | grass pitches | 802 yd |
| Sherdley Park Playing Fields ELTON HEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 925 yd |
| St Theresa'S Catholic Primary School CANNON STREET | grass pitches | 992 yd |
| Sidac Sports (Closed) BUDE AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,049 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 | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| 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.