Ilfracombe Road is in Sutton Leach, St. Helens and in St Helens district. WA9 4NN 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 Ilfracombe Road, Sutton Leach, St. Helens, WA9 4NN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA9 4PF, WA9 4PE, WA9 4NH, WA9 4NQ, WA9 4NB, WA9 4NL, WA9 4PG, WA9 4NG, WA9 4ND.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WA9 4NN has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% of residents 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 | 48% | 48.5% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 52% | 51.5% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of WA9 4NN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.9% 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 | 27.7% | 25% | -2.7% | 37.9% | -12.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.4% | 52.9% | -4.5% | 44.2% | 8.7% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 8.8% | 2.5% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 11.7% | 4.3% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
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 | 39.5% | 41.4% | 1.9% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 37.7% | 1.0% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 14.6% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 4.5% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 4NN this area, 28.5% 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 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.9% | 28.5% | -0.4% | 18.2% | 10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 9.6% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 12.1% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 8.4% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 14.6% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.8% | 22.2% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 3.9% | 4.6% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 100% | 98.9% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 98% | 98.1% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 98.1% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.3% | 76.7% | 6.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.3% | 13.5% | 2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.9% | 37.2% | -16.3% |
| Christian | 73.5% | 46.2% | 27.3% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ilfracombe Road was 18.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.8% lower than the Bold & Lea Green average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ilfracombe Road has the 16th lowest crime rate of 117 local areas in Bold & Lea Green and the 81st lowest crime rate of 606 local areas in St. Helens .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 45.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53 Ilfracombe Road, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2025-03-31 | £132,623 |
| 137 Ilfracombe Road, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2023-12-21 | £144,400 |
| 67 Ilfracombe Road, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2023-12-11 | £152,000 |
| 113 Ilfracombe Road, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £114,000 | 2023-11-29 | £122,645 |
| 63 Ilfracombe Road, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-07-29 | £193,455 |
WA9 4NN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 WA9 4NN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 89 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainhill Community Nursery Deepdale Drive , Rainhill L35 4NW | 4out of 4 | 2,927 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 | 355 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Tree Primary School Willow Tree Avenue , Leach Lane WA9 4LZ | 3out of 4 | 545 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eaves Primary School Eaves Lane , Marshalls Cross WA9 3UB | 3out of 4 | 712 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Theresa's Catholic Primary School Cannon Street , WA9 4XU | 4out of 4 | 939 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School Monastery Lane , Sutton WA9 3SP | 2out of 4 | 1,185 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 | 921 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic High School Berrys Lane , Sutton WA9 3HE | 3out of 4 | 2,674 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainhill High School Warrington Road , Rainhill L35 6NY | 3out of 4 | 2,979 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic High School Boardmans Lane , Blackbrook WA11 9BB | 1out of 4 | 4,294 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic Academy Cumber Lane , Whiston L35 2XG | - not rated | 4,750 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 | 3,772 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carmel College Prescot Road , WA10 3AG | - not rated | 4,397 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lansbury Bridge School Lansbury Avenue , Parr WA9 1TB | 3out of 4 | 3,318 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Green School Lansbury Avenue , Parr WA9 1BU | 4out of 4 | 3,340 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tower College Mill Lane , Rainhill L35 6NE | - not rated | 3,628 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pace Derbyshire Hill Road , WA9 2LH | 3out of 4 | 3,767 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Launchpad Centre College Street , WA10 1UH | 3out of 4 | 4,133 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 | 673 yd | |
| MITIE Clean Environments | Tesco Stores Ltd, Four Acre Lane Shopping Centre, Four Acre Lane | 701 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Millhouse | The Millhouse, 172 Mill Lane | 312 yd | |
| Bull and Dog | The Bull And Dog Hotel, 2 Clock Face Road | 568 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf | Wheatsheaf Hotel, Mill Lane | 690 yd | |
| Clock Face Hotel | 408 Clock Face Road | 884 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Breeze Fish Bar | Sea Breeze Fish Bar, 235 Mill Lane | 328 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 278 Mill Lane | 489 yd | |
| Continents pizza | 9 Four Acre Lane Shopping Centre, Four Acre Lane | 701 yd | |
| Golden Fish Supper Bar | Golden Fish And Chips, 11 Four Acre Lane Shopping Centre, Four Acre Lane | 701 yd | |
| Wong's Fish And Chips | Wongs Takeaway, 72 Gartons Lane | 809 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi, 107 Clock Face Road | 301 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sidac Sports (Closed) BUDE AVENUE | grass pitches | 673 yd |
| Sutton Cricket Club NEW STREET | grass pitches | 882 yd |
| St Theresa'S Catholic Primary School CANNON STREET | grass pitches | 925 yd |
| Sutton Leisure Centre ELTON HEAD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, squash courts, swimming pool | 952 yd |
| Clockface Miners Welfare And Recreation Club Crawford Street | grass pitches | 994 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 189.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.