Consett Road is in St. Helens and in St Helens district. WA9 5LA is located in the Thatto Heath 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 Consett Road, St. Helens, WA9 5LA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA9 5LP, WA9 5JQ, WA9 5LR, WA9 5TX, WA9 5LG, WA9 5LW, WA9 5LB, WA9 5JP, WA9 5JR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA9 5LA 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 | 53.2% | 50.4% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 46.8% | 49.6% | 2.8% | 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 vicinity of WA9 5LA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55% 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 | 15.6% | 24.7% | 9.1% | 37.9% | -13.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.2% | 55% | -8.2% | 44.2% | 10.8% |
| Separated | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 7.8% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 13.9% | 10.4% | -3.5% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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 | 41.1% | 45.7% | 4.6% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 36.2% | 4.3% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 19.4% | 12.1% | -7.3% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 4.9% | -2.3% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.7% | 26.2% | -11.5% | 18.2% | 8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 5.2% | -5.6% | 9.6% | -4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.7% | 12% | 0.3% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 8.2% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 17.6% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.5% | 27.5% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -6.3% |
| Other | 3.9% | 3.4% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.8% | 98.5% | 2.7% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 95.8% | 97.7% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 1.1% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 97.7% | 2.6% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0.4% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.4% | 13.5% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.7% | 37.2% | -16.5% |
| Christian | 74.1% | 46.2% | 27.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Consett Road was 7.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 94.0% lower than the Bold & Lea Green average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Consett Road has the 5th lowest crime rate of 116 local areas in Bold & Lea Green and the 27th lowest crime rate of 602 local areas in St. Helens .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Consett Road, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-12-20 | £250,306 |
| 34 Consett Road, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2023-07-31 | £220,447 |
| 21 Consett Road, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2022-03-01 | £231,520 |
| 36 Consett Road, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2021-11-08 | £114,555 |
| 33 Consett Road, St Helens, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £212,500 | 2021-04-26 | £287,546 |
WA9 5LA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 5LA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainhill Community Nursery Deepdale Drive , Rainhill L35 4NW | 4out of 4 | 1,812 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nutgrove Methodist Primary School Govett Road , Nutgrove WA9 5NH | - not rated | 412 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nutgrove Methodist Aided Primary School Govett Road , Nutgrove WA9 5NH | - not rated | 412 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Austin's RC Infant School Heath Street , WA9 5NJ | - not rated | 516 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Austin's Catholic Primary School Heath Street , WA9 5NJ | 3out of 4 | 516 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's CofE Primary School Scholes Lane , WA9 5PA | - not rated | 619 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grange Park Community High School Broadway , WA10 3RY | - not rated | 1,131 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadway Community High School Broadway , WA10 3RY | - not rated | 1,131 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sutton Academy Elton Head Road , WA9 5AU | 3out of 4 | 2,055 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, A Specialist Technology College Scotchbarn Lane , L35 7JD | - not rated | 2,075 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton High Sports College Elton Head Road , WA9 5AU | - not rated | 2,183 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carmel College Prescot Road , WA10 3AG | - not rated | 1,754 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helens College Water Street , WA10 1PP | - not rated | 2,970 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Widnes and Runcorn Sixth Form College Cronton Lane , WA8 5WA | - not rated | 5,113 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Briars Hey Mill Lane , Rainhill L35 6NE | - not rated | 2,889 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crossley Manor Mill Lane , Rainhill L35 6NE | - not rated | 2,889 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tower College Mill Lane , Rainhill L35 6NE | - not rated | 2,892 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Robins Lane County Infant School Robins Lane , WA9 3NF | - not rated | 2,971 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ash Meadow School Jubits Lane , St Helens WA9 4RT | - not rated | 3,043 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reeve Court Retirement Village | Reeve Court Retirement Home, Reeve Court Retirement Village, Stratton Drive | 375 yd | |
| The Sweet Retreat | 10 Elephant Lane | 616 yd | |
| Bikers Bistro | Els Bistro, Millennium Motorcycle Centre, Aspinall Place | 687 yd | |
| Thatto Heath Crusaders | Thatto Heath Crusaders Club House, Close Street | 758 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Edge Hotel | Brown Edge Hotel, 299-301 Nutgrove Road | 170 yd | |
| York Hotel | York Hotel, 96 Nutgrove Road | 298 yd | |
| The Elephant | The Elephant Hotel, 30 Elephant Lane | 622 yd | |
| Vine Tavern | 16 Elephant Lane | 622 yd | |
| Thatto Heath Labour Club | 135 Elephant Lane | 743 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buttylicious | Buttylicious, 26 Nutgrove Road | 555 yd | |
| Bamboo Garden | Bamboo Garden, 8 Nutgrove Road | 600 yd | |
| Miami Pizza | Miami Pizza, 5 Elephant Lane | 654 yd | |
| The Raj Indian Restaurant | The Raj Indian Restaurant, 7 Elephant Lane | 654 yd | |
| Chipmunk | Chipmunk, 150 Thatto Heath Road | 670 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nutgrove Mini Mart | 136 Nutgrove Road | 197 yd | |
| Thriftys | 22 Elephant Lane | 631 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Thatto Heath Crusaders Arlfc (Crusader Park) CLOSE STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 601 yd |
| St John Vianney Catholic Primary School ELTON HEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 822 yd |
| Platts Field THE BROADS | grass pitches | 977 yd |
| Eccleston Park Golf Club (Closed) ECCLESTON PARK GOLF COURSE ECCLESTON PARK GOLF COURSE ECCLESTON PARK DRIVE | golf | 1,032 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 | 222 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.