Samuel Street is in St. Helens and in St Helens district. WA9 5LU 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 Samuel Street, St. Helens, WA9 5LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA9 5JH, WA9 5JL, WA9 5LX, WA9 5LT, WA9 5JJ, WA9 5NH, WA9 5JN, WA9 5PY, WA9 5LY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WA9 5LU has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 43.8% | 49% | 5.2% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 56.2% | 51% | -5.2% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.4% | 34% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.3% | 36.7% | -5.6% | 44.2% | -7.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 4.2% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 15.8% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 6.7% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 8.4% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 34.8% | 35.5% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -12.9% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 38.6% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 5.0% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 16.7% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 9.8% | 5.6% | -4.2% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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 5LU this area, 32.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34% | 32.2% | -1.8% | 18.2% | 14.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 9.3% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 15.4% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.1% | 5.1% | -2.0% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 14% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 17% | 23.8% | 6.8% | 33.8% | -10.0% |
| Other | 4.6% | 0% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.6% | 99.6% | 5.0% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Arab | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 97.5% | 96.8% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 96.8% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.9% | 76.7% | 1.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.6% | 13.5% | 5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.4% | 37.2% | -4.8% |
| Christian | 60.5% | 46.2% | 14.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Samuel Street was 61.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.5% lower than the Bold & Lea Green average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Samuel Street has the 49th lowest crime rate of 116 local areas in Bold & Lea Green and the 283rd lowest crime rate of 602 local areas in St. Helens .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Samuel Street, St Helens, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2024-07-15 | £77,569 |
| 19 Samuel Street, St Helens, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2021-10-08 | £133,007 |
| 21 Samuel Street, St Helens, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £98,000 | 2021-06-30 | £128,331 |
| 23 Samuel Street, St Helens, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2021-06-18 | £85,117 |
| 25 Samuel Street, St Helens, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2015-09-11 | £54,845 |
WA9 5LU 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainhill Community Nursery Deepdale Drive , Rainhill L35 4NW | 4out of 4 | 2,071 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 | 152 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nutgrove Methodist Aided Primary School Govett Road , Nutgrove WA9 5NH | - not rated | 152 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Austin's RC Infant School Heath Street , WA9 5NJ | - not rated | 263 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Austin's Catholic Primary School Heath Street , WA9 5NJ | 3out of 4 | 263 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's CofE Primary School Scholes Lane , WA9 5PA | - not rated | 354 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 | 881 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadway Community High School Broadway , WA10 3RY | - not rated | 881 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, A Specialist Technology College Scotchbarn Lane , L35 7JD | - not rated | 2,078 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sutton Academy Elton Head Road , WA9 5AU | 3out of 4 | 2,206 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton High Sports College Elton Head Road , WA9 5AU | - not rated | 2,311 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 | 1,495 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helens College Water Street , WA10 1PP | - not rated | 2,787 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Widnes and Runcorn Sixth Form College Cronton Lane , WA8 5WA | - not rated | 5,375 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robins Lane County Infant School Robins Lane , WA9 3NF | - not rated | 2,993 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Briars Hey Mill Lane , Rainhill L35 6NE | - not rated | 3,138 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crossley Manor Mill Lane , Rainhill L35 6NE | - not rated | 3,138 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tower College Mill Lane , Rainhill L35 6NE | - not rated | 3,143 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ash Meadow School Jubits Lane , St Helens WA9 4RT | - not rated | 3,260 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sweet Retreat | 10 Elephant Lane | 390 yd | |
| Bikers Bistro | Els Bistro, Millennium Motorcycle Centre, Aspinall Place | 441 yd | |
| Reeve Court Retirement Village | Reeve Court Retirement Home, Reeve Court Retirement Village, Stratton Drive | 590 yd | |
| Thatto Heath Crusaders | Thatto Heath Crusaders Club House, Close Street | 799 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| York Hotel | York Hotel, 96 Nutgrove Road | 66 yd | |
| Brown Edge Hotel | Brown Edge Hotel, 299-301 Nutgrove Road | 270 yd | |
| Vine Tavern | 16 Elephant Lane | 404 yd | |
| The Elephant | The Elephant Hotel, 30 Elephant Lane | 418 yd | |
| Thatto Heath Labour Club | 135 Elephant Lane | 645 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buttylicious | Buttylicious, 26 Nutgrove Road | 317 yd | |
| Bamboo Garden | Bamboo Garden, 8 Nutgrove Road | 359 yd | |
| Chipmunk | Chipmunk, 150 Thatto Heath Road | 426 yd | |
| Miami Pizza | Miami Pizza, 5 Elephant Lane | 439 yd | |
| The Raj Indian Restaurant | The Raj Indian Restaurant, 7 Elephant Lane | 439 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nutgrove Mini Mart | 136 Nutgrove Road | 114 yd | |
| Thriftys | 22 Elephant Lane | 425 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Thatto Heath Crusaders Arlfc (Crusader Park) CLOSE STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 655 yd |
| Cowley Language College (Closed) Broadway | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 881 yd |
| Broadway Leisure Centre (Closed) Broadway | 931 yd | |
| Portico Vine Arlfc The Scholes | grass pitches | 934 yd |
| Broadway Badminton Centre BROADWAY | 940 yd | |
| St John Vianney Catholic Primary School ELTON HEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,017 yd |
| Thatto Heath Kgv Playing Fields Broadway | grass pitches | 1,048 yd |
| Eccleston Park Golf Club (Closed) ECCLESTON PARK GOLF COURSE ECCLESTON PARK GOLF COURSE ECCLESTON PARK DRIVE | golf | 1,072 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 | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| 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 | 89.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 151.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.