Egerton is in Skelmersdale and in West Lancashire district. WN8 6AD is located in the Tanhouse & Skelmersdale Town Centre electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Lancashire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Egerton, Skelmersdale, WN8 6AD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN8 6AQ, WN8 6AE, WN8 6AG, WN8 6AH, WN8 6AF, WN8 6AA, WN8 6AJ, WN8 6BG, WN8 6DU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WN8 6AD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 52.4% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 49.1% | 47.6% | -1.5% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around WN8 6AD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.7% 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 | 48.8% | 54.7% | 5.9% | 37.9% | 16.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.5% | 26.3% | -2.2% | 44.2% | -17.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 3.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 11.5% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 2.9% | -3.2% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
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 | 40.7% | 41.5% | 0.8% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 34.8% | -2.3% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 17.8% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 4.7% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.1% | -1.0% | 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.
In the area around WN8 6AD this area, 28.2% 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 12.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.7% | 28.2% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 10.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.9% | 16.7% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 7.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 19.2% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 5.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 4.5% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 16.7% | 6.1% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 4.9% | 12.2% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -21.6% |
| Other | 6.1% | 2.4% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 98.8% | 97.8% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 91.9% | 93.3% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 8.1% | 5.3% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.6% | 93.9% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 4.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63% | 76.7% | -13.7% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 3.9% | 1.5% | 2.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 31.5% | 13.5% | 18.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.8% | 37.2% | 13.6% |
| Christian | 43.6% | 46.2% | -2.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Egerton was 267.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 131.0% higher than the Skelmersdale South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Egerton has the 5th highest crime rate of 34 local areas in Skelmersdale South and the 12th highest crime rate of 323 local areas in West Lancashire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 124.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 74.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Egerton, Skelmersdale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2025-07-11 | £137,962 |
| 68 Egerton, Skelmersdale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2022-10-19 | £90,087 |
| 14 Egerton, Skelmersdale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £77,500 | 2021-07-27 | £97,908 |
| 102 Egerton, Skelmersdale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2019-08-01 | £89,732 |
| 78 Egerton, Skelmersdale, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2015-12-21 | £99,720 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Retired | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mark's Catholic Primary School, Skelmersdale Eavesdale , WN8 6BA | - not rated | 322 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Community Primary School Egerton , Tanhouse WN8 6DE | 3out of 4 | 323 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's Catholic Primary School, Skelmersdale Blakehall , WN8 9AZ | - not rated | 578 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's RC Infant School Blakehall , WN8 9AZ | - not rated | 578 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holland Moor Primary School Cornbrook , WN8 9AG | 3out of 4 | 638 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Richard's RC High School Tanhouse Road , WN8 6BA | - not rated | 322 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Bank High School Yewdale , Southway WN8 6JA | - not rated | 1,480 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenburn Sports College Yewdale , Southway WN8 6JB | - not rated | 1,580 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tawd Vale High School Glenburn Road , WN8 6JN | - not rated | 3,162 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lathom High School : A Technology College Glenburn Road , WN8 6JN | 3out of 4 | 3,162 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skelmersdale College Westbank Campus , Yewdale WN8 6JA | - not rated | 1,480 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Lancashire College College Way , WN8 6DX | - not rated | 1,900 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Rigby RC Sixth Form College Gathurst Road , Orrell WN5 0LJ | - not rated | 4,344 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winstanley College Winstanley Road , Billinge WN5 7XF | - not rated | 4,711 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maharishi Free School Cobbs Brow Lane , Lathom L40 6JJ | - not rated | 3,502 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elm Tree Community Primary School Elmers Wood Road , Tanhouse WN8 6SA | 4out of 4 | 696 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope High School Carfield , Clay Brow WN8 9DP | 3out of 4 | 1,303 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Black Moss School School Lane , Chapel House WN8 8EH | - not rated | 3,387 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashurst School School Lane , WN8 8EH | - not rated | 3,387 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsbury School School Lane , Chapel House WN8 8EH | - not rated | 3,458 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inclusion Café | Tanhouse Community Centre, Ennerdale | 313 yd | |
| The Butty Shop | Unit 1, Talbot Court | 444 yd | |
| Christ the Servant Pop In | Christ The Servant Church, Back Lane | 926 yd | |
| The Red Dragon | 64-66 Birkrig, Digmoor | 1,090 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Elmridge Arms | 1 Elmridge, Tanhouse | 422 yd | |
| Up Holland Labour Club | 338 Ormskirk Road, Skelmersdale | 481 yd | |
| The Polaris | 2A Blakehall, Skelmersdale | 567 yd | |
| The Buffs Community Club | Quarry Bank Social Club, Ormskirk Road | 660 yd | |
| Hare And Hounds | 242 Ormskirk Road, Skelmersdale | 745 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Cod on the Block | 240 Egerton, Tanhouse | 154 yd | |
| Deers Thai Kitchen | Tanhouse Community Centre, Ennerdale | 313 yd | |
| Amigo's | The Highwayman, 211 Blythewood | 657 yd | |
| Lennys' Noodles & Chinese Takeaway | The Highwayman, 211 Blythewood | 657 yd | |
| Mama Pasta & Treats | The Highwayman, 211 Blythewood | 657 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Francis Of Assisi Rc Primary School BLAKEHALL | grass pitches | 539 yd |
| Holland Moor Primary School CORNBROOK | grass pitches | 650 yd |
| Moorside Academy BACK LANE | grass pitches | 812 yd |
| Bishop Martin Ce Primary School BIRKRIG | grass pitches | 931 yd |
| Skelmersdale Sports Centre (Closed) Digmoor Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 997 yd |
| St John'S Catholic Primary School (Skelmersdale) FLAMSTEAD | grass pitches | 1,067 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 | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 44.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 76.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 83.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160.02 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160.02 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.04 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.