Kestrel Park is in Skelmersdale and in West Lancashire district. WN8 6TB is located in the Skelmersdale North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Lancashire. This postcode has been in use since 1985-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kestrel Park, Skelmersdale, WN8 6TB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN8 6TA, WN8 6TD, WN8 6XW, WN8 6UA, WN8 6XS, WN8 7SH, WN8 6HF, WN8 6TT, WN8 6TR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WN8 6TB has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 51.9% | 48.7% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 48.1% | 51.3% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 WN8 6TB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.2% 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 | 30.8% | 31.2% | 0.4% | 37.9% | -6.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.6% | 60.2% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 16.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 4.1% | 3.6% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -5.5% |
| Widowed | 2.2% | 3% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 59.7% | 54.5% | -5.2% | 48.4% | 6.1% |
| Good health | 27.8% | 31.4% | 3.6% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 9.7% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 | 14.3% | 11.1% | -3.2% | 18.2% | -7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 10% | -2.7% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.4% | 16.6% | -5.8% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 6.4% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.2% | 23.8% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.2% | 31.3% | 2.1% | 33.8% | -2.5% |
| Other | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.8% | 98.8% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 97.6% 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% | 97.6% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| 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 | 96.8% | 97.6% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.1% | 76.7% | 16.4% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 5.9% | 13.5% | -7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.6% | 37.2% | -3.6% |
| Christian | 64.9% | 46.2% | 18.7% |
| Not answered | 1.4% | 6.0% | -4.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kestrel Park was 37.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.3% lower than the Old Skelmersdale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kestrel Park has the 10th lowest crime rate of 69 local areas in Old Skelmersdale and the 125th lowest crime rate of 328 local areas in West Lancashire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76 Kestrel Park, Skelmersdale, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2024-12-12 | £202,500 |
| 122 Kestrel Park, Skelmersdale, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £294,000 | 2024-10-25 | £295,302 |
| 4 Kestrel Park, Skelmersdale, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £306,000 | 2024-09-17 | £312,054 |
| 98 Kestrel Park, Skelmersdale, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-05-10 | £331,642 |
| 64 Kestrel Park, Skelmersdale, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2023-11-03 | £227,426 |
WN8 6TB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 149 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Education | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St James' Catholic Primary School, Skelmersdale Ashurst Road , Ashurst WN8 6TN | 3out of 4 | 290 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dalton St Michael's Church of England Primary School Higher Lane , Dalton WN8 7RP | 3out of 4 | 600 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Community Primary School Heathgate , Birch Green WN8 6QH | 3out of 4 | 939 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cobbs Brow School Manfield , Ashurst WN8 6SU | 4out of 4 | 1,128 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Primary School, Skelmersdale Flamstead , Birch Green WN8 6PF | 3out of 4 | 1,495 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Engineering College Glenburn Road , WN8 6JW | 3out of 4 | 1,672 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lathom High School : A Technology College Glenburn Road , WN8 6JN | 2out of 4 | 1,716 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John Rigby RC Sixth Form College Gathurst Road , Orrell WN5 0LJ | - not rated | 5,256 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,235 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 | 1,758 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Learn 4 Life School Quarry Bank Community Centre, 364 Ormskirk Road , WN8 9AL | - not rated | 2,547 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsbury Primary Special School School Lane , Chapel House WN8 8EH | 4out of 4 | 2,892 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Lancashire Community High School School Lane , Chapel House WN8 8EH | 3out of 4 | 2,892 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope High School Carfield , Clay Brow WN8 9DP | 3out of 4 | 3,698 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dee's Deli | 23 Lyndale, Skelmersdale | 441 yd | |
| Cafe Seven with Winners not Sinners | 7 Lyndale, Skelmersdale | 441 yd | |
| Children And Parenting Support Services Centre | Fairlie, Birch Green | 714 yd | |
| Maharishi Golden Dome | Woodley Park Road, Skelmersdale | 715 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ashurst Fish & Chips | 19 Lyndale, Skelmersdale | 441 yd | |
| Pizza Delight | 5 Lyndale, Skelmersdale | 441 yd | |
| The Golden Fry | Unit 2, Fairstead Court | 680 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 50.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.