Cornbrook is in Skelmersdale and in West Lancashire district. WN8 9AQ is located in the Skelmersdale South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Lancashire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cornbrook, Skelmersdale, WN8 9AQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN8 9AF, WN8 9AG, WN8 9EB, WN8 9AA, WN8 9ED, WN8 9EA, WN8 9AH, WN8 9AE, WN8 0AA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WN8 9AQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 54% | 49.2% | -4.8% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 46% | 50.8% | 4.8% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 | 37.1% | 36.6% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.5% | 43.6% | 4.1% | 44.2% | -0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 4% | 3.9% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 7.8% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 7% | -3.1% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 38.1% | 45% | 6.9% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 33.1% | -5.6% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 16.6% | 16.1% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 4.5% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 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.
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 18.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.7% | 21.1% | -11.6% | 18.2% | 2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 15.6% | 2.3% | 9.6% | 6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 15.2% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 4.7% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 20.3% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.1% | 18.8% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -15.0% |
| Other | 6.5% | 4.3% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.4% | 99.7% | 2.3% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
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 | 96.4% | 96.8% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 3.2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 97.1% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.3% | 76.7% | 5.6% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 15.8% | 13.5% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.1% | 37.2% | 9.9% |
| Christian | 47.8% | 46.2% | 1.6% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cornbrook was 65.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.3% lower than the Skelmersdale South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cornbrook has the 10th lowest crime rate of 34 local areas in Skelmersdale South and the 125th highest crime rate of 323 local areas in West Lancashire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84 Cornbrook, Skelmersdale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2024-06-28 | £159,484 |
| 40 Cornbrook, Skelmersdale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2023-02-17 | £169,361 |
| 36 Cornbrook, Skelmersdale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £144,000 | 2022-08-05 | £168,363 |
| 34 Cornbrook, Skelmersdale, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2022-07-15 | £136,070 |
| 80 Cornbrook, Skelmersdale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2022-07-15 | £201,810 |
WN8 9AQ 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 | 100 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holland Moor Primary School Cornbrook , WN8 9AG | 3out of 4 | 145 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorside Community Primary School Back Lane , Holland Moor WN8 9EA | - not rated | 305 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorside Community Primary Academy School Back Lane , Holland Moor WN8 9EA | 3out of 4 | 305 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Catholic Primary School, Skelmersdale Eavesdale , WN8 6BA | - not rated | 484 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's RC Infant School Carfield , Clay Brow WN8 9DP | - not rated | 817 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | 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 | 484 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Bank High School Yewdale , Southway WN8 6JA | - not rated | 2,153 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenburn Sports College Yewdale , Southway WN8 6JB | - not rated | 2,264 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Up Holland High School Sandbrook Road , Orrell WN5 7AL | 3out of 4 | 2,626 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Up Holland High School Sandbrook Road , Orrell WN5 7AL | - not rated | 2,626 yd | Community 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 | 2,153 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Lancashire College College Way , WN8 6DX | - not rated | 2,651 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winstanley College Winstanley Road , Billinge WN5 7XF | - not rated | 3,946 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Rigby RC Sixth Form College Gathurst Road , Orrell WN5 0LJ | - not rated | 3,967 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 | 4,256 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hope High School Carfield , Clay Brow WN8 9DP | 3out of 4 | 801 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Tree Community Primary School Elmers Wood Road , Tanhouse WN8 6SA | 4out of 4 | 1,365 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Black Moss School School Lane , Chapel House WN8 8EH | - not rated | 4,072 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashurst School School Lane , WN8 8EH | - not rated | 4,072 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsbury School School Lane , Chapel House WN8 8EH | - not rated | 4,146 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Butty Shop | Unit 1, Talbot Court | 658 yd | |
| Christ the Servant Pop In | Christ The Servant Church, Back Lane | 699 yd | |
| The Red Dragon | 64-66 Birkrig, Digmoor | 858 yd | |
| Inclusion Café | Tanhouse Community Centre, Ennerdale | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hare And Hounds | 242 Ormskirk Road, Skelmersdale | 201 yd | |
| The Plough And Harrow | 174 Ormskirk Road, Up Holland | 284 yd | |
| Up Holland Labour Club | 338 Ormskirk Road, Skelmersdale | 582 yd | |
| The Polaris | 2A Blakehall, Skelmersdale | 855 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Digmoor Fish Bar | 65 Birleywood, Digmoor | 819 yd | |
| Pizza Hot | 70 Birkrig, Digmoor | 858 yd | |
| The New Cod on the Block | 240 Egerton, Tanhouse | 884 yd | |
| Deers Thai Kitchen | Tanhouse Community Centre, Ennerdale | 1,086 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Holland Moor Primary School CORNBROOK | grass pitches | 138 yd |
| Moorside Academy BACK LANE | grass pitches | 291 yd |
| Chequer Lane Playing Field CHEQUER LANE | grass pitches | 652 yd |
| Hope High School CARFIELD | grass pitches | 773 yd |
| Bishop Martin Ce Primary School BIRKRIG | grass pitches | 884 yd |
| St Francis Of Assisi Rc Primary School BLAKEHALL | grass pitches | 901 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 65.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 65.9 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.