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About

Billinge is a residential area situated on the western edge of the St. Helens borough, characterised by its elevated position atop Billinge Hill. The landscape is defined by a mix of suburban housing, local shops, and pockets of farmland, with the prominent Billinge Beacon serving as a key landmark. This structure, a stone-built tower, offers extensive views across Merseyside and Lancashire from one of the highest natural points in the region.

The area maintains a distinct village-like community separate from the main urban centre of St. Helens. Local facilities are centred around the main roads, with several schools, pubs, and small businesses serving residents. The surrounding open land, including parts of the historic Billinge Lump, provides accessible green space for walking and recreation, contrasting with the more industrial heritage found elsewhere in the borough.

Area overview

On average Billinge has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 31 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Billinge is £43,094 per year. There are 4 schools in Billinge: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Billinge is home to around 5,835 people, with a population density of about 793.9 per km2.

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
31
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
8.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Billinge Population
5,835
Population density
793.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
14.91(-60%)
Anti-social behaviour
4.8(-73%)
Public order
3.43(-66%)
Criminal damage and arson
2.91(-68%)
Other theft
2.74(-58%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,663
97.05%
Irish
35
0.6%
Other White
29
0.5%
White and Asian (mixed)
23
0.39%
White and Black African (mixed)
13
0.22%
Total population: 5,835

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,554
30.67%
Level 3 (A level)
925
18.26%
No qualifications
911
17.98%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
679
13.4%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
435
8.58%
Total 16+ residents: 5,067

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,398
54.14%
Owns with a mortgage
774
29.98%
Other social rented
165
6.39%
Private landlord or letting agency
137
5.31%
Social rents from council
72
2.79%
Total households: 2,582

Property prices in Billinge

Based on 65 recent sales, the median property price is £240,000 in Billinge area, with individual transactions ranging from £160,000 up to £514,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Billinge in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Billinge over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Semi-Detached45£235,000
Terraced6£228,500
Detached14£341,500

10 years median price trend in Billinge

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Billinge.

All postcodes in Billinge

WN57LL

Royden Crescent

WN57QR

Lime Vale Road

WN57JA

Upholland Road

WN57RX

Powell Drive

WN57QQ

Lilac Grove

WN57LE

Windsor Road

WN57QG

Beulah Avenue

WN57TX

Carr Mill Road

WN57NG

Main Street

WN57NY

Gorsey Brow Close

WN57TE

Ashfield Crescent

WN57BW

Birchley Road

WN57LA

Newton Road

WN57QZ

Delph Meadow Gardens

WN57PE

Main Street

WN57NZ

Fair View

WN57TA

Newton Road

WN57SD

Brownheath Avenue

WN57PF

Rainford Road

WN57QE

Coronation Walk

WN57PX

Larch Close

WN57UD

Danesbury Close

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.