The Rural North East ward in West Lancashire covers a predominantly agricultural area, characterised by open farmland, small villages, and scattered settlements. The landscape is shaped by fields, hedgerows, and quiet country lanes, with a mix of arable and livestock farming. The ward includes communities such as Halsall and Downholland, which retain a traditional rural feel with historic churches and local pubs.
Transport links include the A5147 and A59, connecting the area to Ormskirk and Southport. The ward has limited urban development, with much of the land protected under green belt policies. Local amenities are concentrated in the villages, with schools, village halls, and small businesses serving residents. The Leeds and Liverpool Canal runs through the ward, offering walking and cycling routes. The area provides a quiet, countryside setting while remaining within reach of larger towns.
On average Rural North East has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 34 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Rural North East is £50,316 per year. There are 8 schools in Rural North East: 8 primary (4 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
WN87NA
Ranleigh Drive
WN69AG
Parbold, Appley Bridge & Wrightington
WN69SA
Orchard Gardens
WN87AB
Parbold, Appley Bridge & Wrightington
WN87JJ
Alder Lane
WN87LJ
Acrefield
WN87NT
Mill Lane
WN87RA
Higher Lane
WN87TT
Sandy Lane
L403SH
Eccles Lane
WN69PZ
Robin Hood Lane
WN69RD
Boundary Lane
WN69RW
Parbold, Appley Bridge & Wrightington
WN69SD
Carr House Lane
WN69SS
Crow Orchard Road
WN87AW
Hillside Avenue
WN87DJ
Fairhurst's Drive
WN87PF
East Dene
WN87RS
Beacon Lane
WN87TN
Bradshaw Lane
WN69PN
Toogood Lane
WN69AJ
Beacon View
WN69DR
Apple Lane
WN69RF
Parbold, Appley Bridge & Wrightington
WN69SQ
Parbold, Appley Bridge & Wrightington
WN87DS
The Common
WN87HT
Parbold, Appley Bridge & Wrightington
WN87PE
Bankside
WN87PH
Northdene
WN87UT
Deans Lane
WN69PX
Harrock Lane
WN69HF
Apple Hey
WN69LN
Dawber Delph
WN69RZ
Parbold, Appley Bridge & Wrightington
WN87DN
The Green
WN87JH
Alder Lane
WN87NS
Beech Avenue
WN87SE
Beacon Lane
L403SZ
Back Lane
WN69BE
Apple Lane
WN69SR
Orchard Gardens
WN87HR
Croasdale Drive
WN69DL
Stonecrop
WN69EL
Hall Lane
WN69RP
Manse Avenue
WN87AR
Beechfield
WN87DP
Fairhurst's Drive
WN87ND
Cobb's Brow Lane
WN87PG
West Dene
WN87RH
Dungeon Lane
WN87RJ
Hillock Lane
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2025.