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Skelmersdale South East

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About

Skelmersdale South East is a residential area in West Lancashire, known for its mix of housing types, including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and modern developments. The area is served by local amenities such as schools, shops, and parks, catering to the needs of its residents. Public transport links provide connections to nearby towns and Liverpool, making it a practical location for commuters.

The landscape features green spaces like Digmoor Park, offering recreational opportunities for walking and outdoor activities. The area has a community-focused atmosphere, with local events and facilities fostering a sense of belonging. Skelmersdale South East balances suburban living with accessibility to larger urban centres, making it a functional and settled part of West Lancashire.

Area overview

On average Skelmersdale South East has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 124 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 37.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Skelmersdale South East is £31,600 per year. There are 6 schools in Skelmersdale South East: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
124
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
37%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Skelmersdale South East Population
7,306
Population density
4,777.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,083
83.29%
Other White
900
12.32%
Other
40
0.55%
Irish
37
0.51%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
37
0.51%
Total population: 7,303

Housing

Housing tenure

Social rents from council
1,024
32.96%
Owns with a mortgage
629
20.24%
Private landlord or letting agency
608
19.57%
Owns outright
598
19.25%
Other social rented
162
5.21%
Total households: 3,107

Property prices in Skelmersdale South East

Based on 49 recent sales, the median property price is £107,500 in Skelmersdale South East area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £255,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Skelmersdale South East 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 Skelmersdale South East over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached4£220,000
Flats2£92,805
Semi-Detached8£132,500
Terraced35£105,000

10 years median price trend in Skelmersdale South East

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Skelmersdale South East.

All postcodes in Skelmersdale South East

WN89ED

Barnfield Drive

WN89HR

Clay Brow Road

WN89NA

Skelmersdale South East

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.