Postcode WN8 6HZ is located in a major urban area, within the Skelmersdale North ward of West Lancashire in the North West region, and forms part of the Skelmersdale Ashurst area. It has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 66.6 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. The average income per household in Skelmersdale Ashurst is £49,517 per year. The nearest station is Parbold located about 1.8 miles away. There are 6 primary and 3 secondary schools in the area.
Skelmersdale Ashurst has a high level of deprivation, ranked at position 9,247 out of 32,844 areas in the United Kingdom — placing it within the top 28% most deprived areas in England.
Skelmersdale Ashurst has a high crime rate, with approximately 66.6 reported incidents per 1,000 population each year.
Approximately 6.4% of homes on this street are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. Across the surrounding area, around 13.2% of dwellings are socially rented.
The average income per household in Skelmersdale Ashurst is £49,517 per year.
No significant noise sources from railways or roads near WN8 6HZ.
Skelmersdale Ashurst near WN8 6HZ has no flood risk (less than 0.1% chance of a flood each year) from rivers and sea.
The nearest station is Parbold located about 1.8 miles away. There are no other stations nearby.
Based on 59 recent sales, the median property price is £193,000 in Skelmersdale North area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £360,000.
Price distribution per property type (last year)
Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 18 | £304,750 |
| Flats | 1 | £93,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 25 | £180,000 |
| Terraced | 15 | £155,000 |
10 year median price trend in Skelmersdale North
In the WN8 6HZ postcode area, located within Skelmersdale Ashurst, there are 6 primary and 3 secondary schools in close proximity.
2 nearby supermarkets & convenience stores within mi of WN8 6HZ
| Distance | Name | Address | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1 mi | Morrisons Daily | 17 Lyndale, Skelmersdale, WN8 6UJ | Walking directions to Morrisons Daily |
| 0.1 mi | Ashurst Convenience Store | 25-27 Lyndale, Skelmersdale, WN8 6UJ | Walking directions to Ashurst Convenience Store |
Annual council tax rates for West Lancashire district (2025-26).
Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.