Postcode WN8 6RF 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 Central area. It has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 63.0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. The average income per household in Skelmersdale Central is £35,793 per year. The nearest station is Parbold located about 2.3 miles away. There are 8 primary and 2 secondary schools in the area. There are 1 parks nearby, closest small park is Skelmersdale Henge Park.
Skelmersdale Central has a very high level of deprivation, ranked at position 5,139 out of 32,844 areas in the United Kingdom — placing it within the top 16% most deprived areas in England.
Skelmersdale Central has a moderate crime rate, with approximately 63.0 reported incidents per 1,000 population each year.
Approximately 37.1% of homes on this street are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. Across the surrounding area, around 33.2% of dwellings are socially rented.
The average income per household in Skelmersdale Central is £35,793 per year.
No significant noise sources from railways or roads near WN8 6RF.
Skelmersdale Central near WN8 6RF 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 2.3 miles away. There are no other stations nearby.
| Distance | Name | Size | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1 mi | Skelmersdale Henge Park | Small | Walking directions to Skelmersdale Henge Park |
Based on 69 recent sales, the median property price is £195,000 in Skelmersdale North area, with individual transactions ranging from £57,500 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 | 20 | £297,500 |
| Flats | 4 | £80,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 29 | £186,000 |
| Terraced | 16 | £156,500 |
10 year median price trend in Skelmersdale North
In the WN8 6RF postcode area, located within Skelmersdale Central, there are 8 primary and 2 secondary schools in close proximity.
3 nearby supermarkets & convenience stores within mi of WN8 6RF
| Distance | Name | Address | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.4 mi | Ashurst Convenience Store | 25-27 Lyndale, Skelmersdale, WN8 6UJ | Walking directions to Ashurst Convenience Store |
| 0.4 mi | Morrisons Daily | 17 Lyndale, Skelmersdale, WN8 6UJ | Walking directions to Morrisons Daily |
| 0.4 mi | Asda | Ingram, Skelmersdale, WN8 6LU | Walking directions to Asda |
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.
Elected local representatives for WN8 6RF, including ward councillors and the local member of parliament.
Lizzie Urquhart
Skelmersdale North - Elected 7 May 2026
Ashley Dalton
West Lancashire - Elected 4 Jul 2024
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.