Postcode WN8 6SU 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 very high crime levels, with around 136.3 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. The average income of residents in Skelmersdale Ashurst is £41,500 per year. The nearest station is Parbold located about 2.1 miles away. There are 8 primary and 3 secondary schools in the area. There are 1 parks nearby, closest large park is Tawd Valley Park.
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 very high crime rate, with approximately 136.3 reported incidents per 1,000 residents each year.
Approximately 47.3% 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 of residents in Skelmersdale Ashurst is £41,500 per year.
Low noise level (55.0-59.9 dB) from road, approximately 216 ft away from WN8 6SU.
Skelmersdale Ashurst near WN8 6SU 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 2.1 miles away. There are no other stations nearby.
| Distance | Name | Size | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2 mi | Tawd Valley Park | Large | Walking directions to Tawd Valley Park |
Based on 65 recent sales, the median property price is £188,000 in Skelmersdale North area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £355,000.
Price distribution per property type (last year)
Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 18 | £298,500 |
| Flats | 1 | £93,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 28 | £183,000 |
| Terraced | 18 | £150,000 |
10 year median price trend in Skelmersdale North
In the WN8 6SU postcode area, located within Skelmersdale Ashurst, there are 8 primary and 3 secondary schools in close proximity.
3 nearby supermarkets & convenience stores within mi of WN8 6SU
| Distance | Name | Address | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3 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 |
| 0.5 mi | Asda | Ingram, Skelmersdale, WN8 6LU | Walking directions to Asda |
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.