Postcode WN8 9JN is located in a major urban area, within the Skelmersdale South ward of West Lancashire in the North West region , and forms part of the Skelmersdale East area. It has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 77.7 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. The average income of residents in Skelmersdale East is £38,200 per year. The nearest station is Upholland located about 1.6 miles away. There are 9 primary and no secondary schools in the area. There are 1 parks nearby, closest large park is Tawd Valley Park.
Skelmersdale East has a high level of deprivation, ranked at position 10,229 out of 32,844 areas in the United Kingdom — placing it within the top 31% most deprived areas in England.
Skelmersdale East has a moderate crime rate, with approximately 77.7 reported incidents per 1,000 residents each year.
Approximately 1.8% of homes on this street are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. Across the surrounding area, around 30.5% of dwellings are socially rented.
The average income of residents in Skelmersdale East is £38,200 per year.
Low noise level (55.0-59.9 dB) from road, approximately 48 ft away from WN8 9JN.
Skelmersdale East near WN8 9JN has no flood risk (less than 0.1% chance of a flood each year) from rivers and sea.
Based on 62 recent sales, the median property price is £130,000 in Skelmersdale South area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £295,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £250,000; semi-detached at £147,000; terraced at £106,000; flats at £184,054.
10 years price trend in Skelmersdale South
In the WN8 9JN postcode area, located within Skelmersdale East, there are 9 primary and 0 secondary schools in close proximity.
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2025.