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About Newtown
Newtown is a residential area located in Merseyside, England, within the postcode area WA10. The neighbourhood features a mix of housing styles, including terraced homes and semi-detached properties, catering to a diverse community. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, providing residents with essential services and recreational spaces.
The area benefits from good transport links, making it easy to access nearby towns and cities. Newtown is situated close to St Helens, which offers additional shopping and leisure facilities. The community is served by public transport options, including bus services, ensuring convenient travel for those commuting or exploring the surrounding areas.
School Ratings in Newtown
Families in Newtown have access to 129 local schools. Bleak Hill Primary School, St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School and Carmel College are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Newtown
Homes sell for an average of £166K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £108K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Newtown
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Newtown, with 21 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Newtown
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Newtown around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Healthcare in Newtown
There are 72 GP surgeries within three miles of Newtown, the nearest being Bethany Medical Centre (0.1 miles away).
Local Data for Newtown
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Property Prices 5,972 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the WA10 postcode area.
Household Income in Newtown ONS 2023
The average total household income in Newtown is approximately £40,871 a year before tax, 26% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £30,881. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £30,881.
Businesses in Newtown ONS 2025
There are approximately 872 active businesses based in Newtown, around 22 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 13 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Newtown IMD 2025
Deprivation levels in Newtown are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.
Crime in Newtown 177 crimes · May 2026
Crime in Newtown is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Newtown
Of the 6,957 households in and around Newtown, 57% are owned, 25% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Newtown.