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28,572
Population
12,679
Households
5 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£45,774
Avg. household income
643
Businesses
1,471
People per km²
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About Windy Arbor

Windy Arbor is a residential area located in Merseyside, England, within the L35 postcode area. The neighbourhood features a mix of housing styles, primarily consisting of semi-detached and terraced homes. It is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, making it convenient for commuting. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, providing essential services for residents.

The area is surrounded by green spaces, offering opportunities for outdoor activities. Nearby parks provide a pleasant environment for walks and recreational pursuits. Windy Arbor's community is characterised by its friendly atmosphere, with various local events held throughout the year to encourage neighbourly interaction. Overall, it is a practical location for families and individuals seeking a suburban lifestyle with access to urban facilities.

School Ratings in Windy Arbor

Windy Arbor is served by 222 schools. Rainhill Community Nursery and Whiston Willis Primary Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Windy Arbor

Property prices average £193K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £175K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Windy Arbor

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Windy Arbor, with 49 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Windy Arbor

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Windy Arbor falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Windy Arbor

There are 70 GP surgeries within three miles of Windy Arbor, the nearest being Knowsley Integrated Recovery Serv (cri) (0.8 miles away).

Local Data for Windy Arbor

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Property Prices 3,506 sales

Average Price £193K
£190 , £7.25M
Detached £300K 724
Semi £175K 1,649
Terraced £135K 887
Flat £108K 145

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

133 Primary
23 Secondary
66 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 6
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the L35 postcode area.

Halsnead Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles St Leo's and Southmead Catholic Primary School Serving the Community Primary Good 0.9 miles Southmead SSCC 1 miles The Apple Trust 1.1 miles St Gabriel's CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Sylvester Primary Academy Primary 1.2 miles Hilltop SSCC 1.3 miles Willow Tree Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Whiston Willis Primary Academy Primary Outstanding 1.3 miles Lord Derby Academy Secondary Good 1.4 miles Phoenix SSCC 1.5 miles St Mary and St Paul's CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles

Household Income in Windy Arbor ONS 2023

The average total household income in Windy Arbor is approximately £45,774 a year before tax, 17% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,037. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Windy Arbor £45,774
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £35,037.

Businesses in Windy Arbor ONS 2025

There are approximately 643 active businesses based in Windy Arbor, around 23 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 8 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

643 Total businesses
23 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 91%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Windy Arbor IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Windy Arbor in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
3/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 18%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 21%
5,089 Children (0-15) 18%
17,330 Working Age 61%
6,152 Older (65+) 22%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 34% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 21.9% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Windy Arbor 388 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Windy Arbor is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

Violence & Sexual Offences 144
Anti-Social Behaviour 49
Drugs 42
Shoplifting 39
Public Order 34
Criminal Damage & Arson 27
Other Theft 22
Weapons 9
Vehicle Crime 9
Other Crime 8
Robbery 3
Burglary 1
Theft from Person 1
Local Policing
Merseyside Whiston and Cronton Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Whiston Train Station 1.1 miles
Huyton Train Station 1.7 miles
Prescot Train Station 1.9 miles
Rainhill Train Station 2 miles
Hough Green Train Station 2.3 miles
Halewood Train Station 2.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Whitefield Lane End 0.6 miles Huyton Quarry 0.9 miles Whiston Cross 1.2 miles Tarbock Green 1.2 miles Huyton Park 1.4 miles Netherley 1.4 miles Whiston 1.4 miles Holt 1.8 miles Upton 1.8 miles Huyton 1.8 miles Huyton-With-Roby 1.8 miles Prescot 1.9 miles

Local Government

District St. Helens
Ward Rainhill
Constituency St Helens South and Whiston
Parish Rainhill
Region North West

Home Ownership in Windy Arbor

Of the 12,210 households in and around Windy Arbor, 70% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 70% Social rented 16% Private rented 13%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Windy Arbor.

Frequently Asked Questions about Windy Arbor

What is the population of Windy Arbor?
Windy Arbor has a population of approximately 28,572 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Windy Arbor?
The average property in and around Windy Arbor sold for about £193,092, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 45% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Windy Arbor a deprived area?
Windy Arbor sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Windy Arbor?
Windy Arbor is covered by the L35 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Windy Arbor?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Windy Arbor, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Windy Arbor?
The nearest railway station to Windy Arbor is Whiston Train Station, about 1.1 miles away.

Streets in L35 30 shown View all streets

Abbeywood Grove 1 Allendale Avenue 2 Amanda Road 3 Ancholme Close 1 Anderson Close 1 Ansdell Villas Road 1 Arnside Avenue 1 Ash Grove 2 Ashley Close 1 Ashton Avenue 4 Aspinal Street 2 Atherton Drive 1 Badgers Close 1 Banner Hey 2 Bardley Crescent 1 Barrows Cottages 1 Bartholomew Close 2 Batey Avenue 2 Beatty Close 1 Beechwood Grove 1 Bell Lane 2 Berrywood Drive 1 Birch Close 1 Birch Grove 1 Birnam Drive 2 Bishop Drive 2 Bishopdale Drive 1 Blundell Road 3 Blundell's Lane 3 Braithwaite Close 1

Postcodes in L35 50 shown View all postcodes

L35 0LA L35 0LB L35 0LD L35 0LE L35 0LF L35 0LG L35 0LH L35 0LJ L35 0LL L35 0LN L35 0LP L35 0LQ L35 0LR L35 0LS L35 0LT L35 0LU L35 0LW L35 0LX L35 0LY L35 0LZ L35 0NA L35 0NB L35 0ND L35 0NE L35 0NF L35 0NG L35 0NH L35 0NJ L35 0NL L35 0NN L35 0NP L35 0NQ L35 0NR L35 0NS L35 0NT L35 0NU L35 0NW L35 0NX L35 0NY L35 0NZ L35 0PA L35 0PB L35 0PD L35 0PE L35 0PF L35 0PG L35 0PJ L35 0PL L35 0PN L35 0PP