The WN8 postcode district is a postal district located in the WN Wigan postcode area with a population of 47,399 residents according to the 2021 England and Wales Census.
The area of the WN8 postcode district is 19.38 square miles which is 50.18 square kilometres or 12,400.89 acres.
Currently, the WN8 district has about 901 postcode units spread across 5 geographic postcode sectors.
Given that each sector allows for 400 unique postcode combinations, the district has a capacity of 2,000 postcodes. With 901 postcodes already in use, this leaves 1099 units available.
The largest settlement in the WN8 postal code is SKELMERSDALE followed by Upholland, and Parbold.
The WN8 Postcode shares a border with WN5 (WIGAN, Orrell, Billinge), L40 (Burscough, Scarisbrick, Mawdesley), WA11 (Haydock, ST. HELENS, Rainford) and WN6 (Standish, WIGAN, Shevington).
The primary settlement in the WN8 postcode district is Skelmersdale, located in the county of Lancashire in England. Other significant settlements in this district include Roby Mill, Upholland, Dalton, Newburgh, Parbold, Chapel House, Lathom, Stanley Industrial Estate, Crawford Village, Holland Moor, and the Oasis Business Park. The most significant post town in this district is Wigan.
For the district WN8, we have data on 6 postcode sectors. Here's a breakdown: The sector WN8 0, covers Upholland in Lancashire. The sector WN8 1 is non-geographic. It's often designated for PO Boxes, large organisations, or special services. The sector WN8 6, covers Skelmersdale in Lancashire. The sector WN8 7, covers Parbold and Newburgh and Dalton in Lancashire. The sector WN8 8, covers Skelmersdale in Lancashire. The sector WN8 9, covers Skelmersdale in Lancashire.
Map of the WN8 Postcode District
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When it comes to local government, postal geography often disregards political borders. However, for a breakdown in the WN8 District: the district mostly encompasses the West Lancashire District (B) area with a total of 919 postcodes.
Recent House Sales in WN8
| Date | Price | Address |
|---|---|---|
| 09/10/2023 | £113,000 | Hartland, Skelmersdale, WN8 6QE |
| 06/10/2023 | £280,000 | Ormskirk Road, Upholland, Skelmersdale, WN8 0AA |
| 29/09/2023 | £260,000 | Top Acre Road, Skelmersdale, WN8 9NT |
| 27/09/2023 | £100,000 | Egerton, Skelmersdale, WN8 6AB |
| 08/09/2023 | £126,500 | Cherrycroft, Skelmersdale, WN8 9DJ |
| 08/09/2023 | £112,000 | Flaxton, Skelmersdale, WN8 6PE |
| 08/09/2023 | £273,000 | Kestrel Mews, Skelmersdale, WN8 6TD |
| 06/09/2023 | £593,887 | Long Heys Lane, Dalton, Wigan, WN8 7RT |
| 05/09/2023 | £130,000 | Cinnamon Brow, Upholland, Skelmersdale, WN8 0PG |
| 05/09/2023 | £82,500 | Alderley, Skelmersdale, WN8 9LZ |
Weather Forecast for WN8
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:00 to 06:00 |  | Partly cloudy (night) | 5.0°C (feels like 3.0°C) | 2.00% | ENE 4 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 |  | Partly cloudy (day) | 5.0°C (feels like 3.0°C) | 3.00% | ENE 4 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 |  | Cloudy | 8.0°C (feels like 6.0°C) | 6.00% | E 9 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Cloudy | 10.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 10.00% | E 9 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Cloudy | 10.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 12.00% | ENE 9 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Cloudy | 9.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 10.00% | ENE 9 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Cloudy | 7.0°C (feels like 5.0°C) | 4.00% | NE 7 mph |
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Cloudy | 6.0°C (feels like 4.0°C) | 5.00% | NE 7 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Cloudy | 5.0°C (feels like 2.0°C) | 5.00% | N 7 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Cloudy | 5.0°C (feels like 2.0°C) | 10.00% | N 7 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Cloudy | 8.0°C (feels like 5.0°C) | 12.00% | NNW 9 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 |  | Overcast | 10.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 15.00% | NW 11 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Cloudy | 10.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 12.00% | WNW 11 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 |  | Sunny day | 10.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 4.00% | W 9 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 |  | Clear night | 8.0°C (feels like 6.0°C) | 2.00% | SW 7 mph |
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Partly cloudy (night) | 7.0°C (feels like 5.0°C) | 2.00% | SSW 7 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Partly cloudy (night) | 6.0°C (feels like 3.0°C) | 2.00% | SSE 7 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Cloudy | 6.0°C (feels like 3.0°C) | 5.00% | SSE 9 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 10.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 2.00% | SSE 11 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Cloudy | 13.0°C (feels like 10.0°C) | 7.00% | S 13 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Cloudy | 14.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 9.00% | S 13 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Cloudy | 13.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 8.00% | SSE 13 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Partly cloudy (night) | 11.0°C (feels like 9.0°C) | 3.00% | SSE 11 mph |
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Partly cloudy (night) | 10.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 3.00% | SE 11 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Partly cloudy (night) | 9.0°C (feels like 6.0°C) | 4.00% | SE 11 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 9.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 2.00% | ESE 11 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Sunny day | 12.0°C (feels like 10.0°C) | 3.00% | ESE 13 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Cloudy | 15.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 9.00% | SE 13 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Cloudy | 16.0°C (feels like 13.0°C) | 14.00% | SE 11 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 |  | Light rain shower (day) | 15.0°C (feels like 13.0°C) | 31.00% | ESE 9 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Partly cloudy (night) | 13.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 7.00% | ESE 9 mph |
Where is the WN8 Postcode District?
The postcode district WN8 is located in the town of Skelmersdale. Skelmersdale is situated near several towns, including Ormskirk to the west, Wigan to the east, St. Helens to the south, Newton-le-Willows to the southeast, Chorley to the northeast, Leyland to the north, Liverpool to the southwest, and Southport to the northwest. Additionally, the postcode district WN8 is approximately 180.17 miles away from the center of London.
The district covers the post towns of SKELMERSDALE, WIGAN.
The sector has postcodes within the nation of England.
The WN8 Postcode District is in the Chorley and West Lancashire region of Lancashire within the North West (England).
| Postcode Sector | Delivery Office |
|---|---|
| WN8 0 | Skelmersdale Delivery Office |
| WN8 1 | Skelmersdale Delivery Office |
| WN8 2 | Skelmersdale Delivery Office |
| WN8 3 | Skelmersdale Delivery Office |
| WN8 4 | Skelmersdale Delivery Office |
| WN8 5 | Skelmersdale Delivery Office |
| WN8 6 | Skelmersdale Delivery Office |
| WN8 7 | Skelmersdale Delivery Office |
| WN8 8 | Skelmersdale Delivery Office |
| WN8 9 | Skelmersdale Delivery Office |
| W | N | 8 | - | X | X | X |
| W | N | 8 | Space | Numeric | Letter | Letter |
Current Monthly Rental Prices
| # Bedrooms | Min Price | Max Price | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | £446 | £446 | £446 |
| 2 | £650 | £725 | £688 |
| 3 | £650 | £1,250 | £880 |
| 4 | £2,100 | £2,100 | £2,100 |
| 5 | £1,500 | £1,500 | £1,500 |
| 6 | £3,500 | £3,500 | £3,500 |
Current House Prices
| # Bedrooms | Min Price | Max Price | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| £135,000 | £300,000 | £208,000 | |
| 1 | £70,000 | £70,000 | £70,000 |
| 2 | £50,000 | £550,000 | £168,811 |
| 3 | £70,000 | £599,950 | £198,707 |
| 4 | £95,000 | £2,000,000 | £393,475 |
| 5 | £120,000 | £2,500,000 | £747,400 |
| 6 | £545,000 | £800,000 | £672,500 |
| 7 | £1,395,000 | £2,250,000 | £1,822,500 |
| 8 | £1,000,000 | £1,000,000 | £1,000,000 |
Estate Agents who Operate in the WN8 District
| Logo | Name | Brand Name | Address | Contact Number | Total Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Wigan | Regan & Hallworth | 10-12 Library Street, Wigan, WN1 1NN | 01942 925393 | 33 |
 | Skelmersdale | Neil Robinson | 108 The Concourse, Skelmersdale, WN8 6LJ | 01695 317472 | 32 |
 | Skelmersdale | Your Move | 55 The Concourse, Skelmersdale, WN8 6LJ | 01695 668992 | 31 |
 | Skelmersdale | Brighouse Wolff | 82 Sandy Lane, Skelmersdale, WN8 8LQ | 01695 317368 | 25 |
 | Ormskirk | Ian Anthony Estates | 5 Burscough Street Ormskirk L39 2EG | 01695 580888 | 23 |
| Type of Property | 2018 Average | 2018 Sales | 2017 Average | 2017 Sales | 2016 Average | 2016 Sales | 2015 Average | 2015 Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detached | £266,772 | 145 | £284,120 | 146 | £256,126 | 174 | £260,286 | 137 |
| Semi-Detached | £158,353 | 200 | £146,534 | 165 | £141,497 | 158 | £134,768 | 133 |
| Terraced | £92,754 | 223 | £89,056 | 206 | £90,646 | 176 | £82,529 | 202 |
| Flats | £83,339 | 16 | £113,237 | 23 | £73,260 | 21 | £65,798 | 20 |