Waddicar

Settlement in Lancashire

England

Waddicar

Terraced Housing on Windermere Drive
Terraced Housing on Windermere Drive Credit: Anthony Parkes

Waddicar is a small village located in the county of Lancashire in northwestern England. Situated approximately 8 miles north of the city of Liverpool, Waddicar is known for its picturesque countryside setting and its close proximity to urban amenities.

The village is primarily residential, with a population of around 1,500 people. It is characterized by its charming rows of terraced houses, which reflect the region's industrial heritage. Many of these homes were built in the late 19th and early 20th centuries to accommodate workers from nearby factories and mills.

Despite its small size, Waddicar benefits from its convenient location. It is well-connected to major transportation routes, with the A59 road passing nearby, providing easy access to Liverpool, Preston, and other nearby towns. The village also benefits from reliable public transportation, with regular bus services operating in the area.

Residents of Waddicar enjoy a range of amenities, including a primary school, a community center, and several local shops and pubs. The village is also surrounded by beautiful green spaces, with Alt Park and Lunt Meadows Nature Reserve located nearby, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and nature walks.

Overall, Waddicar offers a peaceful and close-knit community atmosphere, with its idyllic rural setting and convenient access to urban centers making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a balance between countryside living and urban convenience.

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Waddicar Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.489017/-2.9139971 or Grid Reference SJ3999. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Terraced Housing on Windermere Drive
Terraced Housing on Windermere Drive
Ennerdale Close - Kirkby
Ennerdale Close - Kirkby
M57 Motorway bridge over the A506, Junction 6
M57 Motorway bridge over the A506, Junction 6
Valley Road (A506)
Valley Road (A506)
Houses on Whitefield Drive
Houses on Whitefield Drive
The Johnny Todd public house
The Johnny Todd public house
Bus stop and shelter on Whitefield Drive (B5192)
Bus stop and shelter on Whitefield Drive (B5192)
Kirkby Railway Station
Kirkby Railway Station
Kirkby Railway Station  Merseyrail Class 508, No. 508127.
Kirkby Railway Station
Merseyrail Class 508, No. 508127.
The Railway public house
The Railway public house
Sign for the Railway public house
Sign for the Railway public house
Glover's Brow (B5192)
Glover's Brow (B5192)
Kirkby Railway Station  The non electrified line towards Wigan Wallgate.
Kirkby Railway Station
The non electrified line towards Wigan Wallgate.
KFC off Hall Lane
KFC off Hall Lane
Bungalows on Hall Drive
Bungalows on Hall Drive
County Road (A506)
County Road (A506)
Elizabeth II postbox on Whitefield Drive Postbox No. L32 859.
Elizabeth II postbox on Whitefield Drive
Postbox No. L32 859.
Box Junction at the end of St Kevin's Drive
Box Junction at the end of St Kevin's Drive
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Waddicar is located at Grid Ref: SJ3999 (Lat: 53.489017, Lng: -2.9139971)

Unitary Authority: Sefton

Police Authority: Merseyside

What 3 Words

///uses.winter.gazed. Near Melling, Merseyside

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Post Office
Waddicar Post Office
Addr City: Liverpool
Addr Postcode: L31 1DN
Addr Street: Waddicar Lane
Brand: Post Office
Brand Wikidata: Q1783168
Check Date: 2023-09-27
Check Date Opening Hours: 2023-09-27
Opening Hours: Mo-Fr 09:00-17:00; Sa 09:00-13:00
Ref Pol Id: 14168
Source Addr Postcode: code-point_open
Website: https://www.postoffice.co.uk/branch-finder/3714209/waddicar
Lat/Long: 53.4894137/-2.9139701
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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