About Black Moor

Black Moor is a small settlement located in Lancashire, within the county of England. It lies in a rural area, with the surrounding landscape characterised by open fields and scattered woodland. The postcode area L40 covers this locality, placing it within the broader region of South Ribble. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. There are no major landmarks or commercial centres in Black Moor itself, but it is well-connected to nearby towns and villages via local roads. The community is quiet and peaceful, with a strong sense of local identity. The area is popular with those seeking a rural lifestyle, and it offers easy access to the wider Lancashire countryside.

School Ratings in Black Moor

Families in Black Moor have access to 43 local schools. Rainbow Hub School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Black Moor

Homes sell for an average of £344K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £378K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Black Moor

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Black Moor, with 13 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Black Moor

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Black Moor around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Black Moor

Broadband services in Black Moor range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,294 sales

Average Price £344K
£500 — £73.69M
Detached £378K 1,275
Semi £220K 1,157
Terraced £201K 425
Flat £130K 207

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

32 Primary
5 Secondary
6 Other
Mawdesley St Peter's Church of England Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Rufford CofE School Primary Good 1.2 miles Richard Durning's Endowed Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles St Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School, Mawdesley Primary Requires Improvement 2.1 miles Rainbow Hub School Outstanding 2.1 miles Burscough Bridge St John's Church of England Primary School Primary 2.3 miles The Grove Youth, Community & Children's Centre Good 2.3 miles Burscough Village Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Parbold Douglas Church of England Academy Primary Outstanding 2.5 miles Burscough Bridge Methodist School Primary Good 2.5 miles Newburgh Church of England Primary School Primary Outstanding 2.5 miles Our Lady and All Saints Roman Catholic Primary School, Parbold Primary Outstanding 2.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Black Moor IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Black Moor 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.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
6/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
6/10
5,620 Children (0-15) 15%
22,539 Working Age 61%
11,672 Older (60+) 31%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 17.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.3% 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 Black Moor 70 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Black Moor are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

25 Violence & Sexual Offences
13 Anti-Social Behaviour
12 Shoplifting
7 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Other Theft
4 Public Order
2 Burglary
2 Other Crime
1 Weapons
Local Policing
Lancashire Croston, Mawdesley & Euxton South 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

Rufford Train Station 0.9 miles
Hoscar Train Station 1.9 miles
Burscough Bridge Train Station 2.3 miles
Parbold Train Station 2.6 miles
Burscough Junction Train Station 2.6 miles
Croston Train Station 3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bispham Green 0.9 miles Mawdesley 1.2 miles Rufford 1.4 miles Grimshaw Green 1.4 miles Hill Dale 1.8 miles Hoscar 2 miles Parbold 2.2 miles Andertons Mill 2.5 miles Tarlscough 2.5 miles Newburgh 2.6 miles High Moor 2.6 miles Burscough Bridge 2.6 miles

Local Government

District West Lancashire
County Lancashire
Ward Burscough West
Constituency West Lancashire
Parish Burscough
Region North West

Streets in L40 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Dale 1 Abbey Fold 1 Abbey Lane 2 Admiralty Close 1 Ainscough Drive 1 Albert Road 1 Alexander Close 1 Alexandra Road 1 Almond Avenue 2 Ashtrees 1 Asmall Lane 1 B5242 1 Back Lane 3 Back Lane East 1 Bannister Lane 1 Barracuda Way 1 Barrison Green 1 Bathwood Close 1 Beech Close 1 Belmont Close 1 Bentley Lane 6 Bescar Brow Lane 2 Bescar Lane 4 Bewcastle Drive 1 Birch Avenue 1 Black Moor Road 4 Black Moss Lane 3 Bleak Lane 1 Bluestone Lane 5 Blythe Lane 2

Postcodes in L40 50 shown View all postcodes

L40 0AA L40 0PH L40 0RA L40 0RB L40 0RD L40 0RE L40 0RF L40 0RG L40 0RH L40 0RJ L40 0RL L40 0RN L40 0RP L40 0RQ L40 0RR L40 0RS L40 0RT L40 0RU L40 0RW L40 0RX L40 0RY L40 0RZ L40 0SA L40 0SD L40 0SG L40 0SJ L40 0SN L40 0SP L40 0SQ L40 0SR L40 0SS L40 0ST L40 0SU L40 0SW L40 0SY L40 0TA L40 0TF L40 0TL L40 0TQ L40 0TW L40 0WX L40 1AA L40 1AB L40 1AE L40 1BB L40 1BJ L40 1RB L40 1RZ L40 1SA L40 1SB