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Location in LancashireCarr Cross sits where the marker shows within the county.

56,691
Population
23,158
Households
5 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£45,977
Avg. household income
1,849
Businesses
1,138
People per km²
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About Carr Cross

Carr Cross is a small settlement located in Lancashire, within the PR8 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment and is primarily residential, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes. There are no major commercial centres or tourist attractions in the immediate vicinity, making it a quiet place for those seeking a calm lifestyle. The village is well-connected to nearby towns and villages by road, with access to the A59 and A683 providing links to larger centres such as Clitheroe and Preston. The local community is close-knit, with a range of local amenities including a village hall and a small shop. The surrounding landscape offers opportunities for walking and outdoor activities, with nearby fields and footpaths providing pleasant routes for residents and visitors alike.

School Ratings in Carr Cross

There are 63 schools in and around Carr Cross. Linaker Children's Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Carr Cross

The average property price is £252K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £211K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Carr Cross

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Public order is prevalent across Carr Cross, with 46 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Carr Cross

Carr Cross sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Carr Cross

There are 20 GP surgeries within three miles of Carr Cross, the nearest being Palliative Care (1.4 miles away).

Local Data for Carr Cross

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Property Prices 8,847 sales

Average Price £252K
£100 , £39.85M
Detached £382K 2,064
Semi £211K 3,805
Terraced £180K 857
Flat £151K 1,615

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

37 Primary
7 Secondary
19 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 9

Ofsted ratings for schools in the PR8 postcode area.

Scarisbrick St Mark's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Scarisbrick Primary Requires Improvement 1.3 miles Kew Woods Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Meols Cop High School Secondary 1.6 miles Scarisbrick Hall School Not applicable 1.6 miles Educ8 Southport Not applicable 1.8 miles Bishop David Sheppard Children's Centre 2 miles Bishop David Sheppard Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Norwood Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Holy Family Catholic Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles St Philip's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Christ The King Catholic High School and Sixth Form Centre Secondary Good 2.3 miles

Household Income in Carr Cross ONS 2023

The average total household income in Carr Cross is approximately £45,977 a year before tax, 17% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,600. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Carr Cross £45,977
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £35,600.

Businesses in Carr Cross ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,849 active businesses based in Carr Cross, around 33 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 26 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,849 Total businesses
33 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Carr Cross IMD 2025

Carr Cross sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
6/10
Health
4/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 16%
Working age 59%
Older 65+ 25%
9,229 Children (0-15) 16%
33,551 Working Age 59%
13,898 Older (65+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 33.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.8% 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 Carr Cross 400 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Carr Cross sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

Violence & Sexual Offences 176
Public Order 46
Anti-Social Behaviour 43
Shoplifting 37
Drugs 25
Criminal Damage & Arson 23
Other Theft 21
Vehicle Crime 7
Other Crime 7
Robbery 6
Burglary 5
Bicycle Theft 3
Theft from Person 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Meols Cop Train Station 2.1 miles
Southport Train Station 2.8 miles
Birkdale Train Station 2.9 miles
New Lane Train Station 3.4 miles
Ainsdale Train Station 4.2 miles
Burscough Bridge Train Station 4.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Snape Green 0 yards Brown Edge 0.6 miles Scarisbrick 0.6 miles Pool Hey 0.9 miles Bescar 1.4 miles Drummersdale 1.4 miles Blowick 1.8 miles Shirdley Hill 1.8 miles Pinfold 2 miles High Park 2 miles Smithy Lane Ends 2.2 miles Hurlston Green 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Sefton
County Lancashire
Ward Kew
Constituency Southport
Parish Sefton, unparished area
Region North West

Home Ownership in Carr Cross

Of the 24,910 households in and around Carr Cross, 70% are owned, 8% are socially rented and 22% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 70% Social rented 8% Private rented 22%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Carr Cross.

Frequently Asked Questions about Carr Cross

What is the population of Carr Cross?
Carr Cross has a population of approximately 56,691 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Carr Cross?
The average property in and around Carr Cross sold for about £252,330, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 28% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Carr Cross a deprived area?
Carr Cross 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 Carr Cross?
Carr Cross is covered by the PR8 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Carr Cross?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Carr Cross, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Carr Cross?
The nearest railway station to Carr Cross is Meols Cop Train Station, about 2.1 miles away.

Streets in PR8 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Gardens 2 Aintree Crescent 1 Albert Terrace 1 Alderdale Avenue 1 Alma Road 2 Alston Close 1 Altham Road 1 Andreas Close 1 Anne Avenue 1 Arbour Street 2 Arden Close 1 Argameols Close 1 Arlington Close 1 Arundel Road 2 Ascot Close 1 Ash Street 2 Ashdown Close 2 Ashton Road 2 Aspen Gardens 2 Aughton Mews 1 Aughton Road 1 Ayr Close 1 Back Forest Road 1 Balfour Road 1 Balls Place 1 Banastre Road 5 Bank Passage 2 Barclay Place 1 Barford Close 1 Barrett Avenue 2

Postcodes in PR8 50 shown View all postcodes

PR8 1AA PR8 1AD PR8 1AE PR8 1AF PR8 1AG PR8 1AH PR8 1AL PR8 1AN PR8 1AP PR8 1AQ PR8 1AS PR8 1AU PR8 1AW PR8 1AX PR8 1BD PR8 1BE PR8 1BH PR8 1BL PR8 1BN PR8 1BT PR8 1BW PR8 1BX PR8 1BZ PR8 1DA PR8 1DB PR8 1DF PR8 1DG PR8 1DH PR8 1DJ PR8 1DL PR8 1DN PR8 1DQ PR8 1DS PR8 1DT PR8 1DW PR8 1DY PR8 1EE PR8 1EF PR8 1EG PR8 1EH PR8 1EJ PR8 1EN PR8 1EQ PR8 1ER PR8 1ES PR8 1ET PR8 1EW PR8 1EZ PR8 1FD PR8 1FS