About Elmers Green

Elmers Green is a small village located in Lancashire, England, within the WN8 postcode area. It is primarily a residential area, characterised by its mix of modern housing and older properties. The village is surrounded by green spaces, making it suitable for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. Local amenities include a few shops and a primary school, catering to the needs of residents. The nearby towns provide additional services and facilities, ensuring that daily necessities are easily accessible. Elmers Green is well-connected by road, allowing for convenient travel to larger towns and cities in the region.

School Ratings in Elmers Green

There are 108 schools in and around Elmers Green. St John's Children's Centre & Extended School and Crawford Village Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 15 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Elmers Green

The average property price is £222K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £102K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Elmers Green

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Elmers Green, with 40 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Elmers Green

Elmers Green 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Elmers Green

Broadband speeds in Elmers Green are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,632 sales

Average Price £222K
£105 — £4.36M
Detached £304K 1,393
Semi £161K 1,743
Terraced £102K 1,978
Flat £81K 216

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

68 Primary
11 Secondary
29 Other
St John's Catholic Primary School, Skelmersdale Primary Good 126 yards St John's Children's Centre & Extended School Outstanding 0.1 miles Elm Tree Community Primary School Outstanding 0.3 miles Woodland Community Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.3 miles Hillside Community Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Delph Side Community Primary School Primary 0.5 miles First Steps Children's Centre Good 0.5 miles St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Cobbs Brow School Primary 0.9 miles St James' Catholic Primary School, Skelmersdale Primary 0.9 miles Holland Moor Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Bishop Martin Church of England Primary School Primary 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Elmers Green IMD 2025

Elmers Green 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
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
10,047 Children (0-15) 19%
33,647 Working Age 62%
14,079 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 38.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 24.3% 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 Elmers Green 259 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Elmers Green 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.

101 Violence & Sexual Offences
40 Anti-Social Behaviour
33 Criminal Damage & Arson
23 Other Theft
13 Drugs
11 Other Crime
8 Burglary
8 Weapons
7 Public Order
5 Vehicle Crime
4 Shoplifting
3 Robbery
2 Theft from Person
1 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
Lancashire Tanhouse & Skelmersdale Town Centre 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

Upholland Train Station 1.6 miles
Parbold Train Station 2.6 miles
Appley Bridge Train Station 2.6 miles
Orrell Train Station 2.6 miles
Gathurst Train Station 2.9 miles
Rainford Train Station 3.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Birch Green 0 yards Skelmersdale 0.6 miles Town Centre 0.6 miles Tanhouse 0.6 miles Ashurst 0.9 miles Pennylands 1.2 miles Chapel House 1.2 miles Dalton 1.2 miles Digmoor 1.2 miles Roby Mill 1.4 miles Bank Top 1.4 miles Hall Green 1.4 miles

Local Government

District West Lancashire
County Lancashire
Ward Up Holland
Constituency West Lancashire
Parish Up Holland
Region North West

Streets in WN8 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Close 1 Abbeystead 6 Abbeywood 2 Acrefield 3 Acregate 3 Alder Lane 4 Alderbrook Drive 2 Alderley 4 Alexandra Close 1 Alma Close 1 Alma Court 1 Alma Hill 3 Alma Road 1 Ambergate 1 Ambleside Close 1 Amersham 1 Ann Street 2 Appleton Road 2 Ash Brow 2 Ash Grove 1 Ashley Road 2 Ashmead Road 2 Ashurst Close 2 Ashurst Road 2 Ashwall Street 1 Ashwood 1 Aspen Way 6 Ayrefield Road 1 Back Lane 9 Back Row 1

Postcodes in WN8 50 shown View all postcodes

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