About Millhead

Millhead is a small village located in Lancashire, England, within the postcode area LA5. It lies close to the Morecambe Bay, providing residents and visitors with easy access to the scenic coastline. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of local amenities, including a few shops and a pub, catering to the needs of the community. Surrounding Millhead are various walking paths and green spaces, making it suitable for outdoor activities. The nearby towns of Carnforth and Silverdale offer additional facilities and attractions, enhancing the overall experience of the area. Millhead serves as a quiet retreat for those looking to enjoy the natural beauty of Lancashire while remaining connected to larger urban centres.

School Ratings in Millhead

Millhead is served by 20 schools. Bleasdale School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Millhead

Property prices average £259K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £241K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Millhead

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Millhead, with 6 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Millhead

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Millhead falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Millhead

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Millhead, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,925 sales

Average Price £259K
£1K — £2.4M
Detached £351K 867
Semi £241K 896
Terraced £170K 743
Flat £218K 287

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

15 Primary
1 Secondary
4 Other
Warton Archbishop Hutton's VC Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Carnforth Community Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Carnforth Christ Church, Church of England, Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles The Carnforth Hub Good 1 miles Carnforth High School Secondary 1 miles Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School, Carnforth Primary 1 miles Over Kellet Wilson's Endowed Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Nether Kellet Community Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Bolton-le-Sands Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Yealand Church of England Primary School Primary 2.4 miles Bleasdale School Outstanding 3.1 miles Silverdale St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Millhead IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Millhead in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
3,180 Children (0-15) 14%
12,579 Working Age 56%
8,842 Older (60+) 39%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.5% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.1% 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 Millhead 46 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Millhead falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

22 Violence & Sexual Offences
6 Anti-Social Behaviour
5 Public Order
3 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Other Theft
3 Vehicle Crime
3 Other Crime
1 Burglary
Local Policing
Lancashire Carnforth & Millhead 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

Carnforth Train Station 0.5 miles
Silverdale Train Station 2.4 miles
Bare Lane Train Station 4.9 miles
Arnside Train Station 4.9 miles
Morecambe Train Station 6.1 miles
Grange-Over-Sands Train Station 6.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Crag Bank 0.6 miles Carnforth 0.6 miles Warton 0.9 miles Crag Foot 1.4 miles Yealand Conyers 2 miles Bolton-le-Sands 2 miles Nether Kellet 2 miles Over Kellet 2.2 miles Tewitfield 2.2 miles Borwick 2.2 miles Capernwray 2.5 miles Yealand Redmayne 2.6 miles

Local Government

District South Lakeland
County Cumbria
Ward Arnside & Milnthorpe
Constituency Westmorland and Lonsdale
Parish Arnside
Region North West

Streets in LA5 30 shown View all streets

A6 4 Acorn Meadow 1 Alamein Road 1 Albert Street 4 Alexandra Road 1 Alpine View 1 Ancliffe Lane 1 Arkholme Close 1 Arnhem Road 1 Ash Drive 1 Ash Tree Grove 1 Ashleigh Road 2 Ashmeadow Road 1 Ashtrees Way 4 Back Lane 6 Bank House Lane 1 Beachwood Lane 1 Beech Tree Close 1 Birch Drive 2 Birch Grove 1 Black Dyke Road 5 Bloomfield Park 1 Bolton Lane 2 Booth Street 1 Borwick Avenue 1 Borwick Close 1 Borwick Lane 3 Bottoms Lane 1 Boundary Lane 1 Bowland Close 1

Postcodes in LA5 50 shown View all postcodes

LA5 0AA LA5 0AB LA5 0AD LA5 0AE LA5 0AF LA5 0AG LA5 0AH LA5 0AJ LA5 0AL LA5 0AN LA5 0AP LA5 0AQ LA5 0AR LA5 0AS LA5 0AT LA5 0AU LA5 0AW LA5 0AX LA5 0AY LA5 0AZ LA5 0BB LA5 0BD LA5 0BE LA5 0BF LA5 0BG LA5 0BH LA5 0BJ LA5 0BL LA5 0BN LA5 0BP LA5 0BQ LA5 0BS LA5 0BT LA5 0BU LA5 0BW LA5 0BX LA5 0BY LA5 0BZ LA5 0DA LA5 0DB LA5 0DE LA5 0DF LA5 0DG LA5 0DH LA5 0DJ LA5 0DL LA5 0DN LA5 0DP LA5 0DQ LA5 0DR