About Pennylands

Pennylands is a small village located in Lancashire, England, within the WN8 postcode area. The village features a mix of residential homes and local amenities, providing a quiet setting for its residents. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape typical of the region. In terms of accessibility, Pennylands is situated near larger towns, making it convenient for those who wish to access more extensive services and facilities. The village is also within reach of various local attractions, including parks and historical sites, which can be explored by those interested in the area. Overall, Pennylands presents a simple and practical living environment for its inhabitants.

School Ratings in Pennylands

Families in Pennylands have access to 86 local schools. 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 Pennylands

Homes sell for an average of £222K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £102K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Pennylands

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Pennylands, with 40 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Pennylands

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Pennylands around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Pennylands

Pennylands benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. 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

52 Primary
10 Secondary
24 Other
Trinity Church of England/Methodist School Primary Good 120 yards Crow Orchard Primary School Primary Good 0.1 miles St Edmund's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles West Lancashire Community High School Good 0.3 miles Kingsbury Primary Special School Outstanding 0.3 miles Brookfield Park Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.3 miles Park Children's Centre Good 0.4 miles St Richard's Catholic Primary School, Skelmersdale Primary 0.6 miles Lathom High School : A Technology College Secondary Good 0.6 miles Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic High School Secondary 0.7 miles Cobbs Brow School Primary 0.8 miles Moss View School 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Pennylands IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Pennylands 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
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 Pennylands 259 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Pennylands is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

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 Old Skelmersdale 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 2.5 miles
Parbold Train Station 2.8 miles
Rainford Train Station 2.9 miles
Hoscar Train Station 3 miles
Appley Bridge Train Station 3.6 miles
Burscough Junction Train Station 3.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Chapel House 0 yards Skelmersdale 0.6 miles Town Centre 0.6 miles Ashurst 0.9 miles Birch Green 1.2 miles Elmers Green 1.2 miles Blaguegate 1.2 miles Tanhouse 1.4 miles Whalleys 1.4 miles Dalton 1.8 miles Digmoor 1.8 miles Bickerstaffe 2.2 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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