About Pool Hey

Pool Hey is located in Lancashire, England, within the PR8 postcode area. This area is primarily residential, offering a mix of housing styles and local amenities. The nearby surroundings include green spaces, making it a pleasant environment for those who appreciate outdoor activities. Local facilities include shops and schools, catering to the needs of residents. The area is well-connected by public transport, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities. Pool Hey serves as a convenient base for exploring the wider region of Lancashire, with its varied landscapes and attractions.

School Ratings in Pool Hey

There are 46 schools in and around Pool Hey. Linaker Children's Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Pool Hey

The average property price is £244K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £209K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Pool Hey

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Public order is prevalent across Pool Hey, with 43 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Pool Hey

Pool Hey 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 Pool Hey

Broadband speeds in Pool Hey 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 9,181 sales

Average Price £244K
£300 — £39.85M
Detached £375K 2,154
Semi £209K 3,891
Terraced £180K 916
Flat £147K 1,675

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

28 Primary
5 Secondary
13 Other
Kew Woods Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Meols Cop High School Secondary 0.7 miles Educ8 Southport 0.9 miles Bishop David Sheppard Children's Centre 1.2 miles Bishop David Sheppard Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Norwood Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Holy Family Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles St Philip's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Scarisbrick St Mark's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Linaker Children's Centre Outstanding 1.7 miles Linaker Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Arden College Good 1.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Pool Hey IMD 2025

Pool Hey 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
10,963 Children (0-15) 16%
40,610 Working Age 60%
21,837 Older (60+) 32%
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 Pool Hey 391 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Pool Hey 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.

168 Violence & Sexual Offences
43 Public Order
40 Anti-Social Behaviour
38 Shoplifting
32 Drugs
18 Other Theft
16 Criminal Damage & Arson
9 Burglary
9 Vehicle Crime
6 Other Crime
5 Bicycle Theft
3 Weapons
2 Robbery
2 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Lancashire Rural West 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

Meols Cop Train Station 1.2 miles
Southport Train Station 1.9 miles
Birkdale Train Station 2.2 miles
Ainsdale Train Station 3.9 miles
New Lane Train Station 4.2 miles
Burscough Bridge Train Station 5.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Brown Edge 0.6 miles Blowick 0.9 miles Snape Green 0.9 miles Carr Cross 0.9 miles High Park 1.2 miles Scarisbrick 1.4 miles Southport 1.8 miles Birkdale 1.9 miles Churchtown 2 miles Shirdley Hill 2 miles Bescar 2.2 miles Drummersdale 2.2 miles

Local Government

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

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 1GD