About Tardy Gate

Tardy Gate is a small village located in Lancashire, England, within the PR4 postcode area. It is situated near the larger town of Kirkham and is easily accessible via the A583 road. The village is primarily residential, offering a peaceful atmosphere for its inhabitants. Local amenities are limited, but nearby Kirkham provides a range of shops, schools, and services. The surrounding countryside is characterised by open fields and agricultural land, making it a suitable spot for those who appreciate rural living. There are several walking paths in the vicinity, allowing residents and visitors to explore the natural landscape. Tardy Gate is also conveniently located for access to larger towns and cities in Lancashire, making it an ideal base for those who wish to enjoy both village life and urban conveniences.

School Ratings in Tardy Gate

Families in Tardy Gate have access to 168 local schools. Pear Tree Children's Centre and The Orchard Children's Centre are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 22 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Tardy Gate

Homes sell for an average of £265K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £326K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Tardy Gate

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Tardy Gate, with 4 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Tardy Gate

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Tardy Gate among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. 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 Tardy Gate

Tardy Gate 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 11,903 sales

Average Price £265K
£500 — £25.33M
Detached £326K 5,340
Semi £195K 4,047
Terraced £157K 1,670
Flat £111K 276

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

101 Primary
21 Secondary
46 Other
Farington Moss St. Paul's C.E. Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles The Ribble Autism School Good 0.6 miles Applebee Wood School 0.6 miles Our Lady and St Gerard's Roman Catholic Primary School, Lostock Hall Primary 0.6 miles Lostock Hall Children's Centre 0.6 miles Kingsfold Children's Centre Good 0.8 miles Kingsfold Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Lostock Hall Community Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Penwortham Broad Oak Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Lostock Hall Academy Secondary Good 1.1 miles Penwortham Middleforth Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles St Mary Magdalen's Catholic Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Tardy Gate IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Tardy Gate experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
6/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
16,341 Children (0-15) 17%
57,192 Working Age 60%
28,272 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 22.1% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.7% 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 Tardy Gate 19 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Tardy Gate are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

11 Violence & Sexual Offences
4 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Burglary
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Drugs
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
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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

Lostock Hall Train Station 0.5 miles
Bamber Bridge Train Station 1.9 miles
Leyland Train Station 1.9 miles
Preston (Lancs) Train Station 2.2 miles
Euxton Balshaw Lane Train Station 4 miles
Croston Train Station 5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Lostock Hall 0.6 miles White Stake 0.6 miles Kingsfold 0.6 miles Penwortham Lane 0.6 miles Farington 0.6 miles Farington Moss 0.9 miles Cuerden Green 1.4 miles Middleforth Green 1.4 miles Farington 1.4 miles Walton-le-Dale 1.8 miles Midge Hall 1.8 miles New Longton 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Preston
County Lancashire
Ward Preston Rural North
Constituency Wyre and Preston North
Parish Woodplumpton
Region North West

Streets in PR4 30 shown View all streets

A59 1 Abbott Croft 1 Acre Grove 1 Aiken Court 1 Ainsworth Fold 1 Albert Street 1 Alder Close 1 Aldon Grove 1 Alexandra Road 2 Alice Way 1 Amberwood 1 Amersham Close 1 Amounderness Court 2 Ancenis Court 1 Anchor Drive 1 Anchorage Avenue 2 Ansbro Avenue 1 Anson Road 1 Anzio Road 1 Applesike 1 Applewood Road 1 Arkholme Drive 1 Arundel Road 1 Ash Avenue 3 Ash Close 2 Ash Court 1 Ash Drive 2 Ash Grove 3 Ash Lane 3 Ash Tree Close 2

Postcodes in PR4 50 shown View all postcodes

PR4 0AA PR4 0AB PR4 0AD PR4 0AE PR4 0AF PR4 0AG PR4 0AH PR4 0AJ PR4 0AL PR4 0AN PR4 0AP PR4 0AR PR4 0AS PR4 0AT PR4 0AU PR4 0AX PR4 0AY PR4 0AZ PR4 0BA PR4 0BB PR4 0BD PR4 0BE PR4 0BF PR4 0BG PR4 0BH PR4 0BJ PR4 0BL PR4 0BN PR4 0BP PR4 0BQ PR4 0BS PR4 0BT PR4 0BW PR4 0BY PR4 0BZ PR4 0DA PR4 0DB PR4 0DD PR4 0DE PR4 0DF PR4 0DG PR4 0DL PR4 0DN PR4 0DP PR4 0DQ PR4 0DR PR4 0DS PR4 0DT PR4 0DU PR4 0DW