About Broad Oak

Broad Oak is a residential area located in the county of Merseyside, in the north-west of England. It lies within the WA9 postcode area and is part of the wider Wirral Peninsula. The locality is primarily made up of housing developments, with a mix of semi-detached and detached homes, many of which were built during the mid to late 20th century. The area is well-served by local amenities, including schools, shops, and community centres, making it a convenient place to live for families. Public transport links are available via nearby bus routes, and the area is accessible by road, with the A550 and A56 providing connections to surrounding towns and cities. Broad Oak is situated close to open spaces and green areas, offering residents opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation.

School Ratings in Broad Oak

Broad Oak is served by 136 schools. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Broad Oak

Property prices average £156K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £100K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Broad Oak

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Broad Oak, with 64 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Broad Oak

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Broad Oak is among the more deprived areas nationally. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income deprivation is more prevalent, with household earnings falling below the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Broad Oak

Most properties in Broad Oak can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 7,067 sales

Average Price £156K
£135 — £13.37M
Detached £250K 1,281
Semi £145K 2,441
Terraced £100K 2,677
Flat £87K 263

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

87 Primary
14 Secondary
35 Other
Mill Green School 0.3 miles Parr Children's Centre 0.3 miles Pace 0.3 miles St Augustine of Canterbury Catholic Academy Secondary 0.3 miles Lansbury Bridge School Good 0.4 miles Broad Oak Community Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Allanson Street Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Merton Bank Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.7 miles St Cuthbert's Catholic High School Secondary Good 0.7 miles St. Mary's Blackbrook Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Ashurst Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Broad Oak IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Broad Oak as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
2/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
5/10
12,438 Children (0-15) 19%
41,460 Working Age 63%
15,270 Older (60+) 23%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 50.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 28.9% 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 Broad Oak 699 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Broad Oak is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

293 Violence & Sexual Offences
64 Criminal Damage & Arson
62 Public Order
61 Shoplifting
59 Drugs
58 Anti-Social Behaviour
28 Other Theft
26 Vehicle Crime
16 Other Crime
13 Burglary
6 Weapons
6 Robbery
4 Bicycle Theft
3 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Merseyside Parr 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

St Helens Central Train Station 1.2 miles
Lea Green Train Station 1.2 miles
St Helens Junction Train Station 1.4 miles
Earlestown Train Station 2.7 miles
Thatto Heath Train Station 2.7 miles
Garswood Train Station 2.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Parr 0.6 miles Moss Nook 0.6 miles Derbyshire Hill 0.9 miles Blackbrook 0.9 miles Sutton 1.2 miles Collins Green 1.4 miles Peasley Cross 1.4 miles Haresfinch 1.8 miles Moss Bank 1.8 miles Earlestown 1.9 miles St Helens 1.9 miles Haydock 2 miles

Local Government

District St. Helens
Ward Peasley Cross & Fingerpost
Constituency St Helens South and Whiston
Parish St. Helens, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in WA9 30 shown View all streets

A569 1 Abbots Hall Avenue 1 Abbotsfield Road 1 Acorn Close 1 Addison Way 2 Adelaide Avenue 3 Agnes Street 1 Aitken Way 1 Alford Avenue 1 Alice Street 1 Allanson Street 1 Alma Place 4 Alma Street 2 Ambergate Close 1 Anemone Way 1 Anne Grove 1 Anne Street 1 Ansdale Wood Drive 1 Applecorn Close 1 Appledore Grove 1 Appleton Road 1 Arabis Gardens 1 Archer Grove 1 Ardwick Street 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashdown Crescent 1 Ashtons Green Drive 4 Aspen Gardens 1 Assam Close 1 Atlas Street 4

Postcodes in WA9 50 shown View all postcodes

WA9 1AD WA9 1AF WA9 1AG WA9 1AH WA9 1AJ WA9 1AL WA9 1AN WA9 1AP WA9 1AR WA9 1AU WA9 1AW WA9 1AX WA9 1AY WA9 1AZ WA9 1BA WA9 1BD WA9 1BE WA9 1BF WA9 1BG WA9 1BH WA9 1BJ WA9 1BL WA9 1BN WA9 1BQ WA9 1BT WA9 1BU WA9 1BW WA9 1BX WA9 1BY WA9 1BZ WA9 1DA WA9 1DF WA9 1DG WA9 1DH WA9 1DL WA9 1DP WA9 1DQ WA9 1DR WA9 1DS WA9 1DU WA9 1DW WA9 1DX WA9 1DY WA9 1DZ WA9 1EB WA9 1ED WA9 1EE WA9 1EF WA9 1EG WA9 1EH