About Holt

Holt is a small village located in Merseyside, England, within the postcode area L35. It is surrounded by a mix of agricultural land and residential properties, providing a quiet setting for its inhabitants. The village features a few local shops and amenities, catering to the needs of the community. The nearby area offers various outdoor activities, including walking paths and green spaces, making it suitable for those who enjoy nature. Holt is conveniently situated for access to larger towns and cities in Merseyside, allowing residents to benefit from both the peace of village life and the conveniences of urban living.

School Ratings in Holt

Families in Holt have access to 182 local schools. Rainhill Community Nursery and Whiston Willis Primary Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Holt

Homes sell for an average of £180K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £167K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Holt

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Holt, with 6 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Holt

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Holt 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 Holt

Holt 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 3,420 sales

Average Price £180K
£325 — £2M
Detached £280K 655
Semi £167K 1,608
Terraced £132K 901
Flat £112K 145

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

108 Primary
19 Secondary
55 Other
Longton Lane Community Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Saint Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 0.4 miles St Ann's Church of England Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Whiston Willis Primary Academy Primary Outstanding 0.6 miles St Luke's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Southmead SSCC 0.8 miles Rainhill Community Nursery Nursery Outstanding 0.8 miles St Leo's and Southmead Catholic Primary School Serving the Community Primary Good 0.8 miles Oakdene Primary Academy Primary 1 miles Halsnead Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Tower College 1 miles Prescot Primary School Primary 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Holt IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Holt 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
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
3/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,464 Children (0-15) 18%
28,965 Working Age 62%
12,450 Older (60+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 34% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 21.9% 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 Holt 28 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Holt 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.

15 Violence & Sexual Offences
6 Anti-Social Behaviour
3 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Shoplifting
1 Other Theft
1 Public Order
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

Rainhill Train Station 0.4 miles
Whiston Train Station 0.9 miles
Eccleston Park Train Station 0.9 miles
Prescot Train Station 1.2 miles
Thatto Heath Train Station 1.5 miles
Lea Green Train Station 2.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Rainhill 0.6 miles Whiston 0.6 miles Nut Grove 0.9 miles Whiston Cross 1.2 miles Portico 1.2 miles Rainhill Stoops 1.4 miles Lea Green 1.4 miles Prescot 1.4 miles Eccleston Park 1.4 miles Windy Arbor 1.8 miles Brown Edge 1.8 miles Sutton Heath 1.8 miles

Local Government

District St. Helens
Ward Rainhill
Constituency St Helens South and Whiston
Parish Rainhill
Region North West

Streets in L35 30 shown View all streets

Abbeywood Grove 1 Allendale Avenue 2 Amanda Road 3 Ancholme Close 1 Anderson Close 1 Ansdell Villas Road 1 Arnside Avenue 1 Ash Grove 2 Ashley Close 1 Ashton Avenue 4 Aspinal Street 2 Atherton Drive 1 Badgers Close 1 Banner Hey 2 Bardley Crescent 1 Barrows Cottages 1 Bartholomew Close 2 Batey Avenue 2 Beatty Close 1 Beechwood Grove 1 Bell Lane 2 Berrywood Drive 1 Birch Close 1 Birch Grove 1 Birnam Drive 2 Bishop Drive 2 Bishopdale Drive 1 Blundell Road 3 Blundell's Lane 3 Braithwaite Close 1

Postcodes in L35 50 shown View all postcodes

L35 0LA L35 0LB L35 0LD L35 0LE L35 0LF L35 0LG L35 0LH L35 0LJ L35 0LL L35 0LN L35 0LP L35 0LQ L35 0LR L35 0LS L35 0LT L35 0LU L35 0LW L35 0LX L35 0LY L35 0LZ L35 0NA L35 0NB L35 0ND L35 0NE L35 0NF L35 0NG L35 0NH L35 0NJ L35 0NL L35 0NN L35 0NP L35 0NQ L35 0NR L35 0NS L35 0NT L35 0NU L35 0NW L35 0NX L35 0NY L35 0NZ L35 0PA L35 0PB L35 0PD L35 0PE L35 0PF L35 0PG L35 0PJ L35 0PL L35 0PN L35 0PP