About Melling

Melling is a village located in Merseyside, England, within the postcode area L31. It lies approximately six miles north of Liverpool city centre and is easily accessible via the A59 road. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern housing. Melling also has several local amenities, including shops and schools, catering to the needs of its residents. The area is served by Melling railway station, which connects it to nearby towns and cities, making it a convenient location for commuters. Melling's surroundings include green spaces and parks, providing opportunities for outdoor activities. The village is close to the River Alt, which adds to the local landscape. Overall, Melling offers a quiet community atmosphere while still being within reach of larger urban areas.

School Ratings in Melling

Families in Melling have access to 183 local schools. St Thomas Church of England Primary School, Lydiate is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Melling

Homes sell for an average of £276K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £211K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Melling

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Melling, with 16 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Melling

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Melling 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 Melling

Melling 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 4,730 sales

Average Price £276K
£910 — £93.4M
Detached £313K 1,114
Semi £211K 2,431
Terraced £181K 632
Flat £110K 315

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

104 Primary
21 Secondary
58 Other
Hudson Children's Centre Requires Improvement 0.5 miles Hudson Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Summerhill Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles St George's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Maricourt Catholic High School Secondary Good 0.8 miles Holy Rosary Catholic Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Melling Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Maghull High School Secondary Good 1.1 miles Deyes High School Secondary 1.1 miles St Andrews Church of England Primary School, Maghull Primary 1.1 miles Aintree Davenhill Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Eden SSCC 1.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Melling IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Melling 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
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
6/10
5,620 Children (0-15) 16%
21,230 Working Age 59%
11,877 Older (60+) 33%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.8% 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 Melling 103 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Melling 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.

47 Violence & Sexual Offences
16 Public Order
12 Anti-Social Behaviour
10 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Burglary
5 Other Theft
4 Vehicle Crime
2 Weapons
1 Drugs
1 Robbery
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Maghull Train Station 0.6 miles
Old Roan Train Station 1.2 miles
Maghull North Train Station 1.3 miles
Kirkby (Merseyside) Train Station 1.3 miles
Fazakerley Train Station 2 miles
Aintree Train Station 2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Waddicar 0.9 miles Melling Mount 1.4 miles Maghull 1.4 miles Aintree 1.4 miles Westvale 1.8 miles Netherton 1.9 miles Tower Hill 1.9 miles Sefton 2 miles Moss Side 2 miles Kirkby 2.2 miles Fazakerley 2.5 miles Lunt 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Sefton
County Lancashire
Ward Sudell
Constituency Sefton Central
Parish Maghull
Region North West

Streets in L31 30 shown View all streets

Acres Lane 1 Aisthorpe Grove 1 Aldykes 1 Alexander Drive 2 Alexander Wharf 1 Alscot Close 1 Alt Avenue 1 Altcar Lane 4 Ambleside Road 1 Andrew Avenue 1 Angers Lane 1 Apsley Brow 1 Aragon Close 2 Arcadia Avenue 2 Archers Fold 1 Artisan Drive 1 Ashleigh Road 1 Avondale Avenue 1 Bailey Way 1 Bank Lane 1 Bankhouse Drive 3 Barnes Drive 2 Bartlett Close 1 Bedford Avenue 2 Beech Avenue 2 Beechfield 2 Beechway Avenue 1 Bell's Close 2 Bell's Lane 4 Birch Close 1

Postcodes in L31 50 shown View all postcodes

L31 0AA L31 0AB L31 0AE L31 0AG L31 0AH L31 0AJ L31 0AL L31 0AN L31 0AP L31 0AQ L31 0AR L31 0AS L31 0AT L31 0AU L31 0AW L31 0AX L31 0AY L31 0AZ L31 0BA L31 0BB L31 0BD L31 0BE L31 0BF L31 0BG L31 0BH L31 0BJ L31 0BL L31 0BN L31 0BP L31 0BQ L31 0BR L31 0BS L31 0BT L31 0BU L31 0BW L31 0BX L31 0BY L31 0BZ L31 0DA L31 0DB L31 0DD L31 0DE L31 0DF L31 0DG L31 0DJ L31 0DQ L31 0EB L31 1AA L31 1AD L31 1AE