About New Boston

New Boston is a suburb located in Merseyside, England, within the postcode area WA11. It is situated close to the town of St Helens and offers a mix of residential housing and local amenities. The area is primarily residential, with various shops, schools, and parks serving the community. The suburb is well-connected by road, making it convenient for those commuting to nearby towns and cities. Public transport options are also available, providing easy access to the surrounding areas. New Boston features a range of facilities that cater to the needs of its residents, including recreational spaces and local services.

School Ratings in New Boston

New Boston is served by 146 schools. Grange Valley Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in New Boston

Property prices average £226K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £162K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in New Boston

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Public order accounts for the highest share in New Boston, with 25 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in New Boston

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, New Boston falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in New Boston

Most properties in New Boston 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 4,587 sales

Average Price £226K
£150 — £75.7M
Detached £314K 581
Semi £162K 2,413
Terraced £118K 1,240
Flat £94K 143

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

90 Primary
16 Secondary
40 Other
Haydock English Martyrs' Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles St James' Church of England Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Grange Valley Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.8 miles Ascent Autism Specialist College 0.9 miles The Byrchall High School Secondary Good 0.9 miles St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, Ashton-in-Makerfield Secondary Good 1 miles Outwood Academy Haydock Secondary 1 miles Lyme Community Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Haydock Children's Centre 1.2 miles Legh Vale Primary School Primary 1.2 miles St Oswald's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles R L Hughes Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in New Boston IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places New Boston in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
5/10
Health
3/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
5/10
8,675 Children (0-15) 17%
31,446 Working Age 60%
15,932 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 33.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 17.4% 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 New Boston 265 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

New Boston experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

125 Violence & Sexual Offences
25 Public Order
22 Anti-Social Behaviour
21 Criminal Damage & Arson
15 Drugs
15 Vehicle Crime
13 Other Theft
10 Burglary
8 Other Crime
4 Weapons
4 Shoplifting
2 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Merseyside Haydock 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

Garswood Train Station 1.3 miles
Earlestown Train Station 1.7 miles
Bryn Train Station 2 miles
Newton-Le-Willows Train Station 2.2 miles
St Helens Junction Train Station 3.2 miles
St Helens Central Train Station 3.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Old Boston 0.6 miles Haydock 0.6 miles Earlestown 1.2 miles Blackbrook 1.4 miles Ashton-in-Makerfield 1.4 miles Garswood 1.4 miles Tithe Barn Hillock 1.4 miles Newton-Le-Willows 1.8 miles Town Green 1.8 miles Bryn 1.9 miles Collins Green 2 miles Downall Green 2 miles

Local Government

District St. Helens
County Lancashire
Ward Haydock
Constituency St Helens North
Parish St. Helens, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in WA11 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Road 3 Abbeyway North 1 Abbeyway South 2 Acton Close 1 Africander Road 2 Albury Close 2 Alder Lane 5 Alfred Road 2 Alfred Street 1 All Saints Court 2 Allan Road 1 Almond Close 1 Ambleside Place 1 Andover Road 2 Ansty Close 1 Antrim Close 1 Arbury Avenue 1 Arnian Road 1 Arnian Way 1 Arnside Avenue 1 Arran Close 1 Arrowsmith Road 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashbury Drive 1 Ashurst Close 1 Ashurst Drive 6 Askett Close 1 Astley Close 2 Austell Close 1 Avery Road 2

Postcodes in WA11 50 shown View all postcodes

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