About Peasley Cross

Peasley Cross is a residential area located in Merseyside, England, within the postcode area WA9. It is situated near the town of St Helens, providing easy access to local amenities and services. The area features a mix of housing, including semi-detached and terraced homes, catering to a variety of residents. Transport links are convenient, with nearby bus routes and access to the motorway network, making it easy to travel to surrounding towns and cities. Local parks and green spaces offer opportunities for outdoor activities, while schools and shops are within a short distance, contributing to the community's accessibility and functionality.

School Ratings in Peasley Cross

Families in Peasley Cross have access to 152 local schools. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Peasley Cross

Homes sell for an average of £156K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £100K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Peasley Cross

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Peasley Cross, with 64 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Peasley Cross

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Peasley Cross within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Peasley Cross

Peasley Cross 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 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

93 Primary
18 Secondary
41 Other
Robins Lane Community Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles St Anne's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Eaves Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Sutton Children's Centre 0.5 miles Sutton Oak CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Sherdley Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Allanson Street Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles St Cuthbert's Catholic High School Secondary Good 0.9 miles The Sutton Academy Secondary Good 0.9 miles Willow Tree Primary School Primary 1 miles Lansbury Bridge School Good 1 miles Mill Green School 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Peasley Cross IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Peasley Cross experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

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 Peasley Cross 699 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Peasley Cross are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

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
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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

Lea Green Train Station 0.4 miles
St Helens Junction Train Station 0.7 miles
St Helens Central Train Station 1.3 miles
Thatto Heath Train Station 1.8 miles
Rainhill Train Station 2.5 miles
Eccleston Park Train Station 2.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Sutton 0.6 miles Sutton Leach 0.6 miles Parr 0.9 miles Moss Nook 0.9 miles Marshall's Cross 0.9 miles Brown Edge 1.2 miles Sutton Heath 1.2 miles Thatto Heath 1.2 miles Clock Face 1.2 miles Ravenhead 1.4 miles Derbyshire Hill 1.4 miles Lea Green 1.4 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