About Toll Bar

Toll Bar is a locality situated in Merseyside, England, within the postcode area WA10. This area is primarily residential, offering a mix of housing types, including semi-detached and terraced homes. It is conveniently located near the town of St Helens, providing easy access to local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks. The area is well-connected by public transport, making it easy for residents to travel to nearby towns and cities. The surrounding region features various recreational facilities, including sports clubs and green spaces, catering to a range of interests. Overall, Toll Bar serves as a practical base for those looking to enjoy the conveniences of suburban living while being close to the larger urban areas of Merseyside.

School Ratings in Toll Bar

Toll Bar is served by 133 schools. Bleak Hill Primary School, St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School and Carmel College are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Toll Bar

Property prices average £162K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £105K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Toll Bar

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Public order accounts for the highest share in Toll Bar, with 61 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Toll Bar

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Toll Bar 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 Toll Bar

Most properties in Toll Bar 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 6,146 sales

Average Price £162K
£105 — £8.25M
Detached £323K 650
Semi £184K 1,907
Terraced £105K 2,767
Flat £78K 434

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

87 Primary
12 Secondary
34 Other
Carmel College 16 plus Outstanding 0.4 miles Thatto Heath Children's Centre 0.7 miles St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Devon Street Primary 0.7 miles Thatto Heath Community Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles St Austin's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Nutgrove Methodist Primary School Primary 0.8 miles De La Salle School Secondary 0.8 miles Eccleston Mere Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Queen's Park CofE/Urc Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles St Helens College 16 plus 1 miles St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.1 miles Central Link Children's Centre Inadequate 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Toll Bar IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Toll Bar 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
4/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
5/10
Health
3/10
Housing
9/10
Living Environment
4/10
8,887 Children (0-15) 17%
33,052 Working Age 63%
13,719 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 37.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 22.6% 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 Toll Bar 578 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Toll Bar 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.

234 Violence & Sexual Offences
61 Public Order
53 Shoplifting
49 Anti-Social Behaviour
45 Criminal Damage & Arson
44 Drugs
25 Vehicle Crime
18 Other Theft
17 Other Crime
14 Burglary
7 Robbery
5 Weapons
4 Bicycle Theft
2 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Merseyside West Park 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

Thatto Heath Train Station 0.6 miles
Eccleston Park Train Station 1.2 miles
St Helens Central Train Station 1.4 miles
Lea Green Train Station 1.7 miles
Rainhill Train Station 1.9 miles
Prescot Train Station 2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Grange Park 0 yards Ravenhead 0.6 miles West Park 0.6 miles Newtown 0.6 miles Portico 0.9 miles Brown Edge 0.9 miles Sutton Heath 0.9 miles Thatto Heath 0.9 miles St Helens 0.9 miles Eccleston 0.9 miles Nut Grove 1.2 miles Denton's Green 1.2 miles

Local Government

District St. Helens
Ward St. Helens Town Centre
Constituency St Helens South and Whiston
Parish St. Helens, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in WA10 30 shown View all streets

"Red Rocks" 1 Abberley Close 1 Abbey Road 2 Acacia Grove 1 Ackers Lane 3 Ainsworth Road 1 Albert Street 1 Albion Street 6 Alder Hey Road 6 Alexandra Drive 1 Alexandra Street 1 Alfred Street 2 Alpine Close 1 Ansdell Drive 1 Appleby Way 1 Argyle Street 2 Arnold Avenue 1 Arnot Close 1 Atherton Street 1 Austin Avenue 2 Ayrshire Gardens 1 Bailey Way 1 Baldwin Street 2 Balfour Street 2 Bank Street 2 Banner Street 2 Barrow Street 1 Barrowfield Road 3 Bates Crescent 1 Bath Street 31

Postcodes in WA10 50 shown View all postcodes

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