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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 £166K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £108K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Toll Bar
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Toll Bar, with 64 incidents logged in April 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.
Healthcare in Toll Bar
There are 73 GP surgeries within three miles of Toll Bar, the nearest being The Spinney Medical Ctr. (0.2 miles away).
Local Data for Toll Bar
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Property Prices 5,972 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the WA10 postcode area.
Household Income in Toll Bar ONS 2023
The average total household income in Toll Bar is approximately £40,093 a year before tax, 28% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £32,075. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £32,075.
Businesses in Toll Bar ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,161 active businesses based in Toll Bar, around 29 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 18 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
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.
Crime in Toll Bar 619 crimes · April 2026
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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Toll Bar
Of the 18,454 households in and around Toll Bar, 61% are owned, 18% are socially rented and 21% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Toll Bar.