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Tanhouse & Skelmersdale Town Centre

About

Tanhouse & Skelmersdale Town Centre ward is located in West Lancashire, covering a mix of residential and commercial areas. The ward includes parts of Skelmersdale town centre, which serves as a hub for local services and shopping. Tanhouse is a residential neighborhood with a mix of housing types, including terraced homes and modern developments. The area is connected by several key roads, providing access to nearby towns and transport links.

The ward features green spaces like Stanley Park, offering recreational opportunities for residents. Skelmersdale town centre includes a range of shops, cafes, and community facilities, catering to daily needs. Public transport links, including bus routes, connect the area to wider West Lancashire. The ward has a mix of demographics, with families and younger residents making up a significant portion of the population.

Area overview

On average Tanhouse & Skelmersdale Town Centre has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 112 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 37.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Tanhouse & Skelmersdale Town Centre is £36,875 per year. There are 4 schools in Tanhouse & Skelmersdale Town Centre: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

112

Deprivation level

9/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Property prices in Tanhouse & Skelmersdale Town Centre

Based on 58 recent sales, the median property price is £133,750 in Tanhouse & Skelmersdale Town Centre area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £562,500.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Tanhouse & Skelmersdale Town Centre over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	10	£235,500	£200,000	£215,000	£290,000	£446,625
Flats	2	£92,500	£76,750	£83,750	£101,250	£108,250
Semi-Detached	20	£170,000	£105,380	£152,500	£180,500	£196,000
Terraced	26	£115,750	£87,625	£96,325	£126,875	£136,000

10 years median price trend in Tanhouse & Skelmersdale Town Centre

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail