About Little Altcar

Little Altcar is a small village located in Merseyside, England, within the L37 postcode area. It is situated near the larger town of Formby and is surrounded by a mix of agricultural land and residential areas. The village is primarily residential, offering a quiet environment for its inhabitants. The local amenities are limited, but nearby Formby provides a wider range of shops, restaurants, and services. Little Altcar is also close to the coast, with easy access to sandy beaches and nature reserves. The area is well-connected by road, making it convenient for those wishing to explore the surrounding regions of Merseyside and Lancashire.

School Ratings in Little Altcar

There are 50 schools in and around Little Altcar. Freshfield Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Little Altcar

The average property price is £357K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £276K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Little Altcar

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Little Altcar, with 16 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Little Altcar

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Little Altcar ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Little Altcar

Broadband speeds in Little Altcar are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,730 sales

Average Price £357K
£250 — £6.5M
Detached £485K 1,465
Semi £276K 1,519
Terraced £211K 239
Flat £164K 359

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

29 Primary
7 Secondary
14 Other
Redgate Community Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Our Lady of Compassion Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Freshfield Children's Centre 0.8 miles Freshfield Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.8 miles Formby High School Secondary Good 1 miles St Luke's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Woodlands Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Trinity St Peter's CofE Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Range High School Secondary Good 1.2 miles St Jerome's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Kings Meadow Children's Centre 2.9 miles Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre Primary Good 2.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Little Altcar IMD 2025

Little Altcar is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
7/10
Education
8/10
Health
6/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
8/10
3,906 Children (0-15) 16%
13,382 Working Age 53%
9,583 Older (60+) 38%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7% 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 Little Altcar 107 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Little Altcar sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

34 Violence & Sexual Offences
16 Anti-Social Behaviour
15 Shoplifting
11 Public Order
7 Criminal Damage & Arson
7 Drugs
6 Other Theft
5 Burglary
2 Bicycle Theft
2 Weapons
2 Robbery
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Formby Train Station 0.9 miles
Freshfield Train Station 1.3 miles
Hightown Train Station 1.8 miles
Ainsdale Train Station 3.6 miles
Hall Road Train Station 3.6 miles
Blundellsands And Crosby Train Station 4.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Formby 0.9 miles Great Altcar 1.2 miles Freshfield 1.4 miles Hightown 2 miles Lady Green 2 miles Ince Blundell 2.2 miles Carr Houses 2.2 miles Woodvale 3.1 miles Little Crosby 3.2 miles Haskayne 3.3 miles Homer Green 3.5 miles Barton 3.6 miles

Local Government

District Sefton
County Lancashire
Ward Ravenmeols
Constituency Sefton Central
Parish Formby
Region North West

Streets in L37 30 shown View all streets

A565 1 Abbey Close 3 Abbots Close 2 Albert Road 2 Alderson Crescent 2 Alexandra Road 1 Alt Road 8 Altcar Lane 5 Altcar Road 5 Andrews Close 1 Andrews Lane 4 Andrews Yort 1 Argarmeols Grove 2 Argarmeols Road 3 Ashcroft Road 2 Ashdale Close 1 Ashurst Court 1 Asparagus Trail 1 Aspinall Crescent 1 B5195 1 Badgers Rake 1 Balmoral Drive 2 Barkfield Avenue 2 Barkfield Lane 4 Barton Heys Road 4 Battle Way 1 Beaufort 1 Beech Drive 2 Beech Way 2 Beechwood Drive 5

Postcodes in L37 50 shown View all postcodes

L37 0AA L37 0AB L37 0AD L37 0AE L37 0AF L37 0AH L37 0AL L37 0AN L37 0AP L37 0AQ L37 0AR L37 0AW L37 1LA L37 1LB L37 1LD L37 1LE L37 1LF L37 1LH L37 1LJ L37 1LL L37 1LN L37 1LP L37 1LQ L37 1LR L37 1LS L37 1LT L37 1LU L37 1LW L37 1LX L37 1LY L37 1LZ L37 1NA L37 1NB L37 1ND L37 1NE L37 1NF L37 1NG L37 1NH L37 1NJ L37 1NL L37 1NN L37 1NP L37 1NQ L37 1NR L37 1NS L37 1NT L37 1NU L37 1NW L37 1NX L37 1NY