Moving to Prescot (L35)

Halton · Knowsley

Planning a move to L35? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Prescot area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to Prescot. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in Prescot

Based on 497 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in L35 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£200,000
Average Price (all types)£219,460

By Property Type

Detached£347,500 (92 sales)
Semi-Detached£210,000 (244 sales)
Terraced£150,000 (134 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£99,000 (15 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in Prescot

Prescot recorded 1% fewer crimes than the national average per postcode district — indicating a relatively safe area to live and raise a family.

L35 Total Crimes (13 months)2,607
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average1% below average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences1,168 (26% above avg)
Anti-social Behaviour305 (28% below avg)
Public Order265 (46% above avg)
Vehicle Crime64 (52% below avg)
Shoplifting137 (37% below avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson224 (17% above avg)
Burglary45 (53% below avg)
Other Theft86 (51% below avg)
Drugs204 (119% above avg)
Robbery9 (75% below avg)
Theft from Person3 (94% below avg)
Bicycle Theft9 (61% below avg)
Possession of Weapons25 (4% below avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in Prescot

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In Prescot, council tax is managed by Knowsley. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

BandProperty Value (1991)Annual Rate
A£0 – £40,000£1658.83
B£40,001 – £52,000£1935.31
C£52,001 – £68,000£2211.78
D£68,001 – £88,000£2488.25
E£88,001 – £120,000£3041.19
F£120,001 – £160,000£3594.14
G£160,001 – £320,000£4147.08
H£320,001+£4976.50

Figures are estimated from the published Band D rate. Actual charges may vary slightly. Property values are based on 1991 valuations used by the Valuation Office Agency.

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Essential Services Near Prescot

59.4 / 100 — This convenience score reflects how well-served the L35 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population — giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)29

Green Spaces in Prescot

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in L35 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

92% of residential postcodes in L35 have green space within walking distance, making this an exceptionally green area to live in.

Schools in Prescot

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the L35 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted — the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Outstanding schools (total)2
Primary1
Secondary0
Nursery1

Broadband in Prescot

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for L35 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

77.1 / 100 — Overall broadband quality score for the L35 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)97.0%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)92.5%
Gigabit capable92.5%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)0.1%

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Energy Performance in Prescot

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for L35 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be — which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandC
Median EPC score71
Total rated properties7085

Homes in L35 average EPC Band C. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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