Banks, Lancashire
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Banks /ˈbæŋks/ is a large coastal village in Lancashire, England, south of the Ribble estuary four miles (6 km) north-east of Southport. The village is administered by West Lancashire Borough and North Meols Parish Council. It is in the South Ribble parliamentary constituency. At the 2001 census the population of the North Meols civil parish was 3,792,[1] rising to 4,146 by the 2011 census.[2]
Banks | |
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St Stephen's Church | |
Population | 4,146 (2011 census) |
OS grid reference | SD395212 |
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Country | England |
Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
Post town | SOUTHPORT |
Postcode district | PR9 |
Dialling code | 01704 |
Police | Lancashire |
Fire | Lancashire |
Ambulance | North West |
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Banks is the largest village in the parish of North Meols on the West Lancashire coastal plain. It was primarily an agricultural community due to the excellent soil, although there was fishing activity for many years. Production of flowers and vegetables is common on the farms surrounding the village. The proximity of Southport and Preston have led to its expansion as a dormitory for commuters.