It is a ward within the Metropolitan Borough of St Helens and forms part of the parish of Bold.

Historically a part of Lancashire, the village and area is so named because of a large clock face that adorned the Inn.

It contains developing woodlands, meadow areas and a fishing pond leased to a local angling club.

The area is currently served by Lea Green railway station on the northern route of the Liverpool to Manchester Line.

Arriva North West operate bus services in Clock Face, routes 32/32A, 30 and 33 link the area to St Helens Hospital and the Town Centre.