L21 0HJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bridge Croft, 0.3km from Ford in Bootle (Sefton). Administratively it sits within St Oswald ward and the Bootle constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, L21 0HJ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 46% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 75 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £133k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 35.4% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for L21 0HJ are sourced from Output Area E00035408 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRIDGE CROFT, L21 0HJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIDGE CROFT, L21 0HJ.
291
38
£ 29,900 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: L21 0HJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
L21 0HJ has a significant social housing presence — 46% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 38-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population. Property prices are trending up 35.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for L21 0HJ. The average age is 38.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 109,500
2 sales · Mean £ 109,500
Terraced
£ 101,500
2 sales · Mean £ 101,500
Flat
£ 55,000
1 sales · Mean £ 55,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around L21 0HJ is moderate at 75 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
IMPACT
Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School
Hatton Hill Primary School
Holy Spirit Catholic Academy
Rowan Park School
Litherland Moss Primary School
Litherland High School
Chesterfield High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Brownmoor Express0.9 km
- Daily Stop0.4 km
- Dale Acre Mini Market0.4 km
- One Stop0.2 km
- Davey's Chemist0.2 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Fongs Hot Food0.9 km
- Xing Du0.6 km
- Lams0.4 km
- Chams0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Cooksons Bridge0.1 km
- LCFA Sefton0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Teacups0.4 km
- The Bistro0.4 km
- Rachel's Deli0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Daily Stop0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Seaforth & Litherland2.2 km
- Waterloo (Merseyside)2.3 km
- Aintree2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Bridge Croft0.1 km
- Lonsdale Road0.1 km
- Gorsey Avenue0.1 km
- Randall Drive0.2 km
- Ford Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: L210HJ · Data under Open Government Licence