Postcode Analysis Knowsley, North West

BIRCHEN ROAD, L26 9TL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BIRCHEN ROAD, L26 9TL.

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Population

205

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 35,600 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: L26 9TL 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.

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3/10
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6/10
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3/10
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3/10
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2/10
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10/10
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3/10
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9/10
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Area Character

L26 9TL has a significant social housing presence — 44% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 37-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

L26 9TL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Birchen Road, 0.5km from Halewood in Liverpool. Administratively it sits within Halewood South ward and the Garston and Halewood constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, L26 9TL 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 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 44% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 76 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £111k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 L26 9TL are sourced from Output Area E00032584 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for L26 9TL. The average age is 37.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.1%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean2.4%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 104,000

6 sales · Mean £ 104,083

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around L26 9TL is moderate at 76 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.

Violence and sexual offences108
Anti-social behaviour80
Criminal damage and arson39
Public order39
Shoplifting25

school Local Schools

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St Mark's Catholic Primary School

Good238 pupils0.1 km
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Finch Woods Academy

Good82 pupils0.3 km
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Plantation Primary School

Good488 pupils0.6 km
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Halewood Church of England Primary Academy

Outstanding236 pupils0.7 km
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Yew Tree Primary Academy

Good256 pupils0.9 km
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Halewood Academy

Good1085 pupils0.9 km
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St Andrew the Apostle Catholic Primary School

Good234 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • MFG Halewood0.8 km
  • Shop Express0.3 km
  • Halewood News0.5 km
  • Bargain Booze0.5 km
  • Tesco0.3 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Halewood Bowling Club0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • The Brunch Box1.0 km
  • The Hub1.0 km
  • Adventure Cove Cafe0.3 km
  • Everton Football Club0.8 km
  • Keeleys0.3 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • ABI Mini Market0.5 km
  • Aldi0.3 km
  • Iceland0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Subway0.4 km
  • Halewood Fish Bar0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Halewood0.4 km
  • Hunts Cross2.0 km
  • Hough Green3.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Hornbeam Road0.1 km
  • Barncroft Road0.2 km
  • Wood Road0.2 km
  • Baileys Lane0.2 km
  • Barn Croft Road0.2 km