Postcode Analysis Sefton, North West

HOWELLS CLOSE, L31 0AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOWELLS CLOSE, L31 0AP.

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Population

268

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 44,900 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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8/10
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7/10
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8/10
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1/10
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6/10
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9/10
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10/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. L31 0AP spans multiple life stages — average age 53, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 10.4% year-on-year.

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

L31 0AP is a sought-after residential area on Howells Close, 0.2km from Maghull in Maghull. Administratively it sits within Sudell ward and the Sefton Central constituency.

For families considering a move, L31 0AP represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. The 53 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 93% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £243k, up 10.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for L31 0AP are sourced from Output Area E00035951 (shared with 7 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 L31 0AP. The average age is 52.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.4%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 243,750

4 sales · Mean £ 248,125

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

L31 0AP has low crime rates — 31 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences57
Shoplifting25
Public order19
Anti-social behaviour15
Criminal damage and arson14

school Local Schools

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Northway Primary School

Good359 pupils0.5 km
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St Andrews Church of England Primary School, Maghull

Good276 pupils0.5 km
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Deyes High School

Good1359 pupils0.5 km
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St John Bosco Catholic Primary School

Good212 pupils0.9 km
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Green Park Primary School

Good248 pupils0.9 km
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St Thomas Church of England Primary School, Lydiate

Outstanding213 pupils0.9 km
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Maricourt Catholic High School

Good1212 pupils1.0 km
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Lydiate Primary School

Good257 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • The Beeches - Parkhaven Trust0.8 km
  • Shake Shack0.7 km
  • Costa0.0 km
  • Furusato Bar & Grill0.2 km
  • Greek Taverna0.5 km
  • + 9 more
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Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Khaja Indian Takeaway0.7 km
  • Maghull Premier Fish Bar0.7 km
  • Subway0.7 km
  • Jade View Yummy Yum Ltd0.5 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.1 km
  • + 5 more
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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • Card Factory0.2 km
  • G Callaghan & Son0.2 km
  • Home Bargains0.4 km
  • K & K Meats0.2 km
  • Maghull Post Office0.1 km
  • + 14 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • WM Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.3 km
  • Co-operative0.6 km
  • Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Coach & Horses0.5 km
  • Millies Bar0.5 km
  • Neptune Beerhouse0.4 km
  • The Running Horses1.0 km
  • The Cabin Coffee & Wine Bar0.2 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Maghull1.4 km
  • Old Roan3.4 km
  • Town Green3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Westway0.1 km
  • Eastway0.1 km
  • Central Square0.1 km
  • Hunt Road0.2 km
  • Central Square0.2 km