Postcode Analysis Sefton, North West

DODDS LANE, L31 0BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DODDS LANE, L31 0BD.

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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

No single demographic signal dominates L31 0BD — age 53, 93% ownership, 7% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

L31 0BD is a sought-after residential area on Dodds Lane, 0.5km from Maghull in Maghull. Administratively it sits within Sudell ward and the Sefton Central constituency.

For families considering a move, L31 0BD represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. By day, the area transitions to a public administration and security character: public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 53 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 93% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £200k.

Census 2021 statistics for L31 0BD 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 0BD. 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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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 198,750

6 sales · Mean £ 198,000

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

L31 0BD has low crime rates — 25 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 offences36
Shoplifting22
Public order17
Anti-social behaviour14
Criminal damage and arson13

school Local Schools

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Northway Primary School

Good359 pupils0.3 km
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St Thomas Church of England Primary School, Lydiate

Outstanding213 pupils0.7 km
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St Andrews Church of England Primary School, Maghull

Good276 pupils0.7 km
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Deyes High School

Good1359 pupils0.7 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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Lydiate Primary School

Good257 pupils1.0 km
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St Gregory's Catholic Primary School

Good241 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Shake Shack0.7 km
  • Costa0.3 km
  • Furusato Bar & Grill0.4 km
  • Greek Taverna0.7 km
  • Piri Piri Express0.7 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 Ltd0.7 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.3 km
  • + 5 more
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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • Card Factory0.4 km
  • G Callaghan & Son0.4 km
  • Home Bargains0.6 km
  • K & K Meats0.4 km
  • Maghull Post Office0.3 km
  • + 14 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • WM Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.6 km
  • Co-operative0.7 km
  • Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Coach & Horses0.4 km
  • Millies Bar0.7 km
  • Neptune Beerhouse0.7 km
  • The Running Horses0.9 km
  • The Cabin Coffee & Wine Bar0.5 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Maghull1.6 km
  • Town Green3.5 km
  • Old Roan3.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Dodds Lane0.2 km
  • Eastway0.2 km
  • Dodds Lane0.2 km
  • Westway0.3 km
  • Byron Road0.3 km