L31 0BS is a sought-after residential area on Heskin Close, 1.1km from Maghull in Lydiate. Administratively it sits within Park ward and the Sefton Central constituency.
For families considering a move, L31 0BS represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 52 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £197k.
Census 2021 statistics for L31 0BS are sourced from Output Area E00035932 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HESKIN CLOSE, L31 0BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HESKIN CLOSE, L31 0BS.
224
52
£ 44,900 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. L31 0BS spans multiple life stages — average age 52, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for L31 0BS. The average age is 51.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 197,500
4 sales · Mean £ 197,498
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
L31 0BS has low crime rates — 16 incidents 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
St Thomas Church of England Primary School, Lydiate
St Gregory's Catholic Primary School
Lydiate Primary School
Northway Primary School
St John Bosco Catholic Primary School
Green Park Primary School
Deyes High School
St Andrews Church of England Primary School, Maghull
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- G Callaghan & Son1.0 km
- Maghull Post Office1.0 km
- Pound Bakery1.0 km
- Go Local0.5 km
- Superdrug Stores Plc1.0 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Costa1.0 km
- St Thomas School Club0.0 km
- Betty's Coffee Shop1.0 km
- Pud Dessert Co - Maghull1.0 km
- Lydiate Village Centre0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Coach & Horses0.7 km
- The Running Horses0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Lydiate Parish Council0.5 km
- Domino's Pizza1.0 km
- Oscars0.7 km
- The Famous Goldstar0.7 km
- Treat Night Lydiate0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Maghull2.2 km
- Town Green3.1 km
- Old Roan4.3 km
Bus Stops
- Kenyons Lane0.1 km
- Coronation Road0.1 km
- Liverpool Road0.2 km
- Oakhill Drive0.2 km
- Oakhill Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: L310BS · Data under Open Government Licence