Postcode Analysis Sefton, North West

HESKIN CLOSE, L31 0BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HESKIN CLOSE, L31 0BS.

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Population

224

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 44,900 /yr

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Employed

46%

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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8/10
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7/10
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8/10
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9/10
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1/10
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5/10
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5/10
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9/10
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4/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British99.1%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 0%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences22
Anti-social behaviour8
Criminal damage and arson4
Burglary3
Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

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St Thomas Church of England Primary School, Lydiate

Outstanding213 pupils0.1 km
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St Gregory's Catholic Primary School

Good241 pupils0.5 km
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Lydiate Primary School

Good257 pupils0.5 km
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Northway Primary School

Good359 pupils0.7 km
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St John Bosco Catholic Primary School

Good212 pupils1.2 km
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Green Park Primary School

Good248 pupils1.2 km
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Deyes High School

Good1359 pupils1.4 km
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St Andrews Church of England Primary School, Maghull

Good276 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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

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
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Coach & Horses0.7 km
  • The Running Horses0.8 km
fastfood

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
local_grocery_store

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