Postcode Analysis Sefton, North West

WITHENS ROAD, L31 0BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WITHENS ROAD, L31 0BX.

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Population

278

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 44,900 /yr

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Employed

54%

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.

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

L31 0BX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 91% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 4.7% year-on-year.

home £207,166 median price shield Safety 8/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

L31 0BX is a sought-after residential area on Withens Road, 0.6km from Maghull in Lydiate. Administratively it sits within Sudell ward and the Sefton Central constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a town fringe countryside zone — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 42) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 91% 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 £207k, up 4.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for L31 0BX are sourced from Output Area E00035930 (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 0BX. The average age is 41.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 187,500

6 sales · Mean £ 194,125

Terraced

£ 202,500

5 sales · Mean £ 198,700

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

L31 0BX 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 offences35
Anti-social behaviour9
Public order9
Vehicle crime9
Criminal damage and arson8

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 pupils0.5 km
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Lydiate Primary School

Good257 pupils0.8 km
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St Gregory's Catholic Primary School

Good241 pupils0.9 km
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St Andrews Church of England Primary School, Maghull

Good276 pupils0.9 km
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Deyes High School

Good1359 pupils0.9 km
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Green Park Primary School

Good248 pupils1.0 km
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St John Bosco Catholic Primary School

Good212 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Shake Shack0.8 km
  • Costa0.5 km
  • Furusato Bar & Grill0.6 km
  • Greek Taverna0.9 km
  • Piri Piri Express0.9 km
  • + 8 more
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Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Khaja Indian Takeaway0.8 km
  • Maghull Premier Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Subway0.8 km
  • Jade View Yummy Yum Ltd0.9 km
  • Lydiate Parish Council0.9 km
  • + 6 more
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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • Card Factory0.6 km
  • G Callaghan & Son0.5 km
  • Home Bargains0.8 km
  • K & K Meats0.5 km
  • Maghull Post Office0.5 km
  • + 14 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • WM Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.8 km
  • Co-operative0.8 km
  • Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Coach & Horses0.4 km
  • Millies Bar0.9 km
  • Neptune Beerhouse0.9 km
  • The Running Horses0.8 km
  • The Cabin Coffee & Wine Bar0.6 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Maghull1.7 km
  • Town Green3.4 km
  • Old Roan3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Byron Road0.1 km
  • Dodds Lane0.2 km
  • Dodds Lane0.2 km
  • Clent Avenue0.3 km
  • Northway Primary School0.4 km