L31 8DE is a sought-after residential area on West Meade, 0.7km from Maghull in Maghull. Administratively it sits within Park ward and the Sefton Central constituency.
For serious buyers, L31 8DE is a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 97% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £231k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for L31 8DE are sourced from Output Area E00035815 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEST MEADE, L31 8DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST MEADE, L31 8DE.
277
51
£ 42,100 /yr
45%
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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, L31 8DE combines high owner-occupation (97%), strong property values (£231k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £231k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for L31 8DE. The average age is 51.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Detached
£ 295,000
3 sales · Mean £ 277,000
Semi-Detached
£ 167,000
5 sales · Mean £ 184,990
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
L31 8DE has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St John Bosco Catholic Primary School
Green Park Primary School
St Andrews Church of England Primary School, Maghull
Deyes High School
Maghull High School
Lydiate Primary School
Northway Primary School
St Gregory's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- The Beeches - Parkhaven Trust0.7 km
- Costa0.9 km
- Furusato Bar & Grill0.8 km
- Greek Taverna0.9 km
- Piri Piri Express0.9 km
- + 6 more
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Card Factory0.7 km
- G Callaghan & Son0.7 km
- Home Bargains0.8 km
- K & K Meats0.7 km
- Maghull Post Office0.8 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- WM Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.8 km
- Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Jade View Yummy Yum Ltd0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza0.8 km
- The Scran Bar0.8 km
- Little Italy0.8 km
- Oscars0.7 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Coach & Horses0.7 km
- Millies Bar0.9 km
- Neptune Beerhouse0.8 km
- The Running Horses0.8 km
- The Cabin Coffee & Wine Bar0.8 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Maghull2.0 km
- Old Roan3.4 km
- Town Green4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Milton Way0.3 km
- Shop Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: L318DE · Data under Open Government Licence