L33 6XB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Birbeck Road, 0.9km from Red Brow in Kirkby. Administratively it sits within Northwood ward and the Knowsley constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, L33 6XB is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 36) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 35% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £103k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for L33 6XB are sourced from Output Area E00032671 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BIRBECK ROAD, L33 6XB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BIRBECK ROAD, L33 6XB.
341
36
£ 35,400 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: L33 6XB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
L33 6XB has a significant social housing presence — 35% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for L33 6XB. The average age is 35.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 97,000
10 sales · Mean £ 86,700
Semi-Detached
£ 62,500
5 sales · Mean £ 73,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
L33 6XB has low crime rates — 49 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Marie's Catholic Primary School
Northwood Community Primary School (With Designated Special Provision)
All Saints Catholic High School
Eastcroft Park School
St Laurence's Catholic Primary School
Kirkby CofE Primary School
Park Brow Community Primary School
Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Quarry Green Tenants Association0.5 km
- The Peacock Hotel0.4 km
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Londis0.5 km
- MP Food And Wines0.4 km
- Protein Bargain Wholesale1.0 km
- Quarry Green Off Licence0.5 km
- Rowlands Pharmacy0.5 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Costa Coffee1.0 km
- Frankie And Bobby's0.8 km
- Tasty Goodies0.8 km
- The Academy0.7 km
- The Maples Bistro0.8 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Golden Star Fish And Chips0.4 km
- Kirkby Fast Foods0.5 km
- Pizza Delight0.5 km
- Quarry Cafe0.5 km
- Curry Pot And Mario0.8 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kirkby2.2 km
- Maghull4.6 km
- Fazakerley4.9 km
Bus Stops
- Birbeck Road0.1 km
- Brook Hey Drive0.2 km
- Simonswood Lane0.2 km
- Brook Hey Drive0.2 km
- Quarryside Drive0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: L336XB · Data under Open Government Licence