L37 1LB is a well-regarded residential area on Montagu Road, 0.9km from Freshfield in Formby. Administratively it sits within Ravenmeols ward and the Sefton Central constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in L37, L37 1LB offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 45 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 90% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
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 L37 1LB are sourced from Output Area E00035444 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MONTAGU ROAD, L37 1LB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MONTAGU ROAD, L37 1LB.
273
45
£ 54,200 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: L37 1LB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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
A sought-after, premium postcode. L37 1LB's low deprivation rank, 90% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for L37 1LB. The average age is 45.0. 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.
school Local Schools
Trinity St Peter's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Formby Golf Club1.0 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Rise Artisan Bakes0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Freshfield1.1 km
- Formby2.5 km
- Ainsdale3.4 km
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Postcode Profile: L371LB · Data under Open Government Licence