Postcode Analysis Sefton, North West

BARKFIELD LANE, L37 1LZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARKFIELD LANE, L37 1LZ.

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Population

294

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 54,200 /yr

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Employed

36%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: L37 1LZ 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.

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9/10
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8/10
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4/10
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6/10
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1/10
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8/10
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7/10
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10/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. L37 1LZ's low deprivation rank, 93% ownership, and £337k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £337k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

L37 1LZ is a sought-after residential area on Barkfield Lane, 0.8km from Formby in Formby. Administratively it sits within Harington ward and the Sefton Central constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in L37, L37 1LZ offers a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The 53 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 93% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £337k. 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 1LZ are sourced from Output Area E00035431 (shared with 11 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 L37 1LZ. The average age is 52.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.7%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 335,000

3 sales · Mean £ 315,000

Detached

£ 340,000

4 sales · Mean £ 342,500

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

L37 1LZ has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour6
Other theft4
Shoplifting4
Drugs4
Violence and sexual offences4

school Local Schools

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St Jerome's Catholic Primary School

Good196 pupils0.5 km
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Woodlands Primary School

Good365 pupils0.6 km
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Formby High School

Good1165 pupils0.6 km
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St Luke's Church of England Primary School

Good384 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Formby Luncheon Club0.9 km
  • St Jeromes Parochial Hall0.7 km
  • FCD Coffee Lounge0.1 km
  • No. 6 Coffee & Kitchen0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Beer Station0.7 km
  • Spar Store0.2 km
  • Walker's Pharmacy0.1 km
  • Graham Eyes Quality Butchers0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Formby Golf Club0.8 km
  • Formby Ladies' Golf Club0.8 km
  • Pinewoods0.3 km
  • Formby Artisans Golf Club0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Kiosk Coffee0.7 km
  • The Good Catch0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Freshfield0.8 km
  • Formby0.9 km
  • Hightown4.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Barkfield Lane0.1 km
  • Wicks Green0.1 km
  • Harington Close0.3 km
  • Holmwood Gardens0.3 km
  • Birch Green0.4 km