Postcode Analysis Sefton, North West

RIVERSIDE, L38 0BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RIVERSIDE, L38 0BU.

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Population

241

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Avg Age

59

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Avg Income

£ 44,100 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: L38 0BU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10
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5/10
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3/10
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3/10
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2/10
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8/10
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3/10
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9/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Average age 59, 86% owned. L38 0BU is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 103.8% year-on-year.

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

L38 0BU is a sought-after residential area on Riverside, 0.2km from Hightown in Hightown (Sefton). Administratively it sits within Manor ward and the Sefton Central constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in L38, L38 0BU offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 59 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 86% 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £241k, up 103.8% year-on-year. 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 L38 0BU are sourced from Output Area E00035618 (shared with 10 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 L38 0BU. The average age is 58.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%
Asian / British Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 275,000

4 sales · Mean £ 287,500

Flat

£ 150,000

11 sales · Mean £ 148,363

Semi-Detached

£ 220,000

1 sales · Mean £ 220,000

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

L38 0BU has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour15
Violence and sexual offences10
Public order5
Criminal damage and arson4
Shoplifting4

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Village Store0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Blundellsands Sailing Club0.6 km
  • Hightown Bar@kitchen0.3 km
  • The Hightown Club0.6 km
  • St Stephens Church Hall0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Alt Cafe Hightown0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hightown0.4 km
  • Hall Road3.1 km
  • Formby3.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Thornbeck Avenue0.1 km
  • Thornbeck Avenue0.2 km
  • School Road0.3 km
  • Thornbeck Avenue0.3 km
  • School Road0.3 km