Is L39 0EW a safe place to live?

Yes, L39 0EW is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 12 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of L39 0EW?

The population for the L39 0EW area is approximately 313 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis West Lancashire, North West

L39 0EW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for L39 0EW.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

313

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 45,800 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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8/10

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1/10

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6/10

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1/10

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7/10

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1/10

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7/10

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3/10

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Area Character

L39 0EW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 77% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

L39 0EW is a safe, established residential area located 1.2km from Royal Oak in West Lancashire. Administratively it sits within Bickerstaffe ward and the West Lancashire constituency.

For families considering a move, L39 0EW represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for L39 0EW are sourced from Output Area E00129302 (shared with 15 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 L39 0EW. The average age is 46.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 2%

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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.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

L39 0EW has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour2

Other crime1

Burglary1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Town Green3.7 km
Kirkby4.1 km
Maghull4.4 km