Postcode Analysis Knowsley, North West

L70 2QA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for L70 2QA.

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Population

358

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 33,600 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: L70 2QA 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.

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10/10
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3/10
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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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1/10
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2/10
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2/10
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7/10
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Area Character

With 48% social renting, L70 2QA is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

L70 2QA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.6km from Briton, Little in Kirkby. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Cherryfield ward and the Knowsley constituency.

Within the L70 district, this postcode is characterised by 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. By day, the area transitions to a manufacturing, energy and utilities character: manufacturing, energy and utilities. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 L70 2QA are sourced from Output Area E00032517 (shared with 40 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 L70 2QA. The average age is 38.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.1%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

L70 2QA has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences4
Drugs2
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Park Brow Community Primary School

Good463 pupils1.1 km
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St Laurence's Catholic Primary School

Good376 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Copper Pot0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Protein Bargain Wholesale0.8 km
  • Fans Supporting Foodbanks0.6 km
  • Sweets N Stuff Bouquets Ltd0.8 km
  • Texaco /Spar0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • Fun Time Knowsley Ltd0.3 km
  • Virtual Reality Hub Limited0.2 km
  • Olive Catering1.0 km
  • OCS Catering (Phoenix House)0.6 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Euro Garages Ltd0.7 km
  • Pat's Place0.8 km
  • Curry Pot And Mario0.9 km
  • Jackymundos0.4 km
  • Java To Go0.3 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kirkby3.3 km
  • Fazakerley5.2 km
  • Maghull6.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Admin Road0.1 km
  • Admin Road0.1 km
  • Admin Road0.1 km
  • QVC0.1 km
  • Admin Road0.2 km