Is L12 0BQ a safe place to live?

Yes, L12 0BQ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 31 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in L12 0BQ?

The average property price in L12 0BQ is currently around £156k.

What is the population of L12 0BQ?

The population for the L12 0BQ area is approximately 253 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Liverpool, North West

OAKLEY CLOSE, L12 0BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAKLEY CLOSE, L12 0BQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

253

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 43,400 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: L12 0BQ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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8/10

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5/10

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6/10

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7/10

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2/10

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4/10

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5/10

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8/10

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4/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates L12 0BQ — age 50, 83% ownership, 15% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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

L12 0BQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Oakley Close, 0.2km from Craven Wood in Liverpool. Administratively it sits within Croxteth ward and the Liverpool, West Derby constituency.

For families considering a move, L12 0BQ represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £156k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for L12 0BQ are sourced from Output Area E00033774 (shared with 6 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 L12 0BQ. The average age is 49.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.4%

Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

48%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 145,000

2 sales · Mean £ 145,000

Terraced

£ 138,000

3 sales · Mean £ 131,000

Semi-Detached

£ 164,500

2 sales · Mean £ 164,500

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

L12 0BQ has low crime rates — 31 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences51

Criminal damage and arson15

Anti-social behaviour14

Burglary7

Public order7

school Local Schools

Emmaus Church of England and Catholic Primary School

Outstanding474 pupils0.5 km

Croxteth Community Primary School

Inadequate298 pupils0.9 km

Our Lady and St Swithin's Catholic Primary School

Good233 pupils1.3 km

Dixons Croxteth Academy

Inadequate1.4 km

St Albert's Catholic Primary School

Good227 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

Shinos Coffee Lounge0.5 km
The 24 Karat Company0.5 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Lins Takeaway0.5 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Londis0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Fazakerley4.0 km
Kirkby4.2 km
Walton4.7 km

Bus Stops

Crompton Drive0.1 km
Crompton Drive0.1 km
Grayling Drive0.3 km
Veronica Close0.3 km
Veronica Close0.3 km