Postcode Analysis Sefton, North West

BLAKEFIELD ROAD, L23 1UJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLAKEFIELD ROAD, L23 1UJ.

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Population

252

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 29,900 /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: L23 1UJ 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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3/10
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3/10
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7/10
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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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5/10
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2/10
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1/10
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Area Character

L23 1UJ has a significant social housing presence — 51% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. 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

L23 1UJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Blakefield Road, 0.4km from Windles Green in Crosby (Sefton). Administratively it sits within Manor ward and the Sefton Central constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, L23 1UJ is 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a large scale education zone — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 43) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 51% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 25% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £116k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 L23 1UJ are sourced from Output Area E00035601 (shared with 13 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 L23 1UJ. The average age is 42.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.9%
Asian / British Asian3.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 4%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 116,500

2 sales · Mean £ 116,500

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

L23 1UJ has low crime rates — 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences53
Other theft15
Public order9
Criminal damage and arson7
Drugs5

school Local Schools

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Jigsaw Primary Pupil Referral Unit

Good3 pupils0.1 km
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Newfield School

Good90 pupils0.3 km
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St William of York Catholic Primary School

Good235 pupils0.5 km
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Holy Family Catholic High School

Good939 pupils0.9 km
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Chesterfield High School

Good1375 pupils0.9 km
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The Grange Primary School

Good284 pupils1.1 km
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Forefield Junior School

Good357 pupils1.3 km
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IMPACT

Good69 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Best One0.7 km
  • Day Lewis Pharmacy0.7 km
  • Go Local0.9 km
  • Thornton Parish Council0.5 km
  • Post Office0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Becca's Bites0.8 km
  • Subway0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Grapes0.6 km
  • LCFA Sefton0.8 km
  • Nags Head0.5 km
  • Liverpool Ramblers A F C1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Old Roan3.2 km
  • Blundellsands & Crosby3.2 km
  • Waterloo (Merseyside)3.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Masefield Road0.2 km
  • Lydiate Park0.2 km
  • Tanhouse Road0.3 km
  • Tanhouse Road0.3 km
  • Stannyfield Drive0.4 km