L23 9XS is a sought-after residential area on Hillcrest Road, 0.9km from Moor Park in Crosby (Sefton). Administratively it sits within Manor ward and the Sefton Central constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in L23, L23 9XS offers a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 49) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 99% 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 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £432k, down 16.0% 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 L23 9XS are sourced from Output Area E00035612 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HILLCREST ROAD, L23 9XS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILLCREST ROAD, L23 9XS.
341
49
£ 47,000 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: L23 9XS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
L23 9XS is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £432k, 99% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £432k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending down 16.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for L23 9XS. The average age is 48.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 392,000
6 sales · Mean £ 394,916
Semi-Detached
£ 345,000
9 sales · Mean £ 343,433
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
L23 9XS has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Forefield Junior School
Chesterfield High School
Forefield Community Infant and Nursery School
Great Crosby Catholic Primary School
St William of York Catholic Primary School
Newfield School
Holy Family Catholic High School
Crosby High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Best One0.9 km
- Brownmoor Express0.4 km
- Day Lewis Pharmacy0.9 km
- Baileys1.0 km
- Card Factory1.0 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- All Saints with St Frideswyde Church Hall0.1 km
- LCFA Sefton0.7 km
- Endbutt0.9 km
- The Northern Club0.8 km
- Liverpool Ramblers A F C0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Becca's Bites0.9 km
- Annie's Tea Rooms1.0 km
- Company Brunch & Dessert Lounge1.0 km
- All Saints Childrens Ventures Ltd0.2 km
- Rachel's Deli0.4 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Fongs Hot Food0.4 km
- Alexanders Sandwich Bar1.0 km
- The Little Deli0.9 km
- Five Fortunes1.0 km
- Lin's Take Away1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Liverpool Pigeon1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Blundellsands & Crosby2.1 km
- Waterloo (Merseyside)2.2 km
- Hall Road2.7 km
Bus Stops
- Lupton Drive0.1 km
- Newborough Avenue0.2 km
- Lyndhurst Road0.3 km
- Millcroft0.3 km
- Moor Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: L239XS · Data under Open Government Licence