L26 0SY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Helmsley Road, 0.1km from Halewood in Liverpool. Administratively it sits within Halewood South ward and the Garston and Halewood constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, L26 0SY 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. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 64% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £110k, 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 L26 0SY are sourced from Output Area E00032583 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HELMSLEY ROAD, L26 0SY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HELMSLEY ROAD, L26 0SY.
216
39
£ 35,600 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: L26 0SY 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.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 64% of tenure in L26 0SY — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 39-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for L26 0SY. The average age is 39.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 120,000
8 sales · Mean £ 129,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around L26 0SY is moderate at 56 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Mark's Catholic Primary School
Halewood Academy
Yew Tree Primary Academy
Plantation Primary School
Finch Woods Academy
Halewood Church of England Primary Academy
St Andrew the Apostle Catholic Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- MFG Halewood0.6 km
- Shop Express0.4 km
- Halewood News0.5 km
- Bargain Booze0.5 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Halewood Bowling Club0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- The Brunch Box0.6 km
- The Hub0.8 km
- Adventure Cove Cafe0.7 km
- Keeleys0.4 km
- Pepe's Peri Peri0.4 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- ABI Mini Market0.7 km
- Aldi0.4 km
- Iceland0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Subway0.4 km
- Halewood Fish Bar0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Halewood0.2 km
- Hunts Cross1.6 km
- Liverpool South Parkway3.9 km
Bus Stops
- Wensley Avenue0.1 km
- Halewood Station0.1 km
- Wensley Avenue0.1 km
- Halewood Rail Station0.2 km
- Halewood Rail Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: L260SY · Data under Open Government Licence