Is L26 6LJ a safe place to live?

Yes, L26 6LJ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 22 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in L26 6LJ?

The average property price in L26 6LJ is currently around £580k.

What is the population of L26 6LJ?

The population for the L26 6LJ area is approximately 363 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Knowsley, North West

RECTORY DRIVE, L26 6LJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RECTORY DRIVE, L26 6LJ.

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

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Population

363

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 47,600 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: L26 6LJ 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.

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9/10

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10/10

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4/10

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7/10

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1/10

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8/10

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7/10

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10/10

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9/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, L26 6LJ combines high owner-occupation (98%), strong property values (£580k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £580k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

L26 6LJ is a safe, established residential area on Rectory Drive, 0.9km from Halewood in Liverpool. Administratively it sits within Halewood South ward and the Garston and Halewood constituency.

For serious buyers, L26 6LJ is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 98% 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £580k.

Census 2021 statistics for L26 6LJ are sourced from Output Area E00172016 (shared with 7 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 L26 6LJ. The average age is 41.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.3%

Asian / British Asian5.6%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed4.2%

Economic Activity

59%Active

FT: 40%

Unemployed: 3%

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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 485,250

2 sales · Mean £ 485,250

Semi-Detached

£ 495,995

1 sales · Mean £ 495,995

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

L26 6LJ has low crime rates — 22 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences32

Anti-social behaviour10

Criminal damage and arson10

Public order10

Other theft6

school Local Schools

Halewood Church of England Primary Academy

Outstanding236 pupils0.2 km

Plantation Primary School

Good488 pupils0.3 km

St Mark's Catholic Primary School

Good238 pupils0.7 km

Finch Woods Academy

Good82 pupils0.8 km

Yew Tree Primary Academy

Good256 pupils1.2 km

Halewood Academy

Good1085 pupils1.2 km

Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Good340 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Halewood News0.3 km
Bargain Booze0.3 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Halewood Bowling Club0.2 km

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Supermarkets

1 nearby

ABI Mini Market0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Halewood0.6 km
Hunts Cross2.2 km
Hough Green3.5 km

Bus Stops

Helston Avenue0.1 km
Hollies Road0.1 km
Hollies Road0.2 km
Church Road0.2 km
Elwyn Drive0.3 km