L26 9YE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Merstone Close, 0.4km from Halewood in Liverpool. Administratively it sits within Halewood South ward and the Garston and Halewood constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, L26 9YE 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. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 27% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 69 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £151k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 3.4% year-on-year. 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 9YE are sourced from Output Area E00032586 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MERSTONE CLOSE, L26 9YE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MERSTONE CLOSE, L26 9YE.
287
40
£ 35,600 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: L26 9YE 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
Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 40, L26 9YE has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 3.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for L26 9YE. The average age is 40.2. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 162,500
4 sales · Mean £ 163,375
Terraced
£ 114,000
2 sales · Mean £ 114,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around L26 9YE is moderate at 69 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
Finch Woods Academy
Plantation Primary School
Yew Tree Primary Academy
Halewood Academy
Halewood Church of England Primary Academy
St Andrew the Apostle Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- MFG Halewood0.6 km
- Shop Express0.2 km
- Halewood News0.6 km
- Bargain Booze0.6 km
- Tesco0.2 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Halewood Bowling Club0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- The Brunch Box0.8 km
- The Hub0.8 km
- Adventure Cove Cafe0.3 km
- Everton Football Club0.9 km
- Keeleys0.2 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- ABI Mini Market0.6 km
- Aldi0.2 km
- Iceland0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Subway0.3 km
- Halewood Fish Bar0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Halewood0.3 km
- Hunts Cross1.8 km
- Hough Green3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Barncroft Road0.0 km
- Wood Road0.1 km
- Halewood Station0.1 km
- Halewood Shopping Centre0.1 km
- Halewood Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: L269YE · Data under Open Government Licence