Postcode Analysis Knowsley, North West

MERSTONE CLOSE, L26 9YE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MERSTONE CLOSE, L26 9YE.

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Population

287

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 35,600 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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3/10
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6/10
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3/10
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3/10
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2/10
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10/10
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5/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British96.2%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 5%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences121
Anti-social behaviour85
Criminal damage and arson45
Public order40
Shoplifting25

school Local Schools

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St Mark's Catholic Primary School

Good238 pupils0.3 km
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Finch Woods Academy

Good82 pupils0.5 km
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Plantation Primary School

Good488 pupils0.6 km
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Yew Tree Primary Academy

Good256 pupils0.7 km
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Halewood Academy

Good1085 pupils0.7 km
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Halewood Church of England Primary Academy

Outstanding236 pupils0.8 km
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St Andrew the Apostle Catholic Primary School

Good234 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Halewood Bowling Club0.8 km
restaurant

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
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • ABI Mini Market0.6 km
  • Aldi0.2 km
  • Iceland0.2 km
fastfood

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