Is L31 4DH a safe place to live?

Yes, L31 4DH is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 2 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in L31 4DH?

The average property price in L31 4DH is currently around £495k.

What is the population of L31 4DH?

The population for the L31 4DH area is approximately 228 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Sefton, North West

MOSS LANE, L31 4DH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MOSS LANE, L31 4DH.

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

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Population

228

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 42,100 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: L31 4DH 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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9/10

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2/10

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7/10

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1/10

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9/10

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2/10

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9/10

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Area Character

L31 4DH is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £495k, 87% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

L31 4DH is a safe, established residential area on Moss Lane, 1.0km from Lydiate in Sefton. Administratively it sits within Park ward and the Sefton Central constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in L31, L31 4DH offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 87% 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 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £495k.

Census 2021 statistics for L31 4DH are sourced from Output Area E00035804 (shared with 23 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 L31 4DH. The average age is 45.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.8%

Asian / British Asian2.2%

Black / African / Caribbean0.9%

Other / Mixed3.1%

Economic Activity

57%Active

FT: 35%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 495,000

1 sales · Mean £ 495,000

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

L31 4DH has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences2

school Local Schools

St Gregory's Catholic Primary School

Good241 pupils0.5 km

Lydiate Primary School

Good257 pupils0.6 km

St Thomas Church of England Primary School, Lydiate

Outstanding213 pupils0.6 km

Northway Primary School

Good359 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby

St Thomas School Club0.6 km
Lydiate Village Centre0.5 km
The Village Diner0.8 km

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby

Go Local0.9 km
Stanleys Newsagents0.9 km
Crusty Cob0.9 km
Bargain Booze0.9 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby

Lydiate Parish Council0.5 km
Treat Night Lydiate0.9 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Weld Blundell Arms0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Town Green2.7 km
Maghull2.8 km
Aughton Park4.0 km

Bus Stops

Pygon's Hill Lane0.2 km
Pygon's Hill Lane0.2 km
Liverpool Road0.5 km
Liverpool Road0.5 km
Lambshear Lane0.5 km