Postcode Analysis Sefton, North West

WESTOVER CLOSE, L31 7BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTOVER CLOSE, L31 7BU.

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Population

255

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Avg Age

57

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Avg Income

£ 44,100 /yr

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Employed

34%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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3/10
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3/10
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4/10
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8/10
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8/10
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9/10
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Area Character

L31 7BU is a settled retirement community — average age 57, 77% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 43.8% year-on-year.

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

L31 7BU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Westover Close, 0.2km from Maghull in Maghull. Administratively it sits within Park ward and the Sefton Central constituency.

For families considering a move, L31 7BU represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. An established, mature community with an average age of 57 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £286k, up 43.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for L31 7BU are sourced from Output Area E00035819 (shared with 5 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 7BU. The average age is 56.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.0%
Asian / British Asian3.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

34%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 279,000

2 sales · Mean £ 279,000

Detached

£ 243,500

3 sales · Mean £ 251,166

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

L31 7BU has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences40
Shoplifting24
Public order16
Criminal damage and arson15
Anti-social behaviour12

school Local Schools

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St Andrews Church of England Primary School, Maghull

Good276 pupils0.5 km
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Deyes High School

Good1359 pupils0.5 km
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St John Bosco Catholic Primary School

Good212 pupils0.6 km
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Green Park Primary School

Good248 pupils0.6 km
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Northway Primary School

Good359 pupils0.9 km
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Maghull High School

Good1014 pupils1.0 km
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Maricourt Catholic High School

Good1212 pupils1.1 km
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St George's Catholic Primary School

Good223 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • The Beeches - Parkhaven Trust0.4 km
  • Costa0.4 km
  • Furusato Bar & Grill0.3 km
  • Greek Taverna0.3 km
  • Piri Piri Express0.3 km
  • + 8 more
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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • Card Factory0.3 km
  • G Callaghan & Son0.3 km
  • Home Bargains0.2 km
  • K & K Meats0.3 km
  • Maghull Post Office0.3 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • WM Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.3 km
  • Co-operative1.0 km
  • Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Jade View Yummy Yum Ltd0.3 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.3 km
  • The Scran Bar0.3 km
  • Gui Garden1.0 km
  • Little Italy0.2 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Coach & Horses0.6 km
  • Millies Bar0.3 km
  • Neptune Beerhouse0.2 km
  • Maghull Town Hall0.8 km
  • The Cabin Coffee & Wine Bar0.3 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Maghull1.4 km
  • Old Roan3.1 km
  • Town Green4.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Stafford Moreton Way0.1 km
  • Stafford Moreton Way0.2 km
  • Shop Lane0.2 km
  • Central Square0.2 km
  • Milton Way0.2 km