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.
WESTOVER CLOSE, L31 7BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTOVER CLOSE, L31 7BU.
255
57
£ 44,100 /yr
34%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
St Andrews Church of England Primary School, Maghull
Deyes High School
St John Bosco Catholic Primary School
Green Park Primary School
Northway Primary School
Maghull High School
Maricourt Catholic High School
St George's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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
Supermarkets
3 nearby- WM Morrison Supermarkets Ltd0.3 km
- Co-operative1.0 km
- Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd0.3 km
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
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
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Postcode Profile: L317BU · Data under Open Government Licence