L3 5UZ is a lively urban neighbourhood located 0.8km from Liverpool in Liverpool. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Central ward and the Liverpool, Riverside constituency.
Within the L3 district, this postcode is characterised by a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At just 22 years average, the population skews very young — high mobility, strong rental demand, and a dynamic street-level atmosphere. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Liverpool.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 124 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for L3 5UZ are sourced from Output Area E00182971 (shared with 30 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
L3 5UZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for L3 5UZ.
512
22
£ 40,300 /yr
16%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: L3 5UZ 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
At 82% private renter occupancy, L3 5UZ is a landlord-friendly investment zone — high demand, strong yields, and frequent turnover. High crime warrants careful street-level review despite the strong rental demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for L3 5UZ. The average age is 22.1. 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: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around L3 5UZ is above average at 124 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Nicholas Catholic Academy
Pleasant Street Primary School
Abercromby Nursery School
Lipa Primary and High School
St Vincent de Paul Catholic Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery
The Studio School Liverpool
Liverpool Life Sciences UTC
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
89 nearby- Convenience Store0.9 km
- L1 Mini Market0.6 km
- VAPES LIVERPOOL0.7 km
- Duke Street Food & Drink Market0.9 km
- Lindt1.0 km
- + 84 more
Pub, NightClub
100 nearby- The Grapes0.4 km
- The Bears Paw1.0 km
- Avenues0.2 km
- Black Rabbit0.6 km
- Brass Monkey0.8 km
- + 95 more
Restaurant, Cafe
288 nearby- Bon Bon Bakery0.5 km
- Chamber 360.5 km
- China City0.7 km
- Christakis0.6 km
- Il Forno0.6 km
- + 283 more
Supermarkets
13 nearby- Chung Wah Supermarket0.9 km
- Marks & Spencer0.9 km
- Tesco Clayton Square Express0.8 km
- Lidl0.6 km
- Ejoy Asian Foods0.4 km
- + 8 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
16 nearby- Pod Works0.8 km
- Premier Inn0.8 km
- The Printworks Hotel0.4 km
- Hatters Hostel0.2 km
- SBT Liverpool Ltd0.3 km
- + 11 more
Takeaway Shop
90 nearby- Bone and Block0.9 km
- Loxbys0.8 km
- Millies Cookies0.8 km
- Pasta 511.0 km
- WRAP N ROLL0.9 km
- + 85 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Liverpool Central0.5 km
- Liverpool Lime Street0.6 km
- Liverpool0.9 km
Bus Stops
- Rodney Street0.1 km
- Clarence Street0.1 km
- Maryland Street0.1 km
- Arrad Street0.2 km
- Metropolitan Cathedral0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: L35UZ · Data under Open Government Licence