L36 1YF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ripon Close, 1.0km from Huyton in Huyton with Roby. Administratively it sits within St Michaels ward and the Knowsley constituency.
For families considering a move, L36 1YF represents an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £145k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 L36 1YF are sourced from Output Area E00032857 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RIPON CLOSE, L36 1YF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RIPON CLOSE, L36 1YF.
421
33
£ 38,000 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
L36 1YF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 33, 65% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for L36 1YF. The average age is 33.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 145,000
3 sales · Mean £ 131,000
Terraced
£ 124,250
2 sales · Mean £ 124,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
L36 1YF has low crime rates — 39 incidents 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
Willow Tree Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
St Aidan's Catholic Primary School
St Gabriel's CofE Primary School
Lord Derby Academy
Alt Bridge School
Knowsley Central School
St Mary and St Paul's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Lowcost Booze And Food0.6 km
- Mosscroft Post Office0.3 km
- Kelly's Wines0.3 km
- Millers Newsagents0.4 km
- Hollys Mini Mart0.6 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- St Aidans RC Social Club0.8 km
- The Seel Arms0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Lemon And Sugar0.6 km
- Coffee Wagon0.3 km
- Julie's Cafe0.3 km
- Lakeside Bar & Grill0.7 km
- St Gabriels Church0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Select Sandwich Bar0.6 km
- The Chippy0.3 km
- Antonios Cafe0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Huyton1.6 km
- Prescot1.7 km
- Whiston1.7 km
Bus Stops
- Selby Grove0.0 km
- York Road0.1 km
- Essex Road0.2 km
- Bedford Close0.2 km
- Stafford Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: L361YF · Data under Open Government Licence