L37 1LA is a sought-after residential area on Montagu Road, 0.1km from Freshfield in Formby. Administratively it sits within Harington ward and the Sefton Central constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in L37, L37 1LA offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 80% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £412k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for L37 1LA are sourced from Output Area E00035418 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MONTAGU ROAD, L37 1LA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MONTAGU ROAD, L37 1LA.
263
50
£ 54,200 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: L37 1LA 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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, L37 1LA combines high owner-occupation (80%), strong property values (£412k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £412k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for L37 1LA. The average age is 50.4. 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
Detached
£ 412,000
1 sales · Mean £ 412,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
L37 1LA has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Formby High School
Trinity St Peter's CofE Primary School
Freshfield Primary School
St Jerome's Catholic Primary School
Woodlands Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Beer Station0.3 km
- Spar0.8 km
- Spar Store1.0 km
- The Little Butcher0.9 km
- Bargain Booze1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Formby Golf Club0.2 km
- Formby Hockey and Squash Club0.7 km
- Formby Ladies' Golf Club0.2 km
- Formby Artisans Golf Club0.2 km
- Formby Lawn Tennis Club0.6 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Kiosk Coffee0.3 km
- Phone A Meal0.8 km
- The Good Catch0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- The Udder Guys0.9 km
- No. 6 Coffee & Kitchen0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Freshfield0.2 km
- Formby1.7 km
- Ainsdale4.1 km
Bus Stops
- Queens Avenue0.3 km
- Freshfield Station0.3 km
- Victoria Road0.3 km
- Freshfield Rail Station0.3 km
- Freshfield Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: L371LA · Data under Open Government Licence