L37 4DU is a sought-after residential area on Chapel Lane, 0.6km from Formby in Formby. Administratively it sits within Harington ward and the Sefton Central constituency.
For renters and young professionals, L37 4DU offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 40% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 4DU are sourced from Output Area E00035874 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHAPEL LANE, L37 4DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHAPEL LANE, L37 4DU.
320
43
£ 45,600 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: L37 4DU represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. L37 4DU's low deprivation rank, 59% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for L37 4DU. The average age is 42.6. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
L37 4DU has low crime rates — 43 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Formby High School
Our Lady of Compassion Catholic Primary School
Freshfield Primary School
Redgate Community Primary School
Woodlands Primary School
Trinity St Peter's CofE Primary School
St Luke's Church of England Primary School
St Jerome's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Boots The Chemist Limited0.1 km
- BP Express Shopping0.8 km
- Formby Wines & Spirits0.6 km
- One Stop Shop0.3 km
- Oxfam0.2 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Formby Little Theatre Club0.2 km
- Lux 370.1 km
- The Tin Shed0.1 km
- The Village Inn0.1 km
- Cross House Inn0.3 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
35 nearby- Caffe Nero0.0 km
- Delish0.2 km
- Formby Luncheon Club0.3 km
- Formby Pool Trust0.1 km
- Geees' Coffee0.2 km
- + 30 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Marks & Spencer Simply Food0.1 km
- Iceland Foods Plc0.0 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Amigos0.6 km
- Formby Express0.4 km
- Formby Grill House and Pizzeria0.1 km
- The Butchers Kitchen0.7 km
- George's Plaice0.7 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Formby0.7 km
- Freshfield1.3 km
- Hightown3.5 km
Bus Stops
- Formby Town Centre0.0 km
- Formby Village0.0 km
- Formby Village0.1 km
- Furness Avenue0.2 km
- Cropton Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: L374DU · Data under Open Government Licence