L37 4ED is a sought-after residential area on Brows Lane, 0.6km from Formby in Formby. Administratively it sits within Harington ward and the Sefton Central constituency.
For renters and young professionals, L37 4ED 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 is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £60k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 25.0% year-on-year. 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 4ED are sourced from Output Area E00035874 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BROWS LANE, L37 4ED House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROWS LANE, L37 4ED.
320
43
£ 45,600 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: L37 4ED 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 4ED's low deprivation rank, 59% ownership, and £60k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 25.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for L37 4ED. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 60,000
3 sales · Mean £ 65,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around L37 4ED is moderate at 50 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
Redgate Community Primary School
Freshfield Primary School
Woodlands Primary School
St Luke's Church of England Primary School
St Jerome's Catholic Primary School
Trinity St Peter's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Boots The Chemist Limited0.2 km
- BP Express Shopping0.9 km
- Formby Wines & Spirits0.5 km
- One Stop Shop0.4 km
- Oxfam0.3 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Formby Little Theatre Club0.2 km
- Lux 370.2 km
- The Tin Shed0.0 km
- The Village Inn0.2 km
- Cross House Inn0.4 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
34 nearby- Caffe Nero0.1 km
- Delish0.0 km
- Formby Luncheon Club0.2 km
- Formby Pool Trust0.1 km
- Geees' Coffee0.0 km
- + 29 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Marks & Spencer Simply Food0.2 km
- Iceland Foods Plc0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Amigos0.5 km
- Formby Express0.5 km
- Formby Grill House and Pizzeria0.1 km
- The Butchers Kitchen0.8 km
- George's Plaice0.8 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Formby0.6 km
- Freshfield1.3 km
- Hightown3.5 km
Bus Stops
- Formby Village0.1 km
- Formby Town Centre0.1 km
- Formby Village0.1 km
- Cropton Road0.2 km
- Elbow Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: L374ED · Data under Open Government Licence