Postcode Analysis Sefton, North West

BROWS LANE, L37 4ED House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROWS LANE, L37 4ED.

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Population

320

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 45,600 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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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.

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4/10
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6/10
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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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7/10
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10/10
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5/10
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4/10
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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.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

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.

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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

White / British98.1%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

Shoplifting54
Violence and sexual offences47
Anti-social behaviour21
Criminal damage and arson14
Public order10

school Local Schools

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Formby High School

Good1165 pupils0.6 km
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Our Lady of Compassion Catholic Primary School

Good252 pupils0.8 km
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Redgate Community Primary School

Good245 pupils0.9 km
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Freshfield Primary School

Outstanding270 pupils0.9 km
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Woodlands Primary School

Good365 pupils0.9 km
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St Luke's Church of England Primary School

Good384 pupils1.2 km
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St Jerome's Catholic Primary School

Good196 pupils1.2 km
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Trinity St Peter's CofE Primary School

Good242 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
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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
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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
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer Simply Food0.2 km
  • Iceland Foods Plc0.1 km
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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