L38 0BW is a sought-after residential area on School Road, 0.2km from Hightown in Hightown (Sefton). Administratively it sits within Manor ward and the Sefton Central constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in L38, L38 0BW offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 94% 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 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £170k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 L38 0BW are sourced from Output Area E00035619 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SCHOOL ROAD, L38 0BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SCHOOL ROAD, L38 0BW.
298
50
£ 44,100 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: L38 0BW 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
L38 0BW is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £170k, 94% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. 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 L38 0BW. The average age is 49.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 170,000
1 sales · Mean £ 170,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
L38 0BW has low crime rates — 31 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.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Village Store0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Blundellsands Sailing Club0.6 km
- Hightown Bar@kitchen0.1 km
- The Hightown Club0.3 km
- St Stephens Church Hall0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Alt Cafe Hightown0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hightown0.2 km
- Hall Road3.0 km
- Formby3.4 km
Bus Stops
- School Road0.1 km
- School Road0.1 km
- Hightown Station0.1 km
- Thornbeck Avenue0.1 km
- Thornbeck Avenue0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: L380BW · Data under Open Government Licence