Postcode Analysis West Lancashire, North West

L40 0SW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for L40 0SW.

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Population

149

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /yr

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Employed

34%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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3/10
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4/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

L40 0SW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 44% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

L40 0SW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.4km from Burscough Bridge in Burscough. Administratively it sits within Burscough West ward and the West Lancashire constituency.

Day-to-day life in L40 0SW has the character of these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for L40 0SW are sourced from Output Area E00129335 (shared with 13 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 L40 0SW. The average age is 51.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

34%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around L40 0SW is moderate at 54 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences57
Anti-social behaviour41
Shoplifting25
Public order8
Criminal damage and arson6

school Local Schools

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Burscough Bridge Methodist School

Good50 pupils0.2 km
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Burscough Bridge St John's Church of England Primary School

Good167 pupils0.4 km
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Burscough Priory Academy

Good669 pupils0.5 km
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Burscough Village Primary School

Good205 pupils0.6 km
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Burscough Lordsgate Township Church of England Primary School

Good188 pupils1.0 km
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St John's Catholic Primary School, Burscough

Good96 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Spar Stores0.4 km
  • The Lancashire Bread House0.3 km
  • Mersey Vapour0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Cactus Ray's0.3 km
  • Hop Vine0.3 km
  • The Bridge Hotel0.2 km
  • Burscough Cricket Club0.4 km
  • The Sinners Club0.3 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Ali's0.2 km
  • Burscough FC Snack Bar0.2 km
  • DS Smith0.2 km
  • Halo0.3 km
  • Old Packet House0.4 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Superstore0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Original Kebab House0.4 km
  • The Pork Shop0.4 km
  • Burscough Bar0.4 km
  • Village Fish Bar0.3 km
  • Brewsterz0.3 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Burscough Bridge0.2 km
  • Burscough Junction0.9 km
  • New Lane1.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Tesco0.1 km
  • Rail Station0.2 km
  • Rail Station0.2 km
  • Burscough Bridge Rail Station0.2 km
  • Interchange0.2 km