L40 1SB is a sought-after residential area on Liverpool Road, 0.2km from Rufford in Rufford (West Lancashire). Administratively it sits within Rufford ward and the South Ribble constituency.
For serious buyers, L40 1SB is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 76% 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 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £421k.
Census 2021 statistics for L40 1SB are sourced from Output Area E00129466 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LIVERPOOL ROAD, L40 1SB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LIVERPOOL ROAD, L40 1SB.
357
51
£ 41,400 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: L40 1SB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, L40 1SB combines high owner-occupation (76%), strong property values (£421k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £421k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for L40 1SB. The average age is 50.8. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 347,475
2 sales · Mean £ 347,475
Detached
£ 570,000
1 sales · Mean £ 570,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
L40 1SB has low crime rates — 30 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.
school Local Schools
Rufford CofE School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- R Sephton & Son0.0 km
- Causeway Farm Shop0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Hesketh Arms0.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Boathouse Brasserie0.2 km
- Manor House Farm Bed & Breakfast0.2 km
- Rufford Old Hall0.5 km
- Tastebuds0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rufford0.6 km
- Burscough Bridge3.6 km
- Hoscar4.1 km
Bus Stops
- Hesketh Arms0.0 km
- The Paddock0.1 km
- Hesketh Arms0.1 km
- The Paddock0.2 km
- Church Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: L401SB · Data under Open Government Licence