L7 0LY is an up-and-coming urban area on Prescot Road, 0.2km from Elm Park in Liverpool. Administratively it sits within Kensington and Fairfield ward and the Liverpool, Wavertree constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, L7 0LY is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 120 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for L7 0LY are sourced from Output Area E00033945 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PRESCOT ROAD, L7 0LY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRESCOT ROAD, L7 0LY.
240
38
£ 31,500 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: L7 0LY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 40% of tenure in L7 0LY — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for L7 0LY. The average age is 38.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around L7 0LY is above average at 120 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Harmonize Academy AP Free School
St Sebastian's Catholic Primary School and Nursery
Kensington Primary School
The Academy of St Francis of Assisi
New Park Primary School
St Michael's Catholic Primary School
Phoenix Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
36 nearby- Alby’s0.4 km
- Ali's Supermarket0.4 km
- Dwa Koty Polish Food0.2 km
- Getir UK Limited0.8 km
- International FS0.3 km
- + 31 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Adelaide House Hostel0.8 km
- Maple Hotel0.8 km
- Devonshire House Hotel0.3 km
- Travelodge1.0 km
- Beechmount Hotel0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Liver Vaults0.5 km
- Newsham Park Hotel0.8 km
- SIR WALTER RALEIGH0.7 km
- Lister Hotel0.1 km
- St Michaels Irish Centre0.9 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
27 nearby- All Nations Cafe1.0 km
- Capaldis0.2 km
- Golden Empire Chinese Restaurant0.2 km
- Hindu Cultural Organisation0.4 km
- Salina Cafe0.3 km
- + 22 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Kensington Superstore0.1 km
- Iceland0.0 km
- Iceland Foods Ltd1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
19 nearby- Alan's Kitchen0.1 km
- Best Spicy House0.8 km
- Caspian Fast Food0.3 km
- Chunkies0.3 km
- Hello Pizza0.1 km
- + 14 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Edge Hill1.1 km
- Wavertree Technology Park1.6 km
- Liverpool Lime Street2.3 km
Bus Stops
- Kelso Road0.0 km
- Prescot Road0.1 km
- Phillmore Road0.1 km
- Romer Road0.2 km
- Onslow Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: L70LY · Data under Open Government Licence