PR9 8GS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.9km from Banks in Banks. Administratively it sits within North Meols ward and the South Ribble constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 50) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 97% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for PR9 8GS are sourced from Output Area E00129443 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PR9 8GS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PR9 8GS.
450
50
£ 41,400 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. PR9 8GS spans multiple life stages — average age 50, moderate ownership and renting. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PR9 8GS. The average age is 49.6. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PR9 8GS has low crime rates — 17 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
Banks Methodist School
Banks St Stephen's CofE School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Debz Deli0.7 km
- New Sui Wah0.7 km
- Banks Village Chippy0.7 km
- Bravo's Pizzeria0.7 km
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Banks Filling Station0.9 km
- Banks Leisure Centre0.3 km
- Mackays Newsagents0.6 km
- Bargain Express0.7 km
- Co-Operative Group Food Limited0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- St Stephens Sports And Social Club0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Ralph's Wife's0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Meols Cop5.6 km
- Bescar Lane6.2 km
- Southport6.9 km
Bus Stops
- Methodist School0.4 km
- Methodist School0.4 km
- Smithy Corner0.4 km
- Fleetwood Drive0.5 km
- Smithy Corner0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: PR98GS · Data under Open Government Licence