PR9 9GL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Salcombe Drive, 1.1km from Marshside in Southport. Administratively it sits within Cambridge ward and the Southport constituency.
For families considering a move, PR9 9GL represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. Outside of residential hours, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £199k, up 21.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PR9 9GL are sourced from Output Area E00035236 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SALCOMBE DRIVE, PR9 9GL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SALCOMBE DRIVE, PR9 9GL.
195
50
£ 38,600 /yr
52%
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 9GL spans multiple life stages — average age 50, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 21.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PR9 9GL. The average age is 50.0. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 162,500
9 sales · Mean £ 169,277
Detached
£ 212,000
1 sales · Mean £ 212,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PR9 9GL has low crime rates — 18 incidents 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
Marshside Primary School
Stanley High School
Peterhouse School
Larkfield Primary School
Crossens Nursery School
Presfield High School and Specialist College
St John's Church of England Primary School
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Fuelcart Retail Ltd0.8 km
- News N Booze Store0.4 km
- Preston New Road Post Office & Convenience Store0.6 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Fylde Road Pharmacy0.2 km
- Morrisons Daily0.8 km
- Co-op0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Fylde Fish Bar0.2 km
- Straits Kitchen0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Marsh Harrier0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Langdons of Southport0.6 km
- Hibs Coffee House0.1 km
- Nostalgia Tea Rooms0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Meols Cop3.2 km
- Southport3.9 km
- Birkdale5.5 km
Bus Stops
- Seaton Way0.1 km
- Totnes Drive0.1 km
- Singleton Close0.2 km
- The Shrimper0.2 km
- Fylde Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PR99GL · Data under Open Government Licence