Inner Forum is in Liverpool and in Liverpool district. L11 5BQ is located in the Norris Green electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Liverpool, West Derby. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Inner Forum, Liverpool, L11 5BQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L11 5BD, L11 3BR, L11 5BH, L11 5BG, L11 5AT, L11 5BJ, L11 3BT, L11 5AX, L11 3BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding L11 5BQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 50% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 49.1% | 50% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around L11 5BQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.6% | 50.6% | 10.0% | 37.9% | 12.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.6% | 30% | -13.6% | 44.2% | -14.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 7.8% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 8.3% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.1% | 47.7% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 27.5% | 23.1% | -4.4% | 33.6% | -10.5% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 13.8% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 13.1% | 6.3% | 4.0% | 9.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around L11 5BQ this area, 29.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.7% | 29.4% | -3.3% | 18.2% | 11.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 15.6% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23% | 16.7% | -6.3% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 3.3% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.1% | 12.8% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.7% | 19.4% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -14.4% |
| Other | 3% | 2.8% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% | 2.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.8% | 96.2% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
In this area, 94.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.6% | 94.2% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 1.5% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 94.2% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 2.3% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.4% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.8% | 76.7% | -0.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.6% | 13.5% | 6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.1% | 37.2% | -9.1% |
| Christian | 68.5% | 46.2% | 22.3% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Inner Forum was 178.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 125.0% higher than the Fazakerley North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Inner Forum has the 6th highest crime rate of 52 local areas in Fazakerley North and the 320th highest crime rate of 1,559 local areas in Liverpool .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 116.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 119 Inner Forum, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2024-08-02 | £138,902 |
| 131 Inner Forum, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £79,000 | 2024-02-02 | £92,529 |
| 125 Inner Forum, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-06-23 | £143,625 |
| 106 Inner Forum, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-01-20 | £177,010 |
| 118 Inner Forum, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £131,000 | 2022-05-20 | £152,499 |
L11 5BQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellergreen Nursery School and Childcare Centre Ellergreen Road , Norris Green L11 2RY | 4out of 4 | 745 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Nursery School Cambridge Road , Bootle L20 9LQ | 3out of 4 | 3,827 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| East Prescot Road Nursery School 86 East Prescot Road , L14 1PW | 4out of 4 | 4,310 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacre Community Nursery School Province Place , L20 6PJ | 3out of 4 | 4,499 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Everton Nursery School and Family Centre Spencer Street , L6 2WF | 4out of 4 | 4,570 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellesbourne Community Primary School Abbotsford Road , L11 5BA | 3out of 4 | 300 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ranworth Square Primary School Ranworth Square , Norris Green L11 3DG | 3out of 4 | 431 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa of Lisieux Catholic Primary School Utting Avenue East , Norris Green L11 1DB | 3out of 4 | 523 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leamington Community Primary School Leamington Road , Norris Green L11 7BT | 3out of 4 | 556 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St Philomena's Catholic Primary School Sparrow Hall Road , L9 6BU | 3out of 4 | 769 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John Bosco Arts College Storrington Avenue , L11 9DQ | 3out of 4 | 1,282 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The De La Salle Academy Carr Lane East , Croxteth L11 4SG | 1out of 4 | 1,556 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Archbishop Beck Catholic College 55 Long Lane , Fazakerley L9 7BF | 2out of 4 | 2,398 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holly Lodge Girls' College 140 Mill Lane , West Derby L12 7LE | 2out of 4 | 2,507 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Alsop High School Queens Drive , L4 6SH | - not rated | 2,550 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hugh Baird College Balliol Road , L20 7EW | - not rated | 4,429 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redbridge High School 179 Long Lane , Norris Green L9 6AD | 4out of 4 | 956 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bank View High School 177 Long Lane , L9 6AD | 4out of 4 | 978 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Heights High School 1a Dyson Hall Drive , Fazakerley L9 7HA | 3out of 4 | 1,427 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birtenshaw School Merseyside 82 Higher Lane , Liverpool L9 7AB | - not rated | 1,492 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Peregrinate School 14 Swinderby Drive , Melling L31 1JW | - not rated | 1,612 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TASTY POLISH COOKING | 251 Utting Avenue East | 599 yd | |
| Subway | 26 Lorenzo Drive | 725 yd | |
| The cove | 299 Utting Avenue | 793 yd | |
| Safis Desserts | 1 Broad Lane Precinct | 820 yd | |
| Sector8 | 2, Broadway Market Broad Lane | 827 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evergreen Sports & Social Club | 170 Parthenon Drive | 497 yd | |
| Sir Thomas Norris | 4 Broad Lane Precinct | 805 yd | |
| Broadway Country Club | The Broadway Country Club Broad Lane | 887 yd | |
| Our Lady of Sorrows Parochial Centre | Our Lady Of Sorrows Parish Club Pirrie Road | 939 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Britannia Fast Food Liverpool | 2 Carr Lane | 507 yd | |
| Yang Sing | 160 Scargreen Avenue | 544 yd | |
| Deep Pan Express | 170 Scargreen Avenue | 560 yd | |
| Pizza Avenue | 245 Utting Avenue East | 561 yd | |
| S & S Sandwiches | 173 Scargreen Avenue | 564 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 40 Lorenzo Drive | 727 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 3 Broad Lane Precinct | 783 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Scargreen Recreation Ground SCARGREEN AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 373 yd |
| Norris Green Youth Centre TOWNSEND AVENUE | 562 yd | |
| Lifestyles Ellergreen SITE OF FRONT 2 ELLERGREEN ROAD SITE OF FRONT 2 ELLERGREEN ROAD ELLERGREEN ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 603 yd |
| Dwerry House Playing Field (Closed) Carr Lane | grass pitches | 616 yd |
| The Queen Mary School (Closed) Long Lane | grass pitches | 948 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 168 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.