Butterwick Drive is in Liverpool and in Liverpool district. L12 0JQ is located in the Croxteth Country Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Liverpool, West Derby. This postcode has been in use since 1983-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Butterwick Drive, Liverpool, L12 0JQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L12 0JH, L12 0JG, L12 0JJ, L12 0BQ, L12 0JN, L12 0JF, L12 0AX, L12 0BD, L12 0JL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding L12 0JQ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 53.4% | 48.6% | -4.8% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 46.6% | 51.4% | 4.8% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 39% | 38.4% | -0.6% | 37.9% | 0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.4% | 47.8% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 3.6% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 0.4% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 7.6% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 5.8% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.3% | 44.8% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 32.9% | -1.0% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 10.7% | 14.3% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 6% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 2% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.9% | 22.1% | -2.8% | 18.2% | 3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 7.2% | -3.6% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 17.6% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 5.9% | -0.1% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 18.5% | 4.4% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.7% | 26.6% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -7.2% |
| Other | 7.6% | 2.3% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| White | 96.3% | 94% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 94.3% | 93.3% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 3% | 2.8% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 94% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4.4% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.1% | 76.7% | 11.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 9.1% | 13.5% | -4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 18.5% | 37.2% | -18.7% |
| Christian | 72% | 46.2% | 25.8% |
| Muslim | 2.4% | 6.5% | -4.1% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Butterwick Drive was 45.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.7% lower than the Croxteth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Butterwick Drive has the 26th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Croxteth and the 464th lowest crime rate of 1,559 local areas in Liverpool .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 7.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Butterwick Drive, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2025-08-22 | £227,972 |
| 21 Butterwick Drive, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2019-05-09 | £155,050 |
| 25 Butterwick Drive, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £79,000 | 2019-02-01 | £124,685 |
| 10 Butterwick Drive, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2019-01-04 | £181,754 |
| 5 Butterwick Drive, Liverpool, Merseyside Other, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2018-08-29 | £207,196 |
L12 0JQ 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 | 78 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 2,295 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| East Prescot Road Nursery School 86 East Prescot Road , L14 1PW | 4out of 4 | 4,238 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Croxteth Community Primary School Moss Way , L11 0BP | 1out of 4 | 799 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Emmaus Church of England and Catholic Primary School Fir Tree Drive South , Croxteth Park L12 0JE | 4out of 4 | 815 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St Swithin's Catholic Primary School Parkstile Lane , Croxteth L11 0BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,319 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Albert's Catholic Primary School Steers Croft , Stockbridge Village L28 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 1,808 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mab Lane Junior Mixed and Infant School Mab Lane , L12 6QL | 3out of 4 | 2,071 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The De La Salle Academy Carr Lane East , Croxteth L11 4SG | 1out of 4 | 1,334 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| St John Bosco Arts College Storrington Avenue , L11 9DQ | 3out of 4 | 1,653 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Kirkby High School Bracknell Avenue , Kirkby L32 9PP | 2out of 4 | 2,818 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broughton Hall Catholic High School Yew Tree Lane , West Derby L12 9HJ | 2out of 4 | 3,138 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School Honeysgreen Lane , L12 9HZ | 2out of 4 | 3,215 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Park School Haswell Drive , Stockbridge Village L28 1RX | 3out of 4 | 2,489 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bluebell Park School Cawthorne Walk , Southdene L32 3XP | 3out of 4 | 2,533 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Activate The Bracknell Centre , L32 9PW | - not rated | 2,774 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent's School - A Specialist School for Sensory Impairment and Other Needs Yew Tree Lane , West Derby L12 9HN | 4out of 4 | 2,845 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbridge High School 179 Long Lane , Norris Green L9 6AD | 4out of 4 | 3,184 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shinos Coffee Lounge | 9 Langley Close | 641 yd | |
| Old Riding School Cafe | Old Riding School Cafe Croxteth Hall Lane | 1,017 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Karat Dessert Bar | 5 Langley Close | 620 yd | |
| Lins Takeaway | 7 Langley Close | 629 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rhys Jones Centre RHYS JONES SPORTS PITCHES RHYS JONES SPORTS PITCHES LANGLEY CLOSE | artificial grass pitch | 675 yd |
| Emmaus C Of E And Catholic Primary School FIR TREE DRIVE SOUTH | grass pitches | 727 yd |
| Croxteth Primary School (Closed) Moss Way | grass pitches | 873 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 151.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.