Finch Lane is in Knotty Ash, Liverpool and in Liverpool district. L14 4AF is located in the West Derby Deysbrook 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 Finch Lane, Knotty Ash, Liverpool, L14 4AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L12 6QW, L14 4AQ, L12 6QJ, L12 9JQ, L12 6QB, L14 8XG, L12 9HW, L12 6QH, L12 6QG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding L14 4AF has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 50.4% | 48.8% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 49.6% | 51.2% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 | 36.7% | 40.1% | 3.4% | 37.9% | 2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.5% | 42.8% | -0.7% | 44.2% | -1.4% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 4.5% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 5.9% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 6.8% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 40.7% | 50.6% | 9.9% | 48.4% | 2.2% |
| Good health | 41.1% | 30.5% | -10.6% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 13% | 14.5% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 3% | 2.8% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 24.5% | 17.5% | -7.0% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.8% | 5.5% | -14.3% | 9.6% | -4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 8.8% | -6.0% | 13.4% | -4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 21.7% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.7% | 40.6% | 22.9% | 33.8% | 6.8% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3.2% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.9% | 3.2% | 1.3% | 3.1% | 0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.7% | 95.2% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 96.3% | 95.1% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 95.5% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.5% | 76.7% | 12.8% |
| Ireland | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 6.9% | 13.5% | -6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21.4% | 37.2% | -15.8% |
| Christian | 71.4% | 46.2% | 25.2% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Finch Lane was 17.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.7% lower than the West Derby Deysbrook average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Finch Lane has the lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in West Derby Deysbrook and the 124th lowest crime rate of 1,559 local areas in Liverpool .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.6%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 323 Finch Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-10-26 | £121,130 |
| 331 Finch Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2021-02-05 | £185,833 |
| 333 Finch Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2020-11-04 | £162,576 |
| 327 Finch Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2018-04-24 | £168,394 |
| 329 Finch Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2007-11-13 | £248,757 |
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Prescot Road Nursery School 86 East Prescot Road , L14 1PW | 4out of 4 | 2,324 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellergreen Nursery School and Childcare Centre Ellergreen Road , Norris Green L11 2RY | 4out of 4 | 3,273 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mab Lane Junior Mixed and Infant School Mab Lane , L12 6QL | 3out of 4 | 537 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blueberry Park Ackers Hall Avenue , L14 2DY | 3out of 4 | 956 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Brigid's Catholic Primary School Waterpark Drive , Stockbridge Village L28 7RE | 2out of 4 | 1,021 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackmoor Park Junior School Leyfield Road , L12 9HB | 3out of 4 | 1,023 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackmoor Park Infants' School 45-65 Leyfield Road , West Derby L12 9EY | 2out of 4 | 1,171 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broughton Hall Catholic High School Yew Tree Lane , West Derby L12 9HJ | 2out of 4 | 868 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School Honeysgreen Lane , L12 9HZ | 2out of 4 | 1,045 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| St Edward's College Sandfield Park , L12 1LF | 4out of 4 | 2,204 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holly Lodge Girls' College 140 Mill Lane , West Derby L12 7LE | 2out of 4 | 2,693 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The De La Salle Academy Carr Lane East , Croxteth L11 4SG | 1out of 4 | 2,779 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Vincent's School - A Specialist School for Sensory Impairment and Other Needs Yew Tree Lane , West Derby L12 9HN | 4out of 4 | 476 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| NexGen Academy Dovecot Multi Activity Centre , Back of Dovecot Place L14 9BA | - not rated | 1,389 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadow Park School Haswell Drive , Stockbridge Village L28 1RX | 3out of 4 | 1,622 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifford Holroyde Specialist Sen College Thingwall Lane , L14 7NX | 3out of 4 | 2,071 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Hospital and Home Tuition Team at Sandfield Park School Sandfield Walk , West Derby L12 1LH | - not rated | 2,166 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dovecot and Princess Drive Community Association | 235B Finch Lane | 484 yd | |
| Maggie Mays Community Cafe | Cafe, St Vincents School For The Blind And Partially Sighted Yew Tree Lane | 492 yd | |
| Dovecot Community & Social Club | Dovecot Labour Club Kingsheath Avenue | 618 yd | |
| The Deysbrook | 235 Deysbrook Lane | 910 yd | |
| Les Christabelles Cove | Unit 4, Deysbrook Parade Deysbrook Lane | 984 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ploughman | 44-45 Marled Hey, Stockbridge Village | 925 yd | |
| The Bull Dog | 142 Leyfield Road | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jumbo Takeaway | Jumbo City Restaurant Princess Drive | 290 yd | |
| Marmaris Special | 243 Finch Lane | 411 yd | |
| Jin Yuan | 237 Finch Lane | 476 yd | |
| Pizza Perfect | 70 Baycliff Road | 482 yd | |
| Sweet carolina | 235A Finch Lane | 489 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Limited | 22 - 26 Finch Road | 546 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Supermarket Deysbrook Lane | 858 yd | |
| Nisa Stockbridge Village | Parrys Supermarket, 17 The Croft | 1,056 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Derby Golf Club YEW TREE LANE | golf | 394 yd |
| St Vincents School YEW TREE LANE | athletics tracks, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 497 yd |
| Mab Lane Youth Centre CROXDALE ROAD WEST | 515 yd | |
| Mab Lane Playing Fields (Closed) Mab Lane | grass pitches | 666 yd |
| Colwell Primary School (Closed) Colwell Road | grass pitches | 705 yd |
| St Brigids Rc School Waterpark Drive | 960 yd | |
| Blackmoor Park Junior School LEYFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,088 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 | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| 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 | 110.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.