Porlock Avenue is in Liverpool and in Liverpool district. L16 9JT is located in the Childwall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Liverpool, Wavertree. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Porlock Avenue, Liverpool, L16 9JT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L16 9JU, L16 9JS, L16 0JF, L16 0JH, L16 9JG, L16 9JQ, L16 9JR, L16 0JJ, L16 9JW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around L16 9JT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.9% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.1% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of L16 9JT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.9% | 27.7% | 4.8% | 37.9% | -10.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64% | 61.8% | -2.2% | 44.2% | 17.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 3% | 3.6% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -5.5% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 4% | -3.2% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.9% | 61.8% | 10.9% | 48.4% | 13.4% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 29.2% | -5.2% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 10.7% | 5% | -5.7% | 12.7% | -7.7% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 3.4% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 51.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.4% | 10% | -4.4% | 18.2% | -8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.9% | 8% | -0.9% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 13.7% | -5.4% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 2% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 13.3% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.9% | 51.8% | 9.9% | 33.8% | 18.0% |
| Other | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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 | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 94.8% | 92.9% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
| Arab | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 96.6% | 96.9% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 1.6% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 96.3% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.3% | 76.7% | 18.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 3.4% | 13.5% | -10.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 16.9% | 37.2% | -20.3% |
| Christian | 72.8% | 46.2% | 26.6% |
| Jewish | 2.8% | 0.5% | 2.3% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Porlock Avenue was 33.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.8% lower than the Allerton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Porlock Avenue has the 33rd lowest crime rate of 66 local areas in Allerton and the 314th lowest crime rate of 1,559 local areas in Liverpool .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.7%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Porlock Avenue, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £555,000 | 2025-01-10 | £575,116 |
| 10 Porlock Avenue, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2024-05-20 | £517,558 |
| 11 Porlock Avenue, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2021-03-12 | £551,165 |
| 9 Porlock Avenue, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £484,000 | 2020-07-03 | £685,718 |
| 8 Porlock Avenue, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2011-10-07 | £504,224 |
L16 9JT area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
L16 9JT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in L16 9JT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 3,349 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chatham Place Nursery School 139 Earle Road , L7 6HD | 3out of 4 | 4,129 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Childwall Church of England Primary School Woolton Road , L16 0JD | 4out of 4 | 268 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Bishop Eton Catholic Primary School Green Lane , Mossley Hill L18 2EP | 4out of 4 | 860 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rudston Primary School Rudston Road , L16 4PQ | 3out of 4 | 1,170 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King David Primary School Childwall Rd , L15 6WU | 3out of 4 | 1,278 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic Primary School Meadway , Wavertree L15 7LZ | 3out of 4 | 1,545 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Francis Xavier's College Woolton Hill Road , Woolton L25 6EG | 2out of 4 | 1,025 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| King David High School 116 Childwall Road , L15 6WU | 4out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Calderstones School Harthill Road , Allerton L18 3HS | 2out of 4 | 1,231 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Childwall Sports & Science Academy Queen's Drive , L15 6XZ | 2out of 4 | 1,416 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateacre School Hedgefield Road , Belle Vale L25 2RW | 2out of 4 | 1,966 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool College Queen's Drive , Mossley Hill L18 8BG | 3out of 4 | 2,790 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool Hope University Hope Park , L16 9JD | - not rated | 371 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Childwall Abbey School Childwall Abbey Road , Childwall L16 5EY | 3out of 4 | 694 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlerton House Preparartory School 145 Menlove Avenue , Liverpool L18 3EE | - not rated | 756 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolton High School Woolton Hill Road , Woolton L25 6JA | 3out of 4 | 1,025 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Abbot's Lea School Beaconsfield Road , Woolton L25 6EE | 4out of 4 | 1,107 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool Hope Onsite Catering | Refectory, Liverpool Hope University College Hope Park | 472 yd | |
| Elior UK (Staff Canteen) | Lime Pictures Limited, 86 Childwall Abbey Road | 504 yd | |
| May's Thai Restaurant | 4 Childwall Abbey Road | 684 yd | |
| Childwall Abbey Hotel | Childwall Abbey Hotel Childwall Abbey Road | 701 yd | |
| Boss Burgers | 171 Dunbabin Road | 749 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xaverian | The Xavierian Club, St Francis Xavier's Catholic Academy Beaconsfield Road | 949 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zara's Hub | 42 Childwall Abbey Road | 651 yd | |
| Abbey Friar | 34 Childwall Abbey Road | 657 yd | |
| Subway | 37 Gateacre Park Drive | 1,038 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 41 Gateacre Park Drive | 1,033 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Childwall C Of E Primary School WOOLTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 358 yd |
| Hope Park Sports TAGGART AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 471 yd |
| Ashfield School (Closed) Childwall Abbey Road | grass pitches | 645 yd |
| East Wavertree Lawn Tennis Club 129A 129A DUNBABIN ROAD | tennis courts | 916 yd |
| St Francis Xaviers College Woolton Hill Road | grass pitches, squash courts, swimming pool | 955 yd |
| Exclusive Fitness & Beauty Lounge (Ladies Only) (Closed) 251-253 251-253 Woolton Road | health and fitness suite | 980 yd |
| Lower Lee School (Closed) Beaconsfield Road | 1,020 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 249.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.