Marsh Lane is in Bootle and in Sefton district. L20 4JG is located in the Linacre electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bootle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Marsh Lane, Bootle, L20 4JG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L20 4JA, L20 4JB, L20 4EX, L20 4EY, L20 4UL, L20 4HU, L20 4LQ, L20 4LG, L20 4HH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding L20 4JG has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 49.2% | 47.6% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 50.8% | 52.4% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
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 L20 4JG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.8% 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 | 51.4% | 54.8% | 3.4% | 37.9% | 16.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.8% | 25.8% | -2.0% | 44.2% | -18.4% |
| Separated | 7.5% | 2.3% | -5.2% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 10.6% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 6.5% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 (70.5%) 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 | 46.2% | 37.8% | -8.4% | 48.4% | -10.6% |
| Good health | 23.1% | 32.7% | 9.6% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 20.4% | 18.1% | -2.3% | 12.7% | 5.4% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 8.3% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 3.1% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33% | 25.3% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 14.5% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 14% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 0% | 5.9% | 5.9% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 19% | 8.2% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.7% | 17.6% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -16.2% |
| Other | 6.1% | 3.6% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 84.6% | 87.4% | 2.8% | 81.4% | 6.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 8.1% | 2.8% | -5.3% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
In this area, 81.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.1% | 81.1% | -12.0% | 83.2% | -2.1% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 9.8% | 8.3% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 3.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 5.5% | 3.2% | 5.6% | -0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 80.8% | -12.3% | 83.2% | -2.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 7.5% | 7.1% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 5.1% | 3.6% | 2.9% | 2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 3.5% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 1.9% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.9% | 76.7% | -14.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Romania | 4.8% | 0.9% | 3.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 24.2% | 13.5% | 10.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.9% | 37.2% | -16.3% |
| Christian | 63.4% | 46.2% | 17.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Hindu | 3.5% | 1.7% | 1.8% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 10.2% | 6.0% | 4.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marsh Lane was 188.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.6% higher than the Derby average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Marsh Lane has the 26th highest crime rate of 95 local areas in Derby and the 95th highest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 125.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.6%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90 Marsh Lane, Bootle, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2024-05-14 | £86,815 |
| 90 Marsh Lane, Bootle, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2006-12-08 | £68,395 |
| 92 Marsh Lane, Bootle, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £28,000 | 2001-10-26 | £91,902 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Other | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenacre Community Nursery School Province Place , L20 6PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,488 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Nursery School Cambridge Road , Bootle L20 9LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,991 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Everton Nursery School and Family Centre Spencer Street , L6 2WF | 4out of 4 | 5,353 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Catholic Primary School Chesnut Grove , L20 4LX | 3out of 4 | 473 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Gray Primary School Chestnut Grove , L20 4LX | 2out of 4 | 474 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School Seaforth , L21 3TE | 3out of 4 | 1,007 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Linacre Primary School Thornton Road , L20 5ED | 2out of 4 | 1,030 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lander Road Primary School Pennington Road , Litherland L21 8HY | 3out of 4 | 1,075 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's Leadership Academy Hawthornes Fernhill Road , L20 6AQ | 2out of 4 | 1,769 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside High School Breeze Hill , L20 9NU | 1out of 4 | 2,252 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco Netherton Way , L30 2NA | - not rated | 3,072 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Savio Salesian College Netherton Way , L30 2NA | 1out of 4 | 3,072 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alsop High School Queens Drive , L4 6SH | - not rated | 3,103 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 | 1,655 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool Progressive School Rice Lane , Walton L9 1NR | - not rated | 2,742 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Everton Free School 42 Spellow Lane , L4 4DF | 3out of 4 | 3,253 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Turning Point Academy Essex House , Bridle Road L30 4UE | - not rated | 3,335 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Park School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | 4out of 4 | 3,343 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cavendish View School 99 Cavendish Drive , Walton L9 1NB | - not rated | 3,401 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Leonard's Youth & Community Centre | 60 Peel Road | 295 yd | |
| Kindfulness Coffee Club | 164 Knowsley Road | 498 yd | |
| Compass Group at Asda | 81 Strand Road | 573 yd | |
| The Appletree, (May Logan Cent | May Logan Health Centre, 294 Knowsley Road | 585 yd | |
| Harrisons Tea Room | Unit 1b, Stella Nova, Washington Parade | 714 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brunswick Youth Club | Brunswick Boys Club, Marsh Lane | 173 yd | |
| Salisbury Hotel | 129 Marsh Lane | 192 yd | |
| The Alexandra | 194-196 Marsh Lane | 443 yd | |
| Queens Hotel | 114 Knowsley Road | 537 yd | |
| The Jolly's | 280 Marsh Lane | 712 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Rongs | 95 Marsh Lane | 66 yd | |
| Via Fast Food Ltd | 97 Marsh Lane | 71 yd | |
| BN's Peri Peri | 59 Marsh Lane | 89 yd | |
| Dong Sing | 127 Marsh Lane | 171 yd | |
| Big Bear Takeaway | 1a Marsh Lane | 260 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores | 81 Strand Road | 573 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 94-97 New Strand The Hexagon | 788 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Unit 16 Parkside | 835 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Washington Parade | 843 yd | |
| Lidl | 290 Marsh Lane | 879 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bootle Leisure Centre Washington Parade | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 614 yd |
| The Fitness Connection 81-83 81-83 SEAFORTH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,076 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 | 71.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 71.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 72.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 128.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.