Spenser Street is in Bootle and in Sefton district. L20 4LW 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 Spenser Street, Bootle, L20 4LW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L20 4LN, L20 4LL, L20 4LJ, L20 4LQ, L20 4LH, L20 4JB, L20 4LG, L20 4JZ, L20 4LF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding L20 4LW 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 | 51.8% | 48.6% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 48.2% | 51.4% | 3.2% | 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.
In the immediate area around L20 4LW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 55.1% 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 | 57.3% | 55.1% | -2.2% | 37.9% | 17.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 21.6% | 25.6% | 4.0% | 44.2% | -18.6% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 4.3% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 11.5% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 3.4% | -3.1% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 | 36.3% | 40.6% | 4.3% | 48.4% | -7.8% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 32.4% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 16.4% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 8% | 9.6% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 5.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 1.1% | -2.5% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 L20 4LW this area, 36.2% 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 18.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.2% | 36.2% | -8.0% | 18.2% | 18.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 10.2% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.1% | 11.9% | -11.2% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 9.4% | 7.4% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 11.1% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 7% | 18.7% | 11.7% | 33.8% | -15.1% |
| Other | 4% | 2.6% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 3.2% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 92.4% | 89.4% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 8.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2.8% | 0.4% | -2.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 86.5% 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 | 96.8% | 86.5% | -10.3% | 83.2% | 3.3% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 6% | 4.8% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 6% | 4.8% | 5.6% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 86.5% | -9.5% | 83.2% | 3.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.4% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 1.8% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.4% | 76.7% | -4.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 3.9% | 1.3% | 2.6% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 19.4% | 13.5% | 5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.1% | 37.2% | -10.1% |
| Christian | 67.1% | 46.2% | 20.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Not answered | 1.4% | 6.0% | -4.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Spenser Street was 95.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.4% lower than the Derby average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Spenser Street has the 40th lowest crime rate of 95 local areas in Derby and the 246th highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 59.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Spenser Street, Bootle, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2024-03-22 | £117,034 |
| 62 Spenser Street, Bootle, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2023-11-14 | £93,983 |
| 46 Spenser Street, Bootle, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £63,000 | 2023-07-18 | £71,336 |
| 24 Spenser Street, Bootle, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2019-07-15 | £72,604 |
| 64 Spenser Street, Bootle, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £36,000 | 2015-06-19 | £61,896 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 34 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 16 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sand Dunes Nursery School Caradoc Road , Seaforth L21 4NB | - not rated | 1,097 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacre Community Nursery School Province Place , L20 6PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,241 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Nursery School Cambridge Road , Bootle L20 9LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,829 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Everton Nursery School and Family Centre Spencer Street , L6 2WF | 4out of 4 | 5,282 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Gray Nursery and Infant School Salisbury Road , L20 4LR | - not rated | 38 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Gray Primary School Chestnut Grove , L20 4LX | - not rated | 219 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Gray Primary School Chestnut Grove , L20 4LX | 3out of 4 | 219 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Gray Junior School Chesnut Grove , L20 4LX | - not rated | 219 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St James Catholic Primary School Chesnut Grove , L20 4LX | - not rated | 223 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,523 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George of England Specialist Engineering College Fernhill Road , L20 6AQ | - not rated | 1,556 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic High School Orrell Road , Litherland L21 8NU | - not rated | 1,650 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside High School Breeze Hill , L20 9NU | 3out of 4 | 2,048 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside High School Breeze Hill , L20 9NU | - not rated | 2,048 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 1,561 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Educ8 Liverpool Elm Road , Seaforth L21 3TG | - not rated | 1,236 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Liverpool Progressive School Rice Lane , Walton L9 1NR | - not rated | 2,516 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kingsway Educational Guidance Unit Arnot Street , L4 4ED | - not rated | 2,846 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Foundations for LIFE School Essex House , Bridle Road L30 4UE | - not rated | 3,098 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Everton Free School & Football College 42 Spellow Lane , L4 4DF | 4out of 4 | 3,111 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | 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 | 364 yd | |
| The Appletree, (May Logan Cent | May Logan Health Centre, 294 Knowsley Road | 408 yd | |
| Kindfulness Coffee Club | 164 Knowsley Road | 424 yd | |
| PSD Sports Lounge | 443d Stanley Road | 590 yd | |
| Compass Group at Asda | 81 Strand Road | 599 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salisbury Hotel | 129 Marsh Lane | 122 yd | |
| Brunswick Youth Club | Brunswick Boys Club, Marsh Lane | 197 yd | |
| The Alexandra | 194-196 Marsh Lane | 363 yd | |
| Queens Hotel | 114 Knowsley Road | 494 yd | |
| The Jolly's | 280 Marsh Lane | 598 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dong Sing | 127 Marsh Lane | 115 yd | |
| Via Fast Food Ltd | 97 Marsh Lane | 117 yd | |
| New Rongs | 95 Marsh Lane | 120 yd | |
| BN's Peri Peri | 59 Marsh Lane | 219 yd | |
| Happy Valley | 204 Knowsley Road | 358 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores | 81 Strand Road | 599 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 94-97 New Strand The Hexagon | 719 yd | |
| Lidl | 290 Marsh Lane | 751 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Unit 16 Parkside | 756 yd | |
| All Days Bootle Go Local | 185/187 Linacre Road | 759 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bootle Leisure Centre Washington Parade | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 448 yd |
| The Fitness Connection 81-83 81-83 SEAFORTH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,058 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 | 96.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.9% |
| 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 | 76.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 173.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.