Lydiate Road is in Bootle and in Sefton district. L20 5EJ is located in the Litherland electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bootle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lydiate Road, Bootle, L20 5EJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L20 5EP, L20 5DW, L20 5ED, L20 5EL, L20 5EE, L20 5EQ, L20 5AG, L20 5EY, L20 5AH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around L20 5EJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.4% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 50% | 48.6% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 5EJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.5% 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 | 45.3% | 48.5% | 3.2% | 37.9% | 10.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.9% | 33.6% | -3.3% | 44.2% | -10.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 5.5% | 2.6% | -2.9% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 8% | 7.2% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 4% | 8.1% | 4.1% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 44% | 40.2% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 38.8% | 5.0% | 33.6% | 5.2% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 15.1% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 5.2% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 0.7% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 5EJ this area, 31.2% 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 18.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.6% | 31.2% | 1.6% | 18.2% | 13.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 11.1% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 15.4% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5.1% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.2% | 15.4% | -1.8% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 15% | 18.8% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -15.0% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.9% 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 | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.7% | 93.9% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 12.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
In this area, 90.8% 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 | 98% | 90.8% | -7.2% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.7% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 4.4% | 3.0% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 91.4% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.9% | 76.7% | 3.2% |
| Italy | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17% | 13.5% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.4% | 37.2% | -0.8% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lydiate Road was 169.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.6% higher than the Derby average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lydiate Road has the 32nd highest crime rate of 95 local areas in Derby and the 113th highest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 81.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.5%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Lydiate Road, Bootle, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2024-12-23 | £90,335 |
| 19 Lydiate Road, Bootle, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £120,100 | 2022-11-23 | £129,588 |
| 3 Lydiate Road, Bootle, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-10-28 | £128,325 |
| 5 Lydiate Road, Bootle, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £104,000 | 2022-06-01 | £117,504 |
| 17 Lydiate Road, Bootle, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2021-11-19 | £107,900 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Other | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenacre Community Nursery School Province Place , L20 6PJ | 3out of 4 | 598 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Nursery School Cambridge Road , Bootle L20 9LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,876 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linacre Primary School Thornton Road , L20 5ED | 2out of 4 | 196 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lander Road Primary School Pennington Road , Litherland L21 8HY | 3out of 4 | 327 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Gray Primary School Chestnut Grove , L20 4LX | 2out of 4 | 448 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Elizabeth's Catholic Primary School Webster Street , Litherland L21 8JH | 3out of 4 | 456 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Catholic Primary School Chesnut Grove , L20 4LX | 3out of 4 | 553 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 | 2out of 4 | 876 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside High School Breeze Hill , L20 9NU | 1out of 4 | 1,924 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco Netherton Way , L30 2NA | - not rated | 2,219 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Savio Salesian College Netherton Way , L30 2NA | 1out of 4 | 2,219 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Litherland High School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | 2out of 4 | 2,554 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 | 1,822 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 | 2,263 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Turning Point Academy Essex House , Bridle Road L30 4UE | - not rated | 2,441 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Park School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | 4out of 4 | 2,595 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cavendish View School 99 Cavendish Drive , Walton L9 1NB | - not rated | 2,806 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Everton Free School 42 Spellow Lane , L4 4DF | 3out of 4 | 3,157 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linacre Primary Breakfast Club | Linacre Primary School, Thornton Road | 53 yd | |
| Alexandra's | 514 Stanley Road | 70 yd | |
| Linacre Bridge Community Hub | Johnsons Pavillion, 546 Stanley Road | 71 yd | |
| Subway | 13 Linacre Lane | 93 yd | |
| PSD Sports Lounge | 443d Stanley Road | 133 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Hotel | 168 Linacre Road | 371 yd | |
| Mel-Inn Social Club | 513 Hawthorne Road | 390 yd | |
| St Elizabeths Parochial Centre | St Elizabeths Parish Centre, Pennington Road | 407 yd | |
| Linacre Mission | Linacre Methodist Mission, Linacre Road | 667 yd | |
| The Jolly's | 280 Marsh Lane | 692 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Star | 538 Stanley Road | 70 yd | |
| Toscana Pizza | 518 Stanley Road | 70 yd | |
| Pizza Villa | 449 Stanley Road | 179 yd | |
| Fun House | 311 Litherland Road | 188 yd | |
| Alex's Kebab House | 177 Linacre Road | 388 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Days Bootle Go Local | 185/187 Linacre Road | 370 yd | |
| Lidl | 290 Marsh Lane | 681 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Unit 16 Parkside | 905 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 94-97 New Strand The Hexagon | 921 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Washington Parade | 1,044 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bootle Leisure Centre Washington Parade | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 415 yd |
| The Hawthorne'S Free School FERNHILL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 807 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 | 92.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.0% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 153.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 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.