Dacre Street is in Bootle and in Liverpool district. L20 8DN is located in the Waterfront North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Liverpool, Riverside. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dacre Street, Bootle, L20 8DN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L20 8DL, L20 8LN, L20 8LU, L20 8LP, L20 8PB, L20 8DR, L20 8TD, L20 8JX, L20 8LJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding L20 8DN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 53.5% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 48.2% | 46.5% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
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 8DN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 66.8% 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 | 64.6% | 66.8% | 2.2% | 37.9% | 28.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 18.9% | 18.1% | -0.8% | 44.2% | -26.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 3.2% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 6.1% | -2.2% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 2.9% | 5.2% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 47.5% | 39.6% | -7.9% | 48.4% | -8.8% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 32.7% | 2.5% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 13.8% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 9.6% | 10.2% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 6.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 3.6% | 3.1% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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.
In the area around L20 8DN this area, 31.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.7% | 31.2% | -1.5% | 18.2% | 13.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 6.7% | -8.3% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 7.9% | -5.1% | 13.4% | -5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 6.1% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 17.2% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.3% | 28.9% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -4.9% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.3% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 2.3% | 0.5% | -1.8% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.2% | 89.3% | -5.9% | 81.4% | 7.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 0.6% | 4.0% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 83.9% 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 | 94.4% | 83.9% | -10.5% | 83.2% | 0.7% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 5.4% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 1.8% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 5.6% | 0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 84.3% | -9.1% | 83.2% | 1.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.4% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 4.1% | 2.3% | 2.9% | 1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 4.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 1.5% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.5% | 76.7% | 2.8% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| North Africa | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.2% | 13.5% | -4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.6% | 37.2% | -9.6% |
| Christian | 60.9% | 46.2% | 14.7% |
| Muslim | 6.1% | 6.5% | -0.4% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dacre Street was 803.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 373.4% higher than the County average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dacre Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 54 local areas in County and the 33rd highest crime rate of 1,552 local areas in Liverpool .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 360.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Dacre Street, Bootle, Merseyside Other, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2019-04-19 | £796,255 |
| 6 Dacre Street, Bootle, Merseyside Other, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2018-08-08 | £261,501 |
L20 8DN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 115 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Other | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Education | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Nursery School Cambridge Road , Bootle L20 9LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,420 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacre Community Nursery School Province Place , L20 6PJ | 3out of 4 | 2,739 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sand Dunes Nursery School Caradoc Road , Seaforth L21 4NB | - not rated | 2,825 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Everton Nursery School and Family Centre Spencer Street , L6 2WF | 4out of 4 | 3,623 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Somerville Nursery School Brentwood Street , CH44 4BB | 3out of 4 | 4,441 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Alexander's RC Junior Mixed and Infant School St John's Road , L20 8AZ | - not rated | 252 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Winefride's RC Infant School Pembroke Road , L20 7AY | - not rated | 963 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Winefride's and St Richard's Catholic Primary School Merton Road , L20 7AR | - not rated | 1,083 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School Waverley Street , L20 4AP | - not rated | 1,182 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkdale St Lawrence CofE VA Primary School Fonthill Road , L4 1QD | - not rated | 1,303 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside High School Breeze Hill , L20 9NU | 3out of 4 | 1,937 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside High School Breeze Hill , L20 9NU | - not rated | 1,937 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame Catholic Academy 180 Great Homer Street , L5 5AF | 2out of 4 | 2,332 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame Catholic College 180 Great Homer Street , L5 5AF | - not rated | 2,346 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Brigid's RC High School Silvester Street , L5 8SE | - not rated | 2,455 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | 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 | 846 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The City of Liverpool College Clarence Street , L3 5TP | - not rated | 4,753 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Liverpool Mathematics School Sir Alastair Pilkington Building , Back Bedford Street L69 7SH | - not rated | 5,218 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| LIPA Sixth Form College 41 Upper Duke Street , L1 9DY | - not rated | 5,345 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LIPA School Upper Duke Street , L1 7BT | - not rated | 5,311 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rotunda Independent School for Excellent 107-115 Great Mersey Street , Kirkdale L5 2PL | - not rated | 1,915 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Everton Free School & Football College 42 Spellow Lane , L4 4DF | 4out of 4 | 2,072 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kingsway Educational Guidance Unit Arnot Street , L4 4ED | - not rated | 2,161 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Liverpool Progressive School Rice Lane , Walton L9 1NR | - not rated | 2,527 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Educ8 Liverpool Elm Road , Seaforth L21 3TG | - not rated | 3,059 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dee Lish | 139 Derby Road | 98 yd | |
| Blanches Cafe | 72 Regent Road | 362 yd | |
| Collingwood Boats Canteen | 72 St Johns Road | 459 yd | |
| S Norton and Co ltd | S Norton And Co Regent Road | 537 yd | |
| Frankies Cafe | 42a Canal Street | 631 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool Brewing Company | 39 Brasenose Road | 615 yd | |
| Pitch Pine | 451 Stanley Road | 734 yd | |
| Firwood Bootle Cricket Club | Wadham Road | 922 yd | |
| Cat & Fiddle | The Cat And Fiddle, Stanley Road | 1,018 yd | |
| Lock & Quay | 2 Irlam Road | 1,031 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Budget Catering Ltd | Unit 12 The Bridgewater Complex | 671 yd | |
| Il Fornino | 47 Stanley Road | 751 yd | |
| Red and Blue Fried Chicken | 75 Stanley Road | 772 yd | |
| Yummy Kitchen | 47 Oriel Road | 774 yd | |
| Lee Hing | 89 Stanley Road | 799 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food Plus | 50-56 Stanley Road | 775 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Combat & Fitness Unit 3 Unit 3 | health and fitness suite | 566 yd |
| Hugh Baird College BALLIOL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 849 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 77.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.