Fernhill Road is in Bootle and in Sefton district. L20 9JT is located in the Derby electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bootle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fernhill Road, Bootle, L20 9JT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L20 9JR, L20 9JU, L20 9HB, L20 9HA, L20 9HR, L20 9EY, L20 9LL, L20 9HW, L20 9HL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding L20 9JT is primarily male, with 54.8% of the population 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 | 58.8% | 45.2% | -13.6% | 51.0% | -5.8% |
| Male | 41.2% | 54.8% | 13.6% | 49.0% | 5.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.2% | 37.8% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.7% | 32.4% | 0.7% | 44.2% | -11.8% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 17.8% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 8.7% |
| Widowed | 17.3% | 9.7% | -7.6% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
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 (62.7%) 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 | 25.9% | 31.6% | 5.7% | 48.4% | -16.8% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 31.1% | 0.0% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 25.9% | 19.9% | -6.0% | 12.7% | 7.2% |
| Bad health | 13.2% | 14.6% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 10.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 9JT this area, 34.2% 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 21.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 50% | 34.2% | -15.8% | 18.2% | 16.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 9.8% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 10.9% | -6.9% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 7.1% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 12.5% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 4.5% | 21.7% | 17.2% | 33.8% | -12.1% |
| Other | 3.5% | 3.8% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.6% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 99.6% | 93.3% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 0% | 6.2% | 6.2% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 93.8% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| Ireland | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.9% | 13.5% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 18.7% | 37.2% | -18.5% |
| Christian | 76.6% | 46.2% | 30.4% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fernhill Road was 17.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 86.3% lower than the Derby average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Fernhill Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 95 local areas in Derby and the 138th lowest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.9%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 Oxford House Fernhill Road, Bootle, Merseyside Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £27,500 | 2013-09-27 | £40,457 |
The percentage of retired residents living in L20 9JT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Part-Time Employee | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Nursery School Cambridge Road , Bootle L20 9LQ | 3out of 4 | 274 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacre Community Nursery School Province Place , L20 6PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,688 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Everton Nursery School and Family Centre Spencer Street , L6 2WF | 4out of 4 | 3,863 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellergreen Nursery School and Childcare Centre Ellergreen Road , Norris Green L11 2RY | 4out of 4 | 4,409 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford Primary School Quarry Road , Bootle L20 9LJ | 3out of 4 | 175 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church Church of England Controlled Primary School Brookhill Road , Waterworks Street L20 3JL | 3out of 4 | 669 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis de Sales Catholic Infant and Nursery School Margaret Road , Walton L4 3RX | 4out of 4 | 812 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis de Sales Catholic Junior School Hale Road , L4 3RL | 4out of 4 | 872 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Monica's Catholic Primary School Kelly Drive , L20 9EB | 4out of 4 | 1,037 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 | 1out of 4 | 366 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alsop High School Queens Drive , L4 6SH | - not rated | 1,215 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Leadership Academy Hawthornes Fernhill Road , L20 6AQ | 2out of 4 | 1,811 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Beck Catholic College 55 Long Lane , Fazakerley L9 7BF | 2out of 4 | 2,685 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame Catholic College 180 Great Homer Street , L5 5AF | 2out of 4 | 2,799 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 786 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The City of Liverpool College Clarence Street , L3 5TP | - not rated | 5,373 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 | 959 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Everton Free School 42 Spellow Lane , L4 4DF | 3out of 4 | 1,467 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cavendish View School 99 Cavendish Drive , Walton L9 1NB | - not rated | 1,710 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Peregrinate School 14 Swinderby Drive , Melling L31 1JW | - not rated | 2,615 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Turning Point Academy Essex House , Bridle Road L30 4UE | - not rated | 3,058 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hope Baptist Church | 128 Southport Road | 401 yd | |
| Golden Harvest | 11 Litherland Road | 633 yd | |
| The Breeze | 66 Lancaster Street | 694 yd | |
| The Merton Kitchen | 42 Merton Road | 758 yd | |
| L20 Hotel School | Hugh Baird College, Balliol Road | 763 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mons | 36-38 Breeze Hill | 142 yd | |
| Bootle YMCA Social Club | Park Street | 376 yd | |
| Bootle Provincial Club | 2 University Road | 581 yd | |
| Jawbone Tavern | 12 Litherland Road | 606 yd | |
| Hawthorne Public House | 47 Hawthorne Road | 621 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Losushi UK | 271 Hawthorne Road | 454 yd | |
| Finnigans Fast Food | 70 Hawthorne Road | 533 yd | |
| Byrnes Fish And Chips | 69 Stuart Road | 561 yd | |
| Pizza Eaza | 53 Hawthorne Road | 621 yd | |
| Real Taste | 33 Hawthorne Road | 621 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Below | 299-303 New Strand The Esplanade | 442 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 253 County Road | 812 yd | |
| Local Hub | 227 Stanley Road | 869 yd | |
| Food Plus | 50-56 Stanley Road | 956 yd | |
| Aldi - Rice Lane | 1 Clocktower Drive | 1,012 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hillside High School BREEZE HILL | 271 yd | |
| Stuart Road Playing Fields STUART ROAD NORTH | grass pitches | 547 yd |
| Bootle Stadium Sports Centre (Closed) Maguire Avenue | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 701 yd |
| Activity For All Hub Maguire Avenue | artificial grass pitch, indoor tennis centre | 742 yd |
| Bootle Stadium Maguire Avenue | grass pitches | 799 yd |
| Hugh Baird College BALLIOL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 856 yd |
| Lifestyles Alsop WALTON VILLAGE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 927 yd |
| The Alsop High School A Technology College (Closed) Queens Drive | 1,028 yd | |
| Ladies Workout Express (Closed) 75-79 75-79 County Road | health and fitness suite | 1,057 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 | 38.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 81.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.