Richard Martin Road is in Liverpool and in Sefton district. L21 0ED is located in the Ford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bootle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Richard Martin Road, Liverpool, L21 0ED and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L21 0DY, L21 0EF, L21 0EE, L21 0HU, L21 0DH, L21 0EB, L21 0DZ, L21 0DE, L21 0DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding L21 0ED has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.6% of the population 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 | 57.2% | 57.6% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 6.6% |
| Male | 42.8% | 42.4% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -6.6% |
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 | 41.1% | 40.3% | -0.8% | 37.9% | 2.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.3% | 29% | -3.3% | 44.2% | -15.2% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 17.7% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 8.6% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 10.5% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.5% | 42.9% | 2.4% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 34.3% | -1.5% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 14.3% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 5.7% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 2.9% | 2.3% | 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.
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 20.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.7% | 17.7% | -19.0% | 18.2% | -0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 20.2% | 4.4% | 9.6% | 10.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.4% | 8.9% | -2.5% | 13.4% | -4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 7.3% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 23.4% | 10.1% | 16.9% | 6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.9% | 20.2% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -13.6% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.7% | 100% | 2.3% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 97.7% | 98.6% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 98.6% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.3% | 76.7% | 9.6% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.8% | 37.2% | -8.4% |
| Christian | 62.6% | 46.2% | 16.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.3% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Richard Martin Road was 33.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.6% lower than the Ford average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Richard Martin Road has the 15th lowest crime rate of 87 local areas in Ford and the 328th lowest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Richard Martin Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2021-06-24 | £170,231 |
| 7 Richard Martin Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £112,500 | 2016-07-29 | £177,124 |
| 22 Richard Martin Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2013-09-13 | £167,973 |
| 7 Richard Martin Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2009-01-23 | £172,727 |
| 22 Richard Martin Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2006-02-09 | £170,106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenacre Community Nursery School Province Place , L20 6PJ | 3out of 4 | 2,123 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sand Dunes Nursery School Caradoc Road , Seaforth L21 4NB | - not rated | 2,272 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Nursery School Cambridge Road , Bootle L20 9LQ | 3out of 4 | 4,043 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hatton Hill Primary School Alwyn Avenue , Litherland L21 9NZ | 3out of 4 | 456 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School Ford Close , Litherland L21 0EP | 3out of 4 | 603 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School School Lane , Litherland L21 7LX | 3out of 4 | 841 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Litherland Moss Primary School Moss Lane , L21 7NW | - not rated | 872 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Litherland Moss Primary School Sterrix Lane , L21 0DB | 3out of 4 | 872 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Litherland High School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | 3out of 4 | 664 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Litherland High School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | - not rated | 664 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Sefton College Sterrix Lane , Litherland L30 2DB | - not rated | 857 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic High School Orrell Road , Litherland L21 8NU | - not rated | 1,132 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Savio Salesian College Netherton Way , L30 2NA | - not rated | 1,410 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 | 4,088 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of the Good Shepherd Sterrix Lane , Ford L21 0DA | - not rated | 588 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Park School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | 4out of 4 | 870 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Park School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | - not rated | 870 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterside Academy Daleacre Campus , Daleacre Drive L30 2QQ | 1out of 4 | 1,059 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| IMPACT Daleacre Campus , Daleacre Drive L30 2QQ | - not rated | 1,070 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rita's Cafe | 20 Kirkstone Road North | 645 yd | |
| St Paul's Church | St Pauls Church Hall, Sonning Avenue | 705 yd | |
| Litherland Youth & Community Centre | 41 Sefton Road | 776 yd | |
| Caterlink @ Hugh Baird College | South Sefton Sixth Form College, Sterrix Lane | 869 yd | |
| Tesco Customer Cafe | Tesco Extra, 801 Hawthorne Road | 903 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yates Food Company | The Masonic Hall, 50 Sefton Road | 807 yd | |
| The Masonic Hall | 50 Sefton Road | 884 yd | |
| Cooksons Bridge | Cooksons Bridge, Gorsey Lane | 900 yd | |
| Jubilee Pub | Jubilee Inn, Hatton Hill Road | 985 yd | |
| Litherland Royal British Legion | Tom Neary Hall, Orrell Road | 1,025 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jennys 2 Go | 108 Sefton Road | 379 yd | |
| The Good Catch | 102 Sefton Road | 409 yd | |
| Xing Du | 49 Ford Lane | 558 yd | |
| Emerald Garden Fish & Chip Takeaway | 102 Moss Lane | 614 yd | |
| Lams | 18 Carr Meadow Hey | 773 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 108 Sefton Road | 379 yd | |
| Daily Stop | 39 Ford Lane | 643 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hatton Hill Primary School ALWYN AVENUE | grass pitches | 456 yd |
| Litherland High School (Closed) Sterrix Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 663 yd |
| Litherland Sports Park BOUNDARY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, cycling, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 693 yd |
| Litherland High School STERRIX LANE | 714 yd | |
| South Sefton College STERRIX LANE | grass pitches | 845 yd |
| Rowan Park School STERRIX LANE | 871 yd | |
| St Philips Ce Primary School CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 903 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 | 53.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.