Ford Lane is in Liverpool and in Sefton district. L21 0HN 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 Ford Lane, Liverpool, L21 0HN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L21 0HT, L21 0HE, L21 0EX, L21 0HF, L21 0HB, L21 0EU, L21 0HH, L21 0HD, L21 0HA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around L21 0HN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 50.4% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 49.4% | 49.6% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 L21 0HN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48% 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 | 48% | 48% | 0.0% | 37.9% | 10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23% | 18.8% | -4.2% | 44.2% | -25.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 5.9% | 6.4% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 4.2% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 12.4% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 14.2% | 12.4% | -1.8% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
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 (70.4%) 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 | 36.7% | 42.8% | 6.1% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 27.6% | -0.6% | 33.6% | -6.0% |
| Fair health | 19.6% | 16% | -3.6% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 14.7% | 11.1% | -3.6% | 4.0% | 7.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 L21 0HN this area, 37.5% 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 14%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47.5% | 37.5% | -10.0% | 18.2% | 19.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 9% | -8.2% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 18% | 2.8% | 13.4% | 4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 4% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 13.5% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.9% | 14% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -19.8% |
| Other | 2% | 4% | 2.0% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 97.1% | 94.7% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Other | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 90.1% 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% | 90.1% | -7.9% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 0.8% | 5.0% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 90.1% | -7.9% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 3.7% | 3.3% | 1.9% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.4% | 76.7% | -14.3% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Turkey | 5.8% | 0.1% | 5.7% |
| No passport held | 28.1% | 13.5% | 14.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 56.8% | 46.2% | 10.6% |
| Muslim | 6.6% | 6.5% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ford Lane was 140.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.1% higher than the Ford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ford Lane has the 16th highest crime rate of 89 local areas in Ford and the 156th highest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 93.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 28.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 197 Ford Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2021-09-27 | £126,134 |
| 203 Ford Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £77,000 | 2021-03-31 | £95,918 |
| 217 Ford Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2021-01-22 | £194,697 |
| 199 Ford Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2018-10-31 | £107,355 |
| 227 Ford Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £96,000 | 2018-05-25 | £141,123 |
| Full-Time Employee | 43 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Other | 17 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Financial and insurance 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 | 3,103 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Nursery School Cambridge Road , Bootle L20 9LQ | 3out of 4 | 5,016 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School Ford Close , Litherland L21 0EP | 3out of 4 | 571 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forefield Community Infant and Nursery School Forefield Lane , Crosby L23 9SL | 4out of 4 | 781 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hatton Hill Primary School Alwyn Avenue , Litherland L21 9NZ | 3out of 4 | 800 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forefield Junior School Forefield Lane , Crosby L23 9TJ | 3out of 4 | 931 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St William of York Catholic Primary School St William Road , Crosby L23 9XH | 3out of 4 | 1,203 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield High School Chesterfield Road , Crosby L23 9YB | 3out of 4 | 731 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Litherland High School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | 2out of 4 | 1,230 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic College Liverpool Road , Crosby L23 5TF | 2out of 4 | 1,775 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic High School Virgins Lane , Thornton L23 4UL | 3out of 4 | 1,820 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco Netherton Way , L30 2NA | - not rated | 2,199 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 | 5,031 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IMPACT Daleacre Campus , Daleacre Drive L30 2QQ | 3out of 4 | 805 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newfield School Edge Lane , Crosby L23 4TG | 3out of 4 | 1,141 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jigsaw Primary Pupil Referral Unit Stannyfield Drive , Thornton L23 1TY | 3out of 4 | 1,386 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Park School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | 4out of 4 | 1,425 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merchant Taylors' Boys' School Liverpool Road , Crosby L23 0QP | - not rated | 1,814 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teacups | Daleacre Primary School, Dale Acre Drive | 647 yd | |
| The Bistro | 35 Dale Acre Drive | 703 yd | |
| Brownmoor Cafe | 115 Brownmoor Lane | 708 yd | |
| Kings Church Luncheon Club | The Kings Church, 2 Drummond Road | 963 yd | |
| All Saints Childrens Ventures Ltd | 93b Forefield Lane | 1,003 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cooksons Bridge | Cooksons Bridge, Gorsey Lane | 366 yd | |
| LCFA Sefton | 1 Drummond Road | 706 yd | |
| All Saints with St Frideswyde Church Hall | Community Hub, 93B Forefield Lane | 1,081 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chams | 6 Pendle View | 528 yd | |
| Perfecto | 8a Pendle View | 528 yd | |
| Xing Du | 49 Ford Lane | 553 yd | |
| Fongs Hot Food | 117 Brownmoor Lane | 708 yd | |
| Lams | 18 Carr Meadow Hey | 743 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daily Stop | 39 Ford Lane | 463 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Playfootball Liverpool PLAYFOOTBALL CENTRE PLAYFOOTBALL CENTRE DRUMMOND ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 699 yd |
| Civil Service Sports Club (Closed) Drummond Road | grass pitches | 711 yd |
| Hatton Hill Primary School ALWYN AVENUE | grass pitches | 783 yd |
| Chesterfield High School CHESTERFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 798 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 122.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.