Derwent Drive is in Liverpool and in Sefton district. L21 5HR 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 Derwent Drive, Liverpool, L21 5HR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L21 5HU, L21 5HT, L21 5HL, L21 5HJ, L21 5HP, L21 5HX, L21 5JD, L21 5HW, L21 5HN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around L21 5HR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51.1% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 48.2% | 48.9% | 0.7% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 25.7% | 32.9% | 7.2% | 37.9% | -5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56% | 49.6% | -6.4% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 5.4% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 11.7% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.7% | 49.1% | 3.4% | 48.4% | 0.7% |
| Good health | 28.7% | 33% | 4.3% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 16% | 13.7% | -2.3% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 2.8% | -4.3% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 1.4% | -1.1% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32% | 20.7% | -11.3% | 18.2% | 2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 10.7% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 15.3% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 8.7% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 19.8% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.7% | 23.1% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -10.7% |
| Other | 3.7% | 1.7% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| White | 99.6% | 99.3% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 98.9% 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 | 99.3% | 98.9% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 98.9% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.8% | 76.7% | 14.1% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.8% | 37.2% | -16.4% |
| Christian | 76.8% | 46.2% | 30.6% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.1% | 6.0% | -3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Derwent Drive was 28.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.1% lower than the Ford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Derwent Drive has the 12th lowest crime rate of 87 local areas in Ford and the 280th lowest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Derwent Drive, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2025-11-21 | £274,007 |
| 35 Derwent Drive, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2024-10-25 | £203,103 |
| 39 Derwent Drive, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2024-07-26 | £202,758 |
| 51 Derwent Drive, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £204,000 | 2021-09-30 | £252,176 |
| 35 Derwent Drive, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2020-05-01 | £200,416 |
L21 5HR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 93 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenacre Community Nursery School Province Place , L20 6PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,332 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sand Dunes Nursery School Caradoc Road , Seaforth L21 4NB | - not rated | 2,329 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Nursery School Cambridge Road , Bootle L20 9LQ | 3out of 4 | 3,223 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Robert Bellarmine Catholic Primary School Harris Drive , L20 6ED | 4out of 4 | 615 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Litherland Moss Primary School Moss Lane , L21 7NW | - not rated | 705 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Litherland Moss Primary School Sterrix Lane , L21 0DB | 3out of 4 | 705 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip's Church of England Controlled Primary School Church Road , Litherland L21 8NZ | 3out of 4 | 708 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Park Community Primary School Menai Road , L20 6PG | 3out of 4 | 848 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Savio Salesian College Netherton Way , L30 2NA | - not rated | 603 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco Netherton Way , L30 2NA | 1out of 4 | 603 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic High School Orrell Road , Litherland L21 8NU | - not rated | 862 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Sefton College Sterrix Lane , Litherland L30 2DB | - not rated | 899 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Litherland High School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | 3out of 4 | 943 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 | 3,390 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rowan Park School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | 4out of 4 | 915 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Park School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | - not rated | 915 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| School of the Good Shepherd Sterrix Lane , Ford L21 0DA | - not rated | 1,179 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Foundations for LIFE School Essex House , Bridle Road L30 4UE | - not rated | 1,196 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Motiv8 School Gordon Centre, Brecon Avenue , L30 1RQ | - not rated | 1,451 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rita's Cafe | 20 Kirkstone Road North | 419 yd | |
| Fun 4 Kidz | St Robert Bellarmines Catholic Primary School, Harris Drive | 570 yd | |
| St Robert Bellarmine Parish Centre | 52 Orrell Road | 572 yd | |
| Litherland Remyca FC | Litherland Sports Park, Boundary Road | 574 yd | |
| Rileys | 59 Orrell Road | 668 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netherton Hotel | Netherton Hotel, Church Road | 434 yd | |
| Bootle Golf Club | Clubhouse, Bootle Golf Course, Dunnings Bridge Road | 662 yd | |
| Litherland Royal British Legion | Tom Neary Hall, Orrell Road | 829 yd | |
| Yates Food Company | The Masonic Hall, 50 Sefton Road | 1,052 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amanda's | 37 Ennerdale Drive | 202 yd | |
| Emerald Garden Fish & Chip Takeaway | 102 Moss Lane | 453 yd | |
| Midnight Delivery | Haworth Hardware, 57 Orrell Road | 654 yd | |
| Peeps Fast Food | 31 Orrell Road | 695 yd | |
| Yang Sing | 23 Orrell Road | 695 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 108 Sefton Road | 940 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Orrell Mount Park ORRELL ROAD | grass pitches | 555 yd |
| Savio Salesian College NETHERTON WAY | grass pitches | 602 yd |
| Litherland Sports Park BOUNDARY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, cycling, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 704 yd |
| St Philips Ce Primary School CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 707 yd |
| Bootle Golf Club DUNNINGS BRIDGE ROAD | golf | 713 yd |
| St Wilfrid'S Catholic High School (Closed) Orrell Road | grass pitches | 859 yd |
| Litherland High School STERRIX LANE | 922 yd | |
| Rowan Park School STERRIX LANE | 928 yd | |
| Litherland High School (Closed) Sterrix Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 942 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 | 74 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 216.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.