Overton Avenue is in Liverpool and in Sefton district. L21 9LB 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 Overton Avenue, Liverpool, L21 9LB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L21 9LD, L21 9JQ, L21 9LA, L21 9JZ, L21 9LH, L21 9JU, L21 9JS, L21 9NU, L21 9JX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around L21 9LB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.3% | 51.2% | -4.1% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 44.7% | 48.8% | 4.1% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 | 34.1% | 40% | 5.9% | 37.9% | 2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.5% | 45.7% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 1.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 1.8% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 6.1% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 5.7% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 55.3% | 54.6% | -0.7% | 48.4% | 6.2% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 32% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 9.2% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -3.5% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 3.6% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 20.5% | 17% | -3.5% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 10.9% | -4.9% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.9% | 21.7% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 8.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 5.8% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 16.3% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.1% | 27.2% | 11.1% | 33.8% | -6.6% |
| Other | 3.3% | 1.1% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Black | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.8% | 97.3% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 99.4% | 97.9% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 97.9% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.8% | 76.7% | 11.1% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.1% | 13.5% | -3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.1% | 37.2% | -12.1% |
| Christian | 71% | 46.2% | 24.8% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Overton Avenue was 65.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.6% lower than the Ford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Overton Avenue has the 43rd highest crime rate of 89 local areas in Ford and the 360th highest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Overton Avenue, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2023-06-29 | £107,754 |
| 15 Overton Avenue, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-06-04 | £244,014 |
| 3 Overton Avenue, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2017-12-07 | £257,078 |
| 17 Overton Avenue, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2015-07-31 | £244,665 |
| 15 Overton Avenue, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2011-08-26 | £279,203 |
L21 9LB 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 | 128 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenacre Community Nursery School Province Place , L20 6PJ | 3out of 4 | 2,207 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Nursery School Cambridge Road , Bootle L20 9LQ | 3out of 4 | 4,029 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 | 420 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School Ford Close , Litherland L21 0EP | 3out of 4 | 613 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School School Lane , Litherland L21 7LX | 3out of 4 | 836 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip's Church of England Controlled Primary School Church Road , Litherland L21 8NZ | 3out of 4 | 1,024 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rimrose Hope CofE Primary School Sandy Road , Seaforth L21 1AD | 3out of 4 | 1,267 yd | Voluntary controlled school | 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 | 2out of 4 | 1,387 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterfield High School Chesterfield Road , Crosby L23 9YB | 3out of 4 | 1,812 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco Netherton Way , L30 2NA | - not rated | 2,027 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Savio Salesian College Netherton Way , L30 2NA | 1out of 4 | 2,027 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic College Liverpool Road , Crosby L23 5TF | 2out of 4 | 2,192 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 | 3,965 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 | 1,590 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| IMPACT Daleacre Campus , Daleacre Drive L30 2QQ | 3out of 4 | 1,644 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Merchant Taylors' Boys' School Liverpool Road , Crosby L23 0QP | - not rated | 1,755 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| St. Mary's College Everest Road , Crosby L23 5TW | - not rated | 2,141 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merchant Taylors' Girls' School Liverpool Road , L23 5SP | - not rated | 2,229 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Church | St Pauls Church Hall, Sonning Avenue | 132 yd | |
| Litherland Youth & Community Centre | 41 Sefton Road | 499 yd | |
| Piccola Italia | 20 Sefton Road | 706 yd | |
| The Pantry | 35 Sefton Street | 764 yd | |
| Subway | 4 Hawthorne Road | 764 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Pub | Jubilee Inn, Hatton Hill Road | 346 yd | |
| Yates Food Company | The Masonic Hall, 50 Sefton Road | 587 yd | |
| The Masonic Hall | 50 Sefton Road | 610 yd | |
| Litherland Royal British Legion | Tom Neary Hall, Orrell Road | 966 yd | |
| Red Lion Hotel | 121 Bridge Road | 977 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Good Catch | 102 Sefton Road | 498 yd | |
| Jennys 2 Go | 108 Sefton Road | 507 yd | |
| Xing Du | 49 Ford Lane | 629 yd | |
| Ocean Fry | 12 Sefton Road | 718 yd | |
| Supreme Pizza | 39 Sefton Street | 738 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 108 Sefton Road | 507 yd | |
| Daily Stop | 39 Ford Lane | 725 yd | |
| Tesco | Hawthorne Road | 953 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hatton Hill Primary School ALWYN AVENUE | grass pitches | 402 yd |
| Chaffers Playing Fields (Closed) Glenwyllin Road | athletics tracks | 901 yd |
| St Philips Ce Primary School CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 930 yd |
| Brookvale Playing Fields BROOK VALE | grass pitches | 982 yd |
| St Wilfrid'S Catholic High School (Closed) Orrell Road | grass pitches | 1,084 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 318.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 32.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.