Waterfield Way is in Liverpool and in Sefton district. L21 9PY is located in the Ford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bootle. This postcode has been in use since 2002-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Waterfield Way, Liverpool, L21 9PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L21 9QF, L21 9LN, L21 9LE, L21 9QA, L21 9LQ, L21 9QH, L21 9NT, L21 9PZ, L21 9QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around L21 9PY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 50.6% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 48.1% | 49.4% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 9PY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.6% 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 | 39.7% | 48.6% | 8.9% | 37.9% | 10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.2% | 37.5% | -8.7% | 44.2% | -6.7% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 7.9% | 2.4% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 2.8% | -3.7% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 58.8% | 51% | -7.8% | 48.4% | 2.6% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 32.8% | 4.6% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 8% | 11.2% | 3.2% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 3.9% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 20.6% | 14.1% | -6.5% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 14.6% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 17.8% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 6.6% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 21.6% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.1% | 23.9% | 1.8% | 33.8% | -9.9% |
| Other | 5% | 1.4% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.9% | 98.8% | 1.9% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 98.5% | 98.1% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 98.1% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.9% | 76.7% | 10.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 12.4% | 13.5% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 53.3% | 46.2% | 7.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Waterfield Way was 20.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.9% lower than the Ford average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Waterfield Way has the 10th lowest crime rate of 89 local areas in Ford and the 179th lowest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Waterfield Way, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-03-28 | £227,768 |
| 18 Waterfield Way, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-01-26 | £201,373 |
| 45 Waterfield Way, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2023-01-11 | £154,297 |
| 25 Waterfield Way, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2021-05-04 | £196,187 |
| 25 Waterfield Way, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2021-04-29 | £201,090 |
L21 9PY 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 | 106 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenacre Community Nursery School Province Place , L20 6PJ | 3out of 4 | 2,561 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Nursery School Cambridge Road , Bootle L20 9LQ | 3out of 4 | 4,382 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 | 419 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School Ford Close , Litherland L21 0EP | 3out of 4 | 458 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School School Lane , Litherland L21 7LX | 3out of 4 | 1,183 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forefield Community Infant and Nursery School Forefield Lane , Crosby L23 9SL | 4out of 4 | 1,255 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterloo Primary School Crosby Road North , Waterloo L22 0LD | 3out of 4 | 1,257 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,496 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterfield High School Chesterfield Road , Crosby L23 9YB | 3out of 4 | 1,515 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic College Liverpool Road , Crosby L23 5TF | 2out of 4 | 1,843 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco Netherton Way , L30 2NA | - not rated | 2,256 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Savio Salesian College Netherton Way , L30 2NA | 1out of 4 | 2,256 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 | 4,308 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merchant Taylors' Boys' School Liverpool Road , Crosby L23 0QP | - not rated | 1,454 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| IMPACT Daleacre Campus , Daleacre Drive L30 2QQ | 3out of 4 | 1,570 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Park School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | 4out of 4 | 1,713 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Mary's College Everest Road , Crosby L23 5TW | - not rated | 1,804 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merchant Taylors' Girls' School Liverpool Road , L23 5SP | - not rated | 1,885 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 | 232 yd | |
| Litherland Youth & Community Centre | 41 Sefton Road | 854 yd | |
| Piccola Italia | 20 Sefton Road | 1,050 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Pub | Jubilee Inn, Hatton Hill Road | 520 yd | |
| Yates Food Company | The Masonic Hall, 50 Sefton Road | 942 yd | |
| The Masonic Hall | 50 Sefton Road | 964 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xing Du | 49 Ford Lane | 444 yd | |
| Jennys 2 Go | 108 Sefton Road | 789 yd | |
| The Good Catch | 102 Sefton Road | 789 yd | |
| Mikes Chip Shop | 53 Stuart Road | 923 yd | |
| Yungs Fish Bar | 42 Stuart Road | 989 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daily Stop | 39 Ford Lane | 506 yd | |
| Tesco | 108 Sefton Road | 789 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hatton Hill Primary School ALWYN AVENUE | grass pitches | 328 yd |
| Chaffers Playing Fields (Closed) Glenwyllin Road | athletics tracks | 747 yd |
| Brookvale Playing Fields BROOK VALE | grass pitches | 1,016 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 | 55.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 118.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.