Bluebell Close is in Liverpool and in Sefton district. L22 3YU is located in the Church electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bootle. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bluebell Close, Liverpool, L22 3YU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L22 3XL, L22 3XQ, L22 3XH, L22 3XN, L22 3YX, L22 3XP, L22 3YR, L22 4RN, L22 3XF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around L22 3YU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 50.2% | 1.2% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 51% | 49.8% | -1.2% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of L22 3YU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.3% | 31.1% | -0.2% | 37.9% | -6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.2% | 55.7% | -1.5% | 44.2% | 11.5% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 4.3% | -3.1% | 9.1% | -4.8% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 6% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 (85.2%) 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% | -1.3% | 48.4% | 5.6% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 31.2% | 0.1% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 8.9% | 9.8% | 0.9% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 3.9% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 44%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.7% | 11.1% | 0.4% | 18.2% | -7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 7.7% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 18.4% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 4.7% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.3% | 13.7% | -3.6% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.5% | 44% | 11.5% | 33.8% | 10.2% |
| Other | 3.3% | 0.4% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.6% 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 | 2.6% | 5.7% | 3.1% | 0.7% | 5.0% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.4% | 93.6% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 12.2% |
In this area, 91.9% 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 | 95.4% | 91.9% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| European Union | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 3.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 91.9% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.1% | 7.1% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 0% | -5.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.6% | 76.7% | 16.9% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 4.2% | 13.5% | -9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.2% | 37.2% | -10.0% |
| Christian | 68.2% | 46.2% | 22.0% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bluebell Close was 48.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.2% lower than the Church average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bluebell Close has the 17th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Church and the 450th lowest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% 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 Bluebell Close, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £342,000 | 2019-11-28 | £451,474 |
| 6 Bluebell Close, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2018-08-23 | £392,516 |
| 6 Bluebell Close, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £269,950 | 2004-09-03 | £455,193 |
| 7 Bluebell Close, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £297,500 | 2004-09-03 | £501,648 |
| 2 Bluebell Close, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, a newly built property | £116,995 | 1999-02-26 | £464,488 |
L22 3YU area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
L22 3YU 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 | 80 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenacre Community Nursery School Province Place , L20 6PJ | 3out of 4 | 3,201 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Nursery School Cambridge Road , Bootle L20 9LQ | 3out of 4 | 4,809 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterloo Primary School Crosby Road North , Waterloo L22 0LD | 3out of 4 | 209 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Primary School Denmark Street , Waterloo L22 9RG | 3out of 4 | 703 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's and St Thomas' Catholic Primary School Oxford Road , Waterloo L22 8QF | 3out of 4 | 774 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Crosby Catholic Primary School The Northern Road , Sefton L23 2RQ | 3out of 4 | 1,454 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Primary School Ford Close , Litherland L21 0EP | 3out of 4 | 1,466 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Catholic College Liverpool Road , Crosby L23 5TF | 2out of 4 | 1,507 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterfield High School Chesterfield Road , Crosby L23 9YB | 3out of 4 | 2,028 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Litherland High School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | 2out of 4 | 2,550 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England High School St Michael's Road , L23 7UL | 3out of 4 | 2,627 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic High School Virgins Lane , Thornton L23 4UL | 3out of 4 | 2,874 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 | 4,605 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 | 763 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| St. Mary's College Everest Road , Crosby L23 5TW | - not rated | 1,317 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merchant Taylors' Girls' School Liverpool Road , L23 5SP | - not rated | 1,460 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Crosby High School De Villiers Avenue , Crosby L23 2TH | 3out of 4 | 2,302 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| IMPACT Daleacre Campus , Daleacre Drive L30 2QQ | 3out of 4 | 2,540 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterloo United Free Church | Waterloo United Free Church, 16 Crosby Road North | 253 yd | |
| Big Bites Kebab (Crosby) Ltd | 21-23 Crosby Road North | 263 yd | |
| Age Concern | Waterloo United Free Church, Crosby Road North | 293 yd | |
| Anji's Coffee and Kitchen | 33 Crosby Road North | 314 yd | |
| San Ting Yun | 45 Crosby Road North | 341 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferndale Lodge | Ferndale Lodge, 15 Crosby Road North | 263 yd | |
| The Liver Hotel | 137 South Road | 291 yd | |
| Waterloo Lawn Tennis Club | Waterloo Tennis Club, Park Road | 327 yd | |
| Trap & Hatch | 135 South Road | 340 yd | |
| St Faith's Parish Hall | St Faiths Parochial Hall, Milton Road | 368 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yungs Fish Bar | 42 Stuart Road | 306 yd | |
| American Pizza Slice | 112 South Road | 385 yd | |
| Henrys | 132 South Road | 385 yd | |
| Chens Fish & Chip Shop | 136 South Road | 385 yd | |
| Urban Chicken and Pizza Limited | 116 South Road | 385 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Plc | 70-76 South Road | 533 yd | |
| Co-op | 20 Brighton Road | 675 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chaffers Playing Fields (Closed) Glenwyllin Road | athletics tracks | 343 yd |
| Energie Fitness Club (Liverpool Waterloo) (Closed) South Road | health and fitness suite | 370 yd |
| Tiersco Gym ST. JOHNS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 491 yd |
| Waterloo Methodist Church BIRCHDALE ROAD | 587 yd | |
| Brookvale Playing Fields BROOK VALE | grass pitches | 702 yd |
| Sacred Heart Catholic College (Lower Site) ANNEXE ANNEXE MYERS ROAD EAST | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 716 yd |
| Merchant Taylors' School LIVERPOOL ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 767 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 | 72.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.