South Road is in Waterloo, Liverpool and in Sefton district. L22 5PE is located in the Church electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bootle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about South Road, Waterloo, Liverpool, L22 5PE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L22 5NT, L22 5PQ, L22 5NY, L22 5NS, L22 5QX, L22 5QU, L22 5QH, L22 8QT, L22 8QU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding L22 5PE is primarily male, with 53.9% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 46.1% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -4.9% |
| Male | 50.8% | 53.9% | 3.1% | 49.0% | 4.9% |
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 L22 5PE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.4% 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 | 55% | 47.4% | -7.6% | 37.9% | 9.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25.2% | 24.5% | -0.7% | 44.2% | -19.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3.6% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 20.6% | 9.1% | 9.1% | 11.5% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 3.2% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 | 40.1% | 40% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -8.4% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 36.4% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 17.5% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 4.8% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 5.4% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 22.9% | 22% | -0.9% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 8.4% | -7.2% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 14% | -3.4% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 5.6% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 20.8% | 8.4% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.3% | 27.6% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -6.2% |
| Other | 3.7% | 1.6% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 93.3% | 96.1% | 2.8% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Arab | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.8% 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 | 92.9% | 90.8% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 5% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 91.1% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 4.3% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 1.1% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 1.4% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% | 76.7% | 4.0% |
| Ireland | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 12.1% | 13.5% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.1% | 37.2% | -0.1% |
| Christian | 53.9% | 46.2% | 7.7% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Road was 203.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 96.0% higher than the Church average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
South Road has the 7th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Church and the 82nd highest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 124.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57 South Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Other, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-02-27 | £237,968 |
| 57 South Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Other, an established residential building | £10,000 | 2020-05-06 | £13,141 |
| 43 South Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Other, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2019-01-17 | £360,908 |
| 15A South Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Other, an established residential building | £800,000 | 2017-02-15 | £1,093,856 |
| 45B South Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Other, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2016-12-29 | £216,788 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Unemployed | 18 |
| Other | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 3,474 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Nursery School Cambridge Road , Bootle L20 9LQ | 3out of 4 | 4,874 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Church of England Primary School Denmark Street , Waterloo L22 9RG | 3out of 4 | 384 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 | 422 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterloo Primary School Crosby Road North , Waterloo L22 0LD | 3out of 4 | 584 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas Church of England Primary School Nicholas Road , Blundellsands L23 6TS | 4out of 4 | 1,577 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rimrose Hope CofE Primary School Sandy Road , Seaforth L21 1AD | 3out of 4 | 1,711 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 1,953 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterfield High School Chesterfield Road , Crosby L23 9YB | 3out of 4 | 2,719 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England High School St Michael's Road , L23 7UL | 3out of 4 | 2,886 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Litherland High School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | 2out of 4 | 3,195 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic High School Virgins Lane , Thornton L23 4UL | 3out of 4 | 3,487 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 | 4,585 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 | 1,163 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| St. Mary's College Everest Road , Crosby L23 5TW | - not rated | 1,703 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merchant Taylors' Girls' School Liverpool Road , L23 5SP | - not rated | 1,860 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Crosby High School De Villiers Avenue , Crosby L23 2TH | 3out of 4 | 2,804 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| IMPACT Daleacre Campus , Daleacre Drive L30 2QQ | 3out of 4 | 3,247 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sultan | 15-19 South Road | 9 yd | |
| Rancho Steakhouse & Sushi Bar Crosby | 57 South Road | 9 yd | |
| Greek Taverna | 45 South Road | 9 yd | |
| La Parrilla | 36 South Road | 37 yd | |
| Nicolas Restaurant | 28-30 South Road | 43 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Queen's Picture House | 47-53 South Road | 9 yd | |
| Alexandra Hotel | 69 South Road | 9 yd | |
| The Marine Bar & Grill | 3-5 South Road | 9 yd | |
| The Old Bank Inn | 43 South Road | 9 yd | |
| Bodega del Lobo | 44 South Road | 48 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Bar | 63 South Road | 9 yd | |
| Just Kebab | 21 South Road | 9 yd | |
| Chicago Grill | 39-41 South Road | 21 yd | |
| Chews Noodle Bar | 55 South Road | 42 yd | |
| Arong | 22 South Road | 51 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Plc | 70-76 South Road | 188 yd | |
| Co-op | 20 Brighton Road | 313 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Energie Fitness Club (Liverpool Waterloo) (Closed) South Road | health and fitness suite | 350 yd |
| Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre CAMBRIDGE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 473 yd |
| Tiersco Gym ST. JOHNS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 488 yd |
| Waterloo Methodist Church BIRCHDALE ROAD | 491 yd | |
| Brookvale Playing Fields BROOK VALE | grass pitches | 949 yd |
| Chaffers Playing Fields (Closed) Glenwyllin Road | athletics tracks | 971 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 | 96.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.8% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 175 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.