Oxford Road is in Waterloo, Liverpool and in Sefton district. L22 8QF 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 Oxford Road, Waterloo, Liverpool, L22 8QF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L22 9RG, L22 8QH, L22 5NR, L22 8QB, L22 8QN, L22 5QT, L22 8QE, L22 5NP, L22 8QL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding L22 8QF is primarily male, with 57.4% 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 | 48.4% | 42.6% | -5.8% | 51.0% | -8.4% |
| Male | 51.6% | 57.4% | 5.8% | 49.0% | 8.4% |
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 L22 8QF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.7% 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 | 45.3% | 52.7% | 7.4% | 37.9% | 14.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.1% | 22% | -4.1% | 44.2% | -22.2% |
| Separated | 7.4% | 2% | -5.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 16.3% | 19.5% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 10.4% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 3.9% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 46.8% | 42.6% | -4.2% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 27.2% | 29.8% | 2.6% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 15.7% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 10.7% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 6.7% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 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 | 21.7% | 20% | -1.7% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 14.1% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.2% | 14.6% | -5.6% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 18% | 4.7% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.1% | 28.8% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -5.0% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.5% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 90.8% | 97.1% | 6.3% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 95.6% | 94.6% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 3.7% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 95% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.7% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 76.7% | 1.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.8% | 13.5% | 6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.2% | 37.2% | -1.0% |
| Christian | 57.2% | 46.2% | 11.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oxford Road was 22.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.6% lower than the Church average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Oxford Road has the 8th lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Church and the 202nd lowest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2A Oxford Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Other, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2022-04-05 | £431,088 |
| 40 Oxford Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Other, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2020-12-17 | £155,402 |
| 6 Oxford Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2020-11-04 | £226,673 |
| 28 Oxford Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2020-07-07 | £405,942 |
| 16 Oxford Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2020-01-29 | £310,158 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sand Dunes Nursery School Caradoc Road , Seaforth L21 4NB | - not rated | 2,266 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacre Community Nursery School Province Place , L20 6PJ | 3out of 4 | 3,739 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Nursery School Cambridge Road , Bootle L20 9LQ | 3out of 4 | 5,181 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 | 89 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's and St Thomas' Catholic Primary School Oxford Road , Waterloo L22 8QF | - not rated | 102 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's and St Thomas' Catholic Primary School Oxford Road , Waterloo L22 8QF | 3out of 4 | 102 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterloo Primary School Crosby Road North , Waterloo L22 0LD | - not rated | 552 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterloo Primary School Crosby Road North , Waterloo L22 0LD | 3out of 4 | 552 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Catholic Academy Liverpool Road , Crosby L23 5TF | - not rated | 1,371 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic College Liverpool Road , Crosby L23 5TF | - not rated | 1,719 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor High School St Michael's Road , Crosby L23 7UL | - not rated | 2,588 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England High School St Michael's Road , L23 7UL | - not rated | 2,588 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England High School St Michael's Road , L23 7UL | - not rated | 2,588 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 | 4,900 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merchant Taylors' Schools 186 Liverpool Road , Crosby L23 0QP | - not rated | 953 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanfield Merchant Taylors Junior School for Girls' and Pre-Prep 134 Liverpool Road , Crosby L23 5TH | - not rated | 1,322 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St. Mary's College St. Mary's College , Everest Road L23 5TW | - not rated | 1,456 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Preparatory School The Mount , Blundellsands Road West L23 6TF | - not rated | 1,477 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherton House School Alexandra Road , Great Crosby L23 7TF | - not rated | 1,483 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crosby Coffee | 2 Oxford Road | 86 yd | |
| Caribbean Infusion Delight | 57 St Johns Road | 264 yd | |
| Temptations | 62-64 St Johns Road | 321 yd | |
| Make your Mark | 46-48 St Johns Road | 378 yd | |
| Florence and Fox | 95 St Johns Road | 393 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Hotel | 5 Brighton Road | 217 yd | |
| Volunteer Canteen | 45 East Street | 219 yd | |
| Paul's Bar L22 | 61 St Johns Road | 272 yd | |
| The Queen's Picture House | 47-53 South Road | 395 yd | |
| Alexandra Hotel | 69 South Road | 395 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eldorado Luigi | 71 St Johns Road | 264 yd | |
| Rockin Rolls | 1A Lorne Road | 382 yd | |
| Chicago Grill | 39-41 South Road | 390 yd | |
| Pizza Bar | 63 South Road | 395 yd | |
| Just Kebab | 21 South Road | 395 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 20 Brighton Road | 166 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Plc | 70-76 South Road | 476 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Waterloo Methodist Church BIRCHDALE ROAD | 307 yd | |
| Tiersco Gym ST. JOHNS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 382 yd |
| Energie Fitness Club (Liverpool Waterloo) (Closed) South Road | health and fitness suite | 569 yd |
| Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre CAMBRIDGE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 776 yd |
| Merchant Taylors' School LIVERPOOL ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 942 yd |
| Marine Travel Arena ROSSETT ROAD | grass pitches | 1,034 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 | 98.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 98.1% |
| 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 223.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.