Ince Lane is in Liverpool and in Sefton district. L23 4UJ is located in the Ravenmeols electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sefton Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ince Lane, Liverpool, L23 4UJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around L23 4UJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.6% | 51.6% | -4.0% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 44.4% | 48.4% | 4.0% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 29.6% | 37.8% | 8.2% | 37.9% | -0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46% | 45.5% | -0.5% | 44.2% | 1.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 6.3% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 12.8% | 8.6% | -4.2% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 42.7% | 48.8% | 6.1% | 48.4% | 0.4% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 29.7% | -4.2% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 15.6% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 9.5% | 4.7% | -4.8% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| 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 | 22.8% | 20.1% | -2.7% | 18.2% | 1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 6.7% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10% | 12.9% | 2.9% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 7.1% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19.2% | 19.2% | 0.0% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 28% | 31.3% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -2.5% |
| Other | 6.4% | 2.7% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99% | 99.6% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 96.9% | 93% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 4.7% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 93% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 5.1% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.7% | 76.7% | 9.0% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 10.5% | 13.5% | -3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 16.7% | 37.2% | -20.5% |
| Christian | 72.9% | 46.2% | 26.7% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Not answered | 8.9% | 6.0% | 2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ince Lane was 127.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 187.4% higher than the Ravenmeols average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ince Lane has the 3rd highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Ravenmeols and the 181st highest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 73.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| White House Ince Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £675,000 | 2018-12-17 | £917,241 |
L23 4UJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
L23 4UJ 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.
| Retired | 65 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Back Lane , Crosby L23 4UA | 3out of 4 | 884 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St William of York Catholic Primary School St William Road , Crosby L23 9XH | 3out of 4 | 1,901 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Halsall Church of England Primary School Cooks Road , Crosby L23 2TB | 3out of 4 | 2,320 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forefield Junior School Forefield Lane , Crosby L23 9TJ | 3out of 4 | 2,421 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valewood Primary School Sherwood Avenue , Crosby L23 7YG | 3out of 4 | 2,456 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Family Catholic High School Virgins Lane , Thornton L23 4UL | 3out of 4 | 1,242 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England High School St Michael's Road , L23 7UL | 3out of 4 | 2,204 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterfield High School Chesterfield Road , Crosby L23 9YB | 3out of 4 | 2,340 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic College Liverpool Road , Crosby L23 5TF | 2out of 4 | 2,567 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Litherland High School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | 2out of 4 | 4,074 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crosby High School De Villiers Avenue , Crosby L23 2TH | 3out of 4 | 1,710 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jigsaw Primary Pupil Referral Unit Stannyfield Drive , Thornton L23 1TY | 3out of 4 | 1,779 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newfield School Edge Lane , Crosby L23 4TG | 3out of 4 | 2,064 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Merchant Taylors' Girls' School Liverpool Road , L23 5SP | - not rated | 2,681 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St. Mary's College Everest Road , Crosby L23 5TW | - not rated | 2,835 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crosby Hall Educational Trust | Crosby Hall, Back Lane | 1,023 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 | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| 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 | 16.7% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.