Park Drive is in Crosby, Liverpool and in Sefton district. L23 6TW is located in the Blundellsands electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sefton Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Park Drive, Crosby, Liverpool, L23 6TW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L23 6TD, L23 6TB, L23 6WG, L23 6TN, L23 6UF, L23 6XH, L23 6TQ, L23 6XQ, L23 6XU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding L23 6TW has a slightly higher male population, with 52.9% of residents 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 | 51.2% | 47.1% | -4.1% | 51.0% | -3.9% |
| Male | 48.8% | 52.9% | 4.1% | 49.0% | 3.9% |
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 | 32.9% | 32.6% | -0.3% | 37.9% | -5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.4% | 49.6% | 1.2% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 1.7% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 9.1% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 5.8% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 63.6% | 60.7% | -2.9% | 48.4% | 12.3% |
| Good health | 22.9% | 22.8% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -10.8% |
| Fair health | 10.1% | 11.8% | 1.7% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 2% | 4% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 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.
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 55.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.4% | 12.1% | -3.3% | 18.2% | -6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.9% | 5.4% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 11.3% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 3.8% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 10.9% | -0.1% | 16.9% | -6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.7% | 55.2% | 10.5% | 33.8% | 21.4% |
| Other | 2.8% | 1.3% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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 | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.4% | 0.7% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -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 | 93.9% | 97.4% | 3.5% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 90.4% 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 | 94.6% | 90.4% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| European Union | 1% | 5.1% | 4.1% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 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 | 91.9% | 90.4% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.1% | 8.1% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.1% | 0.4% | -6.7% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.7% | 76.7% | 17.0% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Germany | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 2.2% | 13.5% | -11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21.1% | 37.2% | -16.1% |
| Christian | 73% | 46.2% | 26.8% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Drive was 41.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.3% lower than the Blundellsands average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Drive has the 23rd highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Blundellsands and the 392nd lowest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Park Drive, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2022-10-07 | £635,857 |
| 6 Park Drive, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £1,150,000 | 2011-03-03 | £1,848,338 |
L23 6TW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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 6TW 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 | 78 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ursuline Catholic Primary School Nicholas Road , L23 6TT | 3out of 4 | 748 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas Church of England Primary School Nicholas Road , Blundellsands L23 6TS | 4out of 4 | 1,002 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valewood Primary School Sherwood Avenue , Crosby L23 7YG | 3out of 4 | 1,493 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Halsall Church of England Primary School Cooks Road , Crosby L23 2TB | 3out of 4 | 1,808 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 | 2,169 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Church of England High School St Michael's Road , L23 7UL | 3out of 4 | 1,565 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic College Liverpool Road , Crosby L23 5TF | 2out of 4 | 2,064 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic High School Virgins Lane , Thornton L23 4UL | 3out of 4 | 3,420 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterfield High School Chesterfield Road , Crosby L23 9YB | 3out of 4 | 3,453 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Litherland High School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | 2out of 4 | 4,946 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Mary's College Everest Road , Crosby L23 5TW | - not rated | 1,921 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merchant Taylors' Girls' School Liverpool Road , L23 5SP | - not rated | 1,932 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Merchant Taylors' Boys' School Liverpool Road , Crosby L23 0QP | - not rated | 2,135 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Crosby High School De Villiers Avenue , Crosby L23 2TH | 3out of 4 | 2,476 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jigsaw Primary Pupil Referral Unit Stannyfield Drive , Thornton L23 1TY | 3out of 4 | 3,868 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ursuline Out of School Club | Ursuline Catholic Primary School, Nicholas Road | 462 yd | |
| (Cafe Vita) Crosby Leisure Centre | Mariners Road | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blundellsands Lawn Tennis Club | Blundellsands Lawn Tennis Club, Warren Road | 249 yd | |
| Waterloo Rugby Club | St Anthonys Road | 495 yd | |
| Campion Lawn Tennis Club | Campion Lawn Tennis Club, St Anthonys Road | 676 yd | |
| The Gunners Club | Gunners Club, Byron Road | 804 yd | |
| West Lancashire Artisans Golf Club | 4 Hall Road West | 872 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yom! | United Reformed Church, 31 Warren Road | 389 yd | |
| Anthony John Catering | Waterloo Rugby Union Football Club, St Anthonys Road | 521 yd | |
| Coffee at Mencap | 6-8 Mariners Road | 1,071 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St. Nicholas Ce Primary School NICHOLAS ROAD | grass pitches | 863 yd |
| West Lancashire Golf Club WEST LANCASHIRE ARTISANS GOLF CLUB WEST LANCASHIRE ARTISANS GOLF CLUB HALL ROAD WEST | golf | 917 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 | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 40.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 40.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 40.0% |
| 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 | 40.0% |
| Median download speed | 20.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 129.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.