Braid Crescent is in Liverpool and in Sefton district. L23 9AE is located in the Victoria electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bootle. This postcode has been in use since 2013-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Braid Crescent, Liverpool, L23 9AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L23 9AF, L23 0UJ, L23 0UL, L23 0UN, L23 9AB, L23 0UT, L23 0UW, L23 0TU, L23 0UB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around L23 9AE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 50.3% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 47.8% | 49.7% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 33.6% | 38.4% | 4.8% | 37.9% | 0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.2% | 41.4% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -2.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2.1% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 12.3% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 5.1% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 (85.7%) 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 | 46% | 60.8% | 14.8% | 48.4% | 12.4% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 24.9% | -11.8% | 33.6% | -8.7% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 9.5% | -1.6% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 3.4% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.7% | 12% | -7.7% | 18.2% | -6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 9.9% | -7.6% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 12% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5.8% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.8% | 23.6% | 8.8% | 16.9% | 6.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.7% | 34.6% | 11.9% | 33.8% | 0.8% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.1% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.3% | 97.3% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 97.6% | 95.5% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 3.2% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 95.8% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.6% | 76.7% | 11.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.9% | 37.2% | -9.3% |
| Christian | 66.2% | 46.2% | 20.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Braid Crescent was 23.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.9% lower than the Manor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Braid Crescent has the 15th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Manor and the 229th lowest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -82.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Braid Crescent, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2025-04-15 | £370,229 |
| 31 Braid Crescent, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2024-08-23 | £458,079 |
| 38 Braid Crescent, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £309,000 | 2024-03-25 | £344,593 |
| 24 Braid Crescent, Liverpool, Merseyside Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-08-25 | £124,427 |
| 29 Braid Crescent, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2021-06-25 | £392,714 |
L23 9AE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 123 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sand Dunes Nursery School Caradoc Road , Seaforth L21 4NB | - not rated | 2,931 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacre Community Nursery School Province Place , L20 6PJ | 3out of 4 | 3,673 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Crosby Catholic Primary School The Northern Road , Sefton L23 2RQ | 3out of 4 | 487 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forefield Community Infant and Nursery School Forefield Lane , Crosby L23 9SL | - not rated | 526 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forefield Community Infant and Nursery School Forefield Lane , Crosby L23 9SL | 3out of 4 | 526 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forefield Junior School Forefield Lane , Crosby L23 9TJ | - not rated | 553 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Forefield Junior School Forefield Lane , Crosby L23 9TJ | 3out of 4 | 553 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 475 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic College Liverpool Road , Crosby L23 5TF | - not rated | 754 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterfield High School Chesterfield Road , Crosby L23 9YB | - not rated | 983 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterfield High School Chesterfield Road , Crosby L23 9YB | 3out of 4 | 983 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic High School Virgins Lane , Thornton L23 4UL | 3out of 4 | 1,751 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 | 5,378 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olsen House School 85-87 Liverpool Road , L23 5TD | - not rated | 662 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanfield Merchant Taylors Junior School for Girls' and Pre-Prep 134 Liverpool Road , Crosby L23 5TH | - not rated | 697 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Chestnut Tree School 85-87 Liverpool Road , Crosby L23 5TD | - not rated | 754 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Merchant Taylors' Schools 186 Liverpool Road , Crosby L23 0QP | - not rated | 780 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Mary's College St. Mary's College , Everest Road L23 5TW | - not rated | 798 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethel New Life Centre | 20 Seafield Avenue | 281 yd | |
| Annie's Tea Rooms | 12 Endbutt Lane | 613 yd | |
| All Saints Childrens Ventures Ltd | 93b Forefield Lane | 617 yd | |
| Company Brunch & Dessert Lounge | 10 Endbutt Lane | 618 yd | |
| Liverpool Road Social | 113a Liverpool Road | 627 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Endbutt | 63 Endbutt Lane | 194 yd | |
| St Peter & Paul Parochial Club | 161 Liverpool Road | 577 yd | |
| Crosby Comrades Club | 96 Liverpool Road | 663 yd | |
| All Saints with St Frideswyde Church Hall | Community Hub, 93B Forefield Lane | 665 yd | |
| The Queens Nook | 81 Liverpool Road | 783 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mikes Chip Shop | 53 Stuart Road | 518 yd | |
| Five Fortune | 8 Endbutt Lane | 627 yd | |
| Alexanders Sandwich Bar | 2 Endbutt Lane | 638 yd | |
| Lin's Take Away | 83 Liverpool Road | 692 yd | |
| Fongs Hot Food | 117 Brownmoor Lane | 714 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods Ltd | 4-12 Liverpool Road | 1,066 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Catholic College (Upper Site) LIVERPOOL ROAD | 476 yd | |
| Great Crosby Primary School THE NORTHERN ROAD | grass pitches | 490 yd |
| Sacred Heart Catholic College (Lower Site) ANNEXE ANNEXE MYERS ROAD EAST | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 509 yd |
| The Fitness Rooms ST MARYS COLLEGE SPORTS CENTRE ST MARYS COLLEGE SPORTS CENTRE LIVERPOOL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 727 yd |
| Merchant Taylors' School LIVERPOOL ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 753 yd |
| Merchant Taylors' School For Girls LIVERPOOL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 833 yd |
| Chesterfield High School CHESTERFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 980 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 197.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.