Forefield Lane is in Liverpool and in Sefton district. L23 9TQ is located in the Manor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sefton Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Forefield Lane, Liverpool, L23 9TQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L23 9TJ, L23 2RL, L23 9XS, L23 9UA, L23 9TX, L23 2RT, L23 9TU, L23 2RP, L23 9XR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding L23 9TQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.6% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.8% | 55.6% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 4.6% |
| Male | 46.2% | 44.4% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -4.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of L23 9TQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.1% | 22.8% | -1.3% | 37.9% | -15.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.7% | 60% | 1.3% | 44.2% | 15.8% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.7% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 3.8% | 4.8% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -4.3% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 10% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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 | 43.4% | 51.3% | 7.9% | 48.4% | 2.9% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 28.8% | -4.8% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 13% | -3.8% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 4.9% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 17.8% | 14.9% | -2.9% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 8% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 14.5% | -3.7% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 7.3% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 12.1% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.7% | 39.8% | 10.1% | 33.8% | 6.0% |
| Other | 3.8% | 3.5% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 100% | 97.7% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 99.4% | 98.6% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 98.6% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 76.7% | 11.8% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.8% | 37.2% | -14.4% |
| Christian | 70.9% | 46.2% | 24.7% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Forefield Lane was 23.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.1% lower than the Manor average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Forefield Lane has the 16th lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Manor and the 210th lowest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57 Forefield Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2024-07-10 | £452,488 |
| 47 Forefield Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2023-01-27 | £337,050 |
| 95 Forefield Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2020-11-30 | £526,293 |
| 63 Forefield Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2019-07-05 | £431,562 |
| 57 Forefield Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £308,000 | 2016-05-06 | £482,518 |
L23 9TQ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in L23 9TQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 122 |
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Education | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenacre Community Nursery School Province Place , L20 6PJ | 3out of 4 | 4,056 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forefield Junior School Forefield Lane , Crosby L23 9TJ | 3out of 4 | 165 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Forefield Community Infant and Nursery School Forefield Lane , Crosby L23 9SL | 4out of 4 | 325 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Crosby Catholic Primary School The Northern Road , Sefton L23 2RQ | 3out of 4 | 552 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St William of York Catholic Primary School St William Road , Crosby L23 9XH | 3out of 4 | 935 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 | 1,168 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield High School Chesterfield Road , Crosby L23 9YB | 3out of 4 | 540 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic College Liverpool Road , Crosby L23 5TF | 2out of 4 | 861 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic High School Virgins Lane , Thornton L23 4UL | 3out of 4 | 1,110 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 | 1,816 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Litherland High School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | 2out of 4 | 2,308 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 | 861 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Merchant Taylors' Girls' School Liverpool Road , L23 5SP | - not rated | 1,007 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St. Mary's College Everest Road , Crosby L23 5TW | - not rated | 1,077 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newfield School Edge Lane , Crosby L23 4TG | 3out of 4 | 1,099 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jigsaw Primary Pupil Referral Unit Stannyfield Drive , Thornton L23 1TY | 3out of 4 | 1,127 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Childrens Ventures Ltd | 93b Forefield Lane | 88 yd | |
| Brownmoor Cafe | 115 Brownmoor Lane | 372 yd | |
| Bethel New Life Centre | 20 Seafield Avenue | 719 yd | |
| Kings Church Luncheon Club | The Kings Church, 2 Drummond Road | 900 yd | |
| Annie's Tea Rooms | 12 Endbutt Lane | 938 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints with St Frideswyde Church Hall | Community Hub, 93B Forefield Lane | 2 yd | |
| Liverpool Ramblers A F C | Liverpool Ramblers Football Club, Moor Lane | 766 yd | |
| Endbutt | 63 Endbutt Lane | 812 yd | |
| LCFA Sefton | 1 Drummond Road | 819 yd | |
| The Northern Club | Sports Ground, Elm Avenue | 878 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fongs Hot Food | 117 Brownmoor Lane | 372 yd | |
| Five Fortune | 8 Endbutt Lane | 954 yd | |
| Alexanders Sandwich Bar | 2 Endbutt Lane | 970 yd | |
| Lin's Take Away | 83 Liverpool Road | 971 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 251 Moor Lane | 668 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield High School CHESTERFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 443 yd |
| Great Crosby Primary School THE NORTHERN ROAD | grass pitches | 635 yd |
| The Northern Club ELM AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts | 793 yd |
| Civil Service Sports Club (Closed) Drummond Road | grass pitches | 818 yd |
| Playfootball Liverpool PLAYFOOTBALL CENTRE PLAYFOOTBALL CENTRE DRUMMOND ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 821 yd |
| Liverpool Ramblers Afc BEECH PARK | grass pitches | 898 yd |
| Sacred Heart Catholic College (Upper Site) LIVERPOOL ROAD | 985 yd | |
| Thornton Primary School (Closed) THORNTON PRIMARY SCHOOL THORNTON PRIMARY SCHOOL EDGE LANE | grass pitches | 1,071 yd |
| The Fitness Rooms ST MARYS COLLEGE SPORTS CENTRE ST MARYS COLLEGE SPORTS CENTRE LIVERPOOL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,073 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 257.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.