Church Cottages is in Liverpool and in Liverpool district. L25 2PH is located in the Belle Vale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Garston and Halewood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Cottages, Liverpool, L25 2PH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L25 2PQ, L25 3SB, L25 3SD, L25 2QP, L25 3SQ, L25 3SE, L25 2PE, L25 3SF, L25 2RD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding L25 2PH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% 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 | 53.2% | 52% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 46.8% | 48% | 1.2% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
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 L25 2PH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.2% 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 | 38.2% | 44.2% | 6.0% | 37.9% | 6.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.8% | 37.2% | 3.4% | 44.2% | -7.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 1.8% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 11% | 8.8% | -2.2% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 12.3% | 7.5% | -4.8% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 40.8% | 44.4% | 3.6% | 48.4% | -4.0% |
| Good health | 27.2% | 31.8% | 4.6% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 21.5% | 13.4% | -8.1% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 8.3% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 2.2% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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.
In the area around L25 2PH this area, 31.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.9% | 31.7% | -8.2% | 18.2% | 13.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 4.8% | -5.7% | 9.6% | -4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 16.7% | 0.9% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 6.6% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 17.2% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.4% | 22.9% | 7.5% | 33.8% | -10.9% |
| Other | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.5% | 94.6% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
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 | 98.9% | 94.6% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 94.6% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.5% | 76.7% | 3.8% |
| Ireland | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 16.2% | 13.5% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.5% | 37.2% | -11.7% |
| Christian | 70.9% | 46.2% | 24.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Cottages was 83.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.1% lower than the Belle Vale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Cottages has the 21st highest crime rate of 72 local areas in Belle Vale and the 753rd highest crime rate of 1,552 local areas in Liverpool .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Church Cottages, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2021-12-07 | £291,724 |
| 1 Church Cottages, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2021-09-24 | £293,042 |
| 8 Church Cottages, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2017-06-23 | £299,374 |
| 8 Church Cottages, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2014-12-16 | £295,305 |
| 9 Church Cottages, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2013-12-10 | £326,540 |
L25 2PH 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 | 75 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Prescot Road Nursery School 86 East Prescot Road , L14 1PW | 4out of 4 | 4,867 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Allenby Square Nursery School Elmshouse Road , L13 2BR | - not rated | 5,343 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belle Vale County Infant School Besford Road , L25 2QF | - not rated | 230 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belle Vale Community Primary School Besford Road , Gateacre L25 2QF | 3out of 4 | 230 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of the Assumption Junior School Hedgefield Road , L25 2RW | - not rated | 584 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Assumption Junior School Hedgefield Road , Gateacre L25 2RW | - not rated | 584 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School Hedgefield Road , Belle Vale L25 2RW | 3out of 4 | 584 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gateacre School Hedgefield Road , Belle Vale L25 2RW | - not rated | 635 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateacre School Hedgefield Road , Belle Vale L25 2RW | 2out of 4 | 645 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lee Manor High School Childwall Valley Road , L27 3YA | - not rated | 714 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Xavier's College Woolton Hill Road , Woolton L25 6EG | - not rated | 1,856 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| St Francis Xavier's College High Lee , Beaconsfield Road L25 6EG | - not rated | 1,856 yd | Foundation school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knowsley Community College Rupert Road , Roby L36 9TD | - not rated | 3,180 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool College Queen's Drive , Mossley Hill L18 8BG | 4out of 4 | 4,949 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willowfield School 3-4 Tuffins Corner , L27 7BR | - not rated | 730 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope School 251 Hartsbourne Avenue , L25 2RY | 4out of 4 | 867 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wheathill School Naylorsfield Drive , Netherley L27 0YD | - not rated | 1,222 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakeside School Naylors Road , L27 2YA | - not rated | 1,444 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harold Magnay Special School Woolton Hill Road , L25 6JA | - not rated | 1,655 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Valley Millenium Centre | Lee Valley Millenium Centre Childwall Valley Road | 430 yd | |
| Valley Hub | Lee Valley Millenium Centre Childwall Valley Road | 430 yd | |
| McDonalds | 298 Childwall Valley Road | 469 yd | |
| KFC | Ext 2, Belle Vale Shopping Centre Childwall Valley Road | 521 yd | |
| Area 51 Laser Quest | Store G, Belle Vale Shopping Centre Childwall Valley Road | 525 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woolton Conservative Clue | Woolton Conservative Club Belle Vale Road | 599 yd | |
| Gateacre Institute | 14 Grange Lane | 660 yd | |
| The Brown Cow | 10 Halewood Road | 667 yd | |
| St Cyrils Parochial Club | St Cyrils Parish Centre, 84 Southbrook Road | 828 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| On The Run | 42A Lee Park Avenue | 248 yd | |
| Roast | 19, Belle Vale Shopping Centre Childwall Valley Road | 498 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 4, Belle Vale Shopping Centre Childwall Valley Road | 508 yd | |
| sayers | Belle Vale Shopping Centre Childwall Valley Road | 525 yd | |
| Happy Family | 185 Grange Lane | 618 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 49, Belle Vale Shopping Centre Childwall Valley Road | 467 yd | |
| Cool Trader | Store F, Belle Vale Shopping Centre Childwall Valley Road | 525 yd | |
| Farmfoods Freezer Centre | 50 - 51, Belle Vale Shopping Centre Childwall Valley Road | 525 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Belle Vale Community Primary School (Closed) Besford Road | grass pitches | 233 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Liverpool) BELLE VALE SHOPPING CENTRE BELLE VALE SHOPPING CENTRE CHILDWALL VALLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 535 yd |
| Gateacre Community School Hedgefield Road | grass pitches | 601 yd |
| Lee Park Golf Club Ltd CHILDWALL VALLEY ROAD | golf | 628 yd |
| Our Lady Of Assumption Playing Fields (Closed) Hedgefield Road | grass pitches | 632 yd |
| Hope School HARTSBOURNE AVENUE | grass pitches | 707 yd |
| Play The World (Closed) Childwall Valley Road | golf | 892 yd |
| Gateacre Community School (Closed) Grange Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 941 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 | 59.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.