Harlyn Close is in Liverpool and in Knowsley district. L26 1UL is located in the Halewood South 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 Harlyn Close, Liverpool, L26 1UL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L26 1UB, L26 1TZ, L26 1UP, L26 1UJ, L26 1UF, L26 1UH, L26 1YG, L26 1UR, L26 1UE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around L26 1UL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.5% | 51% | -5.5% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 43.5% | 49% | 5.5% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 L26 1UL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52% 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 | 39.9% | 52% | 12.1% | 37.9% | 14.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.3% | 27.3% | -3.0% | 44.2% | -16.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 8.4% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 18.7% | 9.3% | -9.4% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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 | 34.5% | 44.8% | 10.3% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 34.6% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 19% | 11.9% | -7.1% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 8.6% | 8% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Very bad health | 5.2% | 0.7% | -4.5% | 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.
In the area around L26 1UL this area, 29.6% 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 20%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 49% | 29.6% | -19.4% | 18.2% | 11.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 13% | 2.9% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.6% | 10.4% | -0.2% | 13.4% | -3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 3.9% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 17.8% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.6% | 20% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -13.8% |
| Other | 3% | 5.2% | 2.2% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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 | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 93.5% | 94.1% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 88.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.1% | 88.5% | -7.6% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 6.6% | 5.7% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 88.5% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 1.4% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.6% | 76.7% | -1.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.8% | 1.5% | 1.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.3% | 13.5% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.4% | 37.2% | -1.8% |
| Christian | 56.6% | 46.2% | 10.4% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harlyn Close was 139.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 179.9% higher than the Halewood North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Harlyn Close has the 13th highest crime rate of 82 local areas in Halewood North and the 103rd highest crime rate of 496 local areas in Knowsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 71.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 17.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Harlyn Close, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-01-21 | £182,276 |
| 3 Harlyn Close, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £127,500 | 2021-11-05 | £155,817 |
| 18 Harlyn Close, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2021-04-01 | £118,201 |
| 1 Harlyn Close, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2021-02-17 | £145,716 |
| 8 Harlyn Close, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2019-12-20 | £170,671 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew the Apostle Catholic Primary School Higher Road , Halewood L26 1TD | 3out of 4 | 607 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Yew Tree Primary Academy The Avenue , Halewood L26 1UU | 3out of 4 | 751 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hunts Cross Primary School Kingsthorne Road , L25 0PJ | 3out of 4 | 833 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christopher's Catholic Primary School Tarbock Road , Speke L24 0SN | 3out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plantation Primary School Hollies Road , Halewood L26 0TH | 3out of 4 | 1,457 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halewood Academy The Avenue , Wood Road L26 1UU | 3out of 4 | 770 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Julie's Catholic High School Speke Road , Woolton L25 7TN | 3out of 4 | 2,579 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Academy of St Nicholas 51 Horrocks Avenue , Garston L19 5NY | 2out of 4 | 3,347 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Xavier's College Woolton Hill Road , Woolton L25 6EG | 2out of 4 | 4,221 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Gateacre School Hedgefield Road , Belle Vale L25 2RW | 2out of 4 | 4,505 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finch Woods Academy Bailey's Lane , Halewood L26 0TY | 3out of 4 | 1,713 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Employability Solutions Independent School 52 Wellington Street , Garston L19 2LX | - not rated | 4,150 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbot's Lea School Beaconsfield Road , Woolton L25 6EE | 4out of 4 | 4,192 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolton High School Woolton Hill Road , Woolton L25 6JA | 3out of 4 | 4,210 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Prudentia Education GAP Centre , Bowden Road L19 1QP | - not rated | 4,583 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hub | Lichfield Road, Halewood | 346 yd | |
| Optima Catering | Catering, Arriva North West Shaw Road | 463 yd | |
| The Brunch Box | 5 Wood Road, Halewood | 566 yd | |
| Sodexo | 5 Renaissance Way | 714 yd | |
| Anglia Restaurant | (Jaguar Plant), South Road | 809 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 9 The Halewood Shopping Centre, Leathers Lane | 990 yd | |
| Hunts Cross Supper Bar | 104 Hillfoot Avenue | 1,057 yd | |
| Halewood Fish Bar | Unit 11, The Halewood Shopping Centre | 1,058 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 1 The Halewood Shopping Centre, Leathers Lane | 1,058 yd | |
| Iceland | 5 The Halewood Shopping Centre, Leathers Lane | 1,058 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eli Lilly And Company Limited FLEMING ROAD | 774 yd | |
| Halewood Academy THE AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 799 yd |
| Hunts Cross Primary School KINGSTHORNE ROAD | grass pitches | 883 yd |
| Halewood Town Junior Football Academy LEATHERS LANE | grass pitches | 981 yd |
| Frederick Lunt Playing Fields Abberley Road | grass pitches | 1,030 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 | 78.9% |
| 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 | 196.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.