Woodlands Square is in Liverpool and in Liverpool district. L27 5RZ 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 Woodlands Square, Liverpool, L27 5RZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L27 5QP, L27 5QN, L27 5RP, L27 5RR, L27 4XU, L27 5RD, L27 5QW, L27 5RE, L27 4XX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding L27 5RZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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 | 57.2% | 52.8% | -4.4% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 42.8% | 47.2% | 4.4% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
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 | 34.3% | 35.2% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.2% | 43.8% | -3.4% | 44.2% | -0.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 9.1% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 8.7% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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 | 49.2% | 41.6% | -7.6% | 48.4% | -6.8% |
| Good health | 34% | 32.2% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 17.6% | 6.5% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 4% | 7.5% | 3.5% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 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.
In the area around L27 5RZ this area, 41.8% 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 14.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.5% | 41.8% | 11.3% | 18.2% | 23.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 10.9% | -7.1% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.2% | 12.7% | -7.5% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 3.6% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.5% | 14.1% | -1.4% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 9% | 14.5% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -19.3% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.3% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 4.1% | 3.8% | 0.8% | 3.3% |
| White | 98.3% | 95.2% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 98.3% | 97.8% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 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 | 98% | 97.8% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 15% | 13.5% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30% | 37.2% | -7.2% |
| Christian | 65.5% | 46.2% | 19.3% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woodlands Square was 26.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.3% lower than the Belle Vale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Woodlands Square has the 15th lowest crime rate of 73 local areas in Belle Vale and the 226th lowest crime rate of 1,559 local areas in Liverpool .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Woodlands Square, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2023-10-31 | £60,565 |
| 17 Woodlands Square, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £46,000 | 2014-08-28 | £83,171 |
| 19 Woodlands Square, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2006-09-25 | £123,791 |
| 7 Woodlands Square, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £30,000 | 2005-08-05 | £57,389 |
| 19 Woodlands Square, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £32,000 | 2003-08-15 | £105,196 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norman Pannell Primary School Brownbill Bank , L27 7AE | 3out of 4 | 1,007 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's Catholic Primary School Montreal Road , Netherley L27 7AG | 3out of 4 | 1,030 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Halewood Church of England Primary Academy Church Road , Halewood L26 6LB | 4out of 4 | 1,747 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plantation Primary School Hollies Road , Halewood L26 0TH | 3out of 4 | 2,057 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School Arncliffe Road , Halewood L25 9PA | 3out of 4 | 2,070 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 | 2out of 4 | 2,490 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Halewood Academy The Avenue , Wood Road L26 1UU | 3out of 4 | 2,635 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Julie's Catholic High School Speke Road , Woolton L25 7TN | 3out of 4 | 2,903 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Lord Derby Academy Seel Road , Huyton L36 6DG | 2out of 4 | 3,488 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Xavier's College Woolton Hill Road , Woolton L25 6EG | 2out of 4 | 3,679 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside School Naylors Road , L27 2YA | - not rated | 2,220 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Finch Woods Academy Bailey's Lane , Halewood L26 0TY | 3out of 4 | 2,649 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope School 251 Hartsbourne Avenue , L25 2RY | 4out of 4 | 2,804 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawrence House School 8 Huyton Church Road , Huyton L36 5SJ | - not rated | 3,488 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolton High School Woolton Hill Road , Woolton L25 6JA | 3out of 4 | 3,559 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Express Catering | 5 Woodlands Square | 42 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netherley Sports And Social Club | 10 Wood Lane | 749 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cross Farm Primary School (Closed) Victoria Falls Road | grass pitches | 344 yd |
| Wood Lane Park Playing Fields WOOD LANE | grass pitches | 661 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.