Custley Hey is in Liverpool and in Knowsley district. L28 1RN is located in the Stockbridge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Knowsley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Custley Hey, Liverpool, L28 1RN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L28 1RP, L28 1NT, L28 1RW, L28 1RJ, L28 4EF, L28 4EE, L28 1RL, L28 1RH, L28 4EW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around L28 1RN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.9% | 51.5% | -3.4% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 45.1% | 48.5% | 3.4% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 L28 1RN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.6% 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 | 42.7% | 49.6% | 6.9% | 37.9% | 11.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37% | 25.4% | -11.6% | 44.2% | -18.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 10.8% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 9.2% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.2% | 36.9% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 30.9% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 17% | 19.3% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 6.6% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 10% | 2.5% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 3% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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.
In the area around L28 1RN this area, 39.6% 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 14.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 51.6% | 39.6% | -12.0% | 18.2% | 21.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 10.4% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 10.8% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 5.8% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 15.8% | 8.5% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.3% | 14.6% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -19.2% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.9% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.6% 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 | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.5% | 0.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| White | 95.1% | 92.6% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 11.2% |
| Arab | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 91% 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 | 98.4% | 91% | -7.4% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Africa | 1% | 2.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 91% | -7.0% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.4% | 76.7% | -4.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 20.3% | 13.5% | 6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.3% | 37.2% | -12.9% |
| Christian | 69.1% | 46.2% | 22.9% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Custley Hey was 58.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.8% lower than the Stockbridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Custley Hey has the 5th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Stockbridge and the 203rd lowest crime rate of 493 local areas in Knowsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -81.5%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% 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 Custley Hey, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2023-11-03 | £89,796 |
| 31 Custley Hey, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2023-02-13 | £138,912 |
| 20 Custley Hey, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £74,000 | 2019-02-08 | £116,619 |
| 33 Custley Hey, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £56,000 | 2013-12-20 | £106,944 |
| 6 Custley Hey, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £78,995 | 2009-10-16 | £140,606 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| 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 | 3,827 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellergreen Nursery School and Childcare Centre Ellergreen Road , Norris Green L11 2RY | 4out of 4 | 4,043 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Allenby Square Nursery School Elmshouse Road , L13 2BR | - not rated | 5,021 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockbridge Village Primary School The Withens , L28 1AB | 3out of 4 | 198 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nine Tree Primary School Hollow Croft , Stockbridge Village L28 4ED | - not rated | 443 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Albert's Catholic Primary School Steers Croft , Stockbridge Village L28 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 496 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Brigid's Catholic Primary School Waterpark Drive , Stockbridge Village L28 7RE | - not rated | 577 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookside Community Primary School Cremorne Hey , Stockbridge Village L28 3QA | - not rated | 881 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockbridge Village School Little Moss Hey , Stockbridge Village L28 5RL | - not rated | 640 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund of Canterbury Catholic High School Lordens Road , L14 8UD | - not rated | 1,164 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic and Church of England (VA) Centre for Learning Stockbridge Lane , Huyton L36 3SD | - not rated | 1,267 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dovecot Comprehensive School Fincham Road , L14 9NJ | - not rated | 1,427 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Broughton Hall Catholic High School Yew Tree Lane , West Derby L12 9HJ | 3out of 4 | 2,342 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Park School Haswell Drive , Stockbridge Village L28 1RX | 3out of 4 | 227 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent's School - A Specialist School for Sensory Impairment and Other Needs Yew Tree Lane , West Derby L12 9HN | 2out of 4 | 1,943 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| NexGen Academy Dovecot MAC , Back of Dovecot Place L14 9BA | - not rated | 2,391 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Albert Hambleton School Mossbrow Road , Huyton L36 7SY | - not rated | 2,725 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Alt Bridge School Wellcroft Road , Huyton L36 7TA | 3out of 4 | 2,964 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AFC Knowsley Cafe | Lord Derby Pavilion, Knowsley Lane | 742 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village Inn | Haswell Drive, Stockbridge Village | 428 yd | |
| The Ploughman | 44-45 Marled Hey, Stockbridge Village | 545 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village Chippy | 1 The Croft, Stockbridge Village | 422 yd | |
| Subway | 3 The Croft, Stockbridge Village | 422 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa Stockbridge Village | Parrys Supermarket, 17 The Croft | 409 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Meadow Park School HASWELL DRIVE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 186 yd |
| Heatwaves Leisure Centre (Closed) Waterpark Drive | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 248 yd |
| Stockbridge Village Neighbourhood Centre STOCKBRIDGE VILLAGE NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE STOCKBRIDGE VILLAGE NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE THE WITHENS | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 349 yd |
| St Brigids Rc School Waterpark Drive | 546 yd | |
| Poole Hey POOL HEY | grass pitches | 562 yd |
| Mab Lane Playing Fields (Closed) Mab Lane | grass pitches | 810 yd |
| Mab Lane Youth Centre CROXDALE ROAD WEST | 965 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 | 55.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.