Olive Grove is in Bootle and in Sefton district. L30 1PA is located in the Netherton and Orrell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bootle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Olive Grove, Bootle, L30 1PA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L30 1PD, L30 1PG, L30 1PF, L30 1PB, L30 1PQ, L30 1PW, L30 1PN, L30 1BB, L30 1BD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding L30 1PA has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.5% | 49.4% | -6.1% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 44.5% | 50.6% | 6.1% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 | 32.4% | 38.8% | 6.4% | 37.9% | 0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.1% | 43.8% | -4.3% | 44.2% | -0.4% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 10% | 8.9% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 6.3% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 42.4% | 44.6% | 2.2% | 48.4% | -3.8% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 28.3% | -6.5% | 33.6% | -5.3% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 16% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 8.2% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 4.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 3% | 1.3% | 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 L30 1PA this area, 28.8% 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 20.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.4% | 28.8% | -3.6% | 18.2% | 10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.3% | 9.9% | -10.4% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 7.2% | -11.1% | 13.4% | -6.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 9% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 20.7% | 12.0% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.2% | 20.3% | 9.1% | 33.8% | -13.5% |
| Other | 2.5% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.9% | 97.4% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
In this area, 98.5% 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 | 99.3% | 98.5% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 98.9% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.9% | 37.2% | -12.3% |
| Christian | 74% | 46.2% | 27.8% |
| Not answered | 1.1% | 6.0% | -4.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Olive Grove was 114.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.6% higher than the Molyneux average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Olive Grove has the 9th highest crime rate of 66 local areas in Molyneux and the 200th highest crime rate of 926 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 77.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Olive Grove, Bootle, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-08-30 | £239,393 |
| 7 Olive Grove, Bootle, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2018-05-25 | £211,907 |
| 6 Olive Grove, Bootle, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2014-05-30 | £122,472 |
| 16 Olive Grove, Bootle, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2013-08-16 | £218,296 |
| 4 Olive Grove, Bootle, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £123,500 | 2013-08-01 | £219,183 |
L30 1PA 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 | 77 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Other | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenacre Community Nursery School Province Place , L20 6PJ | 3out of 4 | 2,549 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Nursery School Cambridge Road , Bootle L20 9LQ | 3out of 4 | 3,904 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sand Dunes Nursery School Caradoc Road , Seaforth L21 4NB | - not rated | 4,052 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 | 4,732 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherton Park Primary School and Early Years Unit Chester Avenue , L30 1QW | - not rated | 932 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Walsingham Catholic Junior School Stand Park Avenue , Netherton L30 3SA | - not rated | 1,124 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Walsingham Catholic Infant School Stand Park Avenue , L30 3SA | - not rated | 1,124 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Walsingham Primary School Stand Park avenue , Netherton L30 3SA | - not rated | 1,124 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Walsingham Primary School Stand Park avenue , Netherton L30 3SA | 2out of 4 | 1,124 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Savio Salesian College Netherton Way , L30 2NA | - not rated | 1,212 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco Netherton Way , L30 2NA | 1out of 4 | 1,212 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bootle High School Browns Lane , Netherton L30 5RN | - not rated | 1,609 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Beck Catholic College 55 Long Lane , Fazakerley L9 7BF | 3out of 4 | 1,738 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Sefton College Sterrix Lane , Litherland L30 2DB | - not rated | 1,796 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hugh Baird College Balliol Road , L20 7EW | - not rated | 4,305 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Motiv8 School Gordon Centre, Brecon Avenue , L30 1RQ | - not rated | 569 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Foundations for LIFE School Essex House , Bridle Road L30 4UE | - not rated | 686 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| White Thorn School Barlows Lane , Fazakerley L9 9EH | - not rated | 1,558 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Park School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | 4out of 4 | 1,792 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Park School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | - not rated | 1,792 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Munchbox | Heysham Road | 414 yd | |
| Bibiyana | 2 Ormskirk Road | 463 yd | |
| Cafe Bar 19 | Aintree Golf Centre, Melling Road | 517 yd | |
| Aintree Racecourse | Aintree Racecourse, Ormskirk Road | 518 yd | |
| Crazy Town 2 | Unit 14, Vesty Business Park, Vesty Road | 530 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toby Carvery Aintree | 1 Ormskirk Road | 297 yd | |
| The New Valentinos | Unit 1, Bechers Business Centre, Heysham Road | 868 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nanny Sues Kitchen | 4 Park Lane | 63 yd | |
| Mr Chips Food Limited | 72 Park Lane | 312 yd | |
| KFC | Grand National Avenue, Ormskirk Road | 517 yd | |
| Chippy Bar | 103 Park Lane | 535 yd | |
| Dragon City | 1 Melling Road | 669 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | Racecourse Retail Park, Ormskirk Road | 979 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Gym (Aintree) Grand National Avenue | health and fitness suite | 433 yd |
| Tdp Solicitors Stadium VESTY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 512 yd |
| Everton Fc Youth Development Centre (Closed) Park Lane | grass pitches | 824 yd |
| Goals Soccer Centre (Liverpool North) PARK LANE | artificial grass pitch | 869 yd |
| The Railway Club MELLING ROAD | grass pitches | 886 yd |
| Netherton Park Neighbourhood Centre CHESTER AVENUE | grass pitches | 936 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 | 65.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 191.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.