Parkbourn is in Liverpool and in Sefton district. L31 1LH is located in the Sudell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sefton Central. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Parkbourn, Liverpool, L31 1LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L31 1JB, L31 1HE, L31 1JD, L31 1LN, L31 1LS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding L31 1LH is primarily male, with 71.8% of the population 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 | 39.4% | 28.2% | -11.2% | 51.0% | -22.8% |
| Male | 60.6% | 71.8% | 11.2% | 49.0% | 22.8% |
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 L31 1LH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 71% 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 | 51.7% | 71% | 19.3% | 37.9% | 33.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.1% | 19.3% | -12.8% | 44.2% | -24.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 5.9% | -4.0% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 1.6% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
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 (65.2%) 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 | 40% | 25.3% | -14.7% | 48.4% | -23.1% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 39.9% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 6.3% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 24.1% | 8.4% | 12.7% | 11.4% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 8% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 L31 1LH this area, 48% 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 14.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.3% | 48% | 15.7% | 18.2% | 29.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 14.2% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 9.4% | -8.4% | 13.4% | -4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 3.2% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 9.4% | -5.6% | 16.9% | -7.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.5% | 14.7% | 0.2% | 33.8% | -19.1% |
| Other | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.9% |
| Other Black | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94% | 89.9% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 8.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 97.3% | 96.4% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 96.8% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 48.3% | 76.7% | -28.4% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 50.5% | 13.5% | 37.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.7% | 37.2% | -2.5% |
| Christian | 43.4% | 46.2% | -2.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 3.9% | 6.5% | -2.6% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 16.3% | 6.0% | 10.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Parkbourn was 410.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 1071.5% higher than the Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Parkbourn has the highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Park and the 22nd highest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 344.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Parkbourn, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £152,000 | 2005-06-10 | £243,109 |
L31 1LH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
| Other | 116 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Other | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northway Primary School Dodds Lane , Maghull L31 9AA | 3out of 4 | 1,283 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerhill Primary School Poverty Lane , Maghull L31 3DT | 3out of 4 | 1,618 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Church of England Primary School, Lydiate Kenyons Lane , Lydiate L31 0BP | 4out of 4 | 1,620 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrews Church of England Primary School, Maghull Deyes Lane , Maghull L31 6DE | 3out of 4 | 1,810 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lydiate Primary School Lambshear Lane , Lydiate L31 2JZ | 3out of 4 | 2,391 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deyes High School Deyes Lane , Maghull L31 6DE | 3out of 4 | 1,775 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maricourt Catholic High School Hall Lane , Maghull L31 3DZ | 2out of 4 | 2,051 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maghull High School Ormonde Drive , Maghull L31 7AW | 2out of 4 | 2,865 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Catholic High School Roughwood Drive , Kirkby L33 8XF | 2out of 4 | 4,824 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontville School Black Moss Lane , L39 4TW | - not rated | 5,204 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Curve Cafe | Rowan View, Maghull Health Park, Villas Road | 65 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ashworth Hospital North Park Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 385 yd |
| Ashworth Hospital South (Closed) School Lane | grass pitches | 428 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 | 93.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 194.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 27.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.