Moorland Road is in Maghull, Liverpool and in Sefton district. L31 5JW is located in the Molyneux electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sefton Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Moorland Road, Maghull, Liverpool, L31 5JW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L31 5JQ, L31 5LB, L31 5JJ, L31 5LA, L31 5LU, L31 5JZ, L31 5JU, L31 5NH, L31 5LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding L31 5JW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 48% | 49.6% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 52% | 50.4% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 5JW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.8% 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 | 34% | 45.8% | 11.8% | 37.9% | 7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56% | 38.8% | -17.2% | 44.2% | -5.4% |
| Separated | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 9% | 3.7% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 5.5% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 60.2% | 52.7% | -7.5% | 48.4% | 4.3% |
| Good health | 28% | 32.8% | 4.8% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 7.5% | 8.7% | 1.2% | 12.7% | -4.0% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 5.4% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.3% | 18.4% | 3.1% | 18.2% | 0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.6% | 12.4% | -7.2% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 15.9% | 0.6% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 7% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19.6% | 17.9% | -1.7% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.4% | 25.9% | 2.5% | 33.8% | -7.9% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2.5% | 0.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 97.5% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
In this area, 98.3% 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% | 98.3% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 98.3% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.9% | 76.7% | 14.2% |
| No passport held | 9.1% | 13.5% | -4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 52.5% | 46.2% | 6.3% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Moorland Road was 13.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.9% lower than the Molyneux average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Moorland Road has the 9th lowest crime rate of 67 local areas in Molyneux and the 93rd lowest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84 Moorland Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £171,000 | 2021-06-25 | £208,701 |
| 76 Moorland Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-04-30 | £212,796 |
| 82 Moorland Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2019-03-14 | £163,962 |
| 86 Moorland Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2016-04-21 | £208,346 |
| 68 Moorland Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2016-03-24 | £201,413 |
L31 5JW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hudson Primary School Moorhey Road , Maghull L31 5LE | 3out of 4 | 191 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Catholic Primary School Dennett Close , Maghull L31 5PD | 3out of 4 | 531 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerhill Primary School Poverty Lane , Maghull L31 3DT | 3out of 4 | 1,379 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrews Church of England Primary School, Maghull Deyes Lane , Maghull L31 6DE | 3out of 4 | 1,463 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Rosary Catholic Primary School Oriel Drive , Aintree L10 6NJ | 4out of 4 | 1,910 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maghull High School Ormonde Drive , Maghull L31 7AW | 2out of 4 | 896 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maricourt Catholic High School Hall Lane , Maghull L31 3DZ | 2out of 4 | 898 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Deyes High School Deyes Lane , Maghull L31 6DE | 3out of 4 | 1,629 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dixons Fazakerley Academy Sherwoods Lane , Fazakerley L10 1LB | - not rated | 3,857 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco Netherton Way , L30 2NA | - not rated | 3,986 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IMPACT Daleacre Campus , Daleacre Drive L30 2QQ | 3out of 4 | 3,798 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Park School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | 4out of 4 | 3,858 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Turning Point Academy Essex House , Bridle Road L30 4UE | - not rated | 3,890 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newfield School Edge Lane , Crosby L23 4TG | 3out of 4 | 4,100 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jigsaw Primary Pupil Referral Unit Stannyfield Drive , Thornton L23 1TY | 3out of 4 | 4,194 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St George's URC Maghull | 59-63 Northway | 457 yd | |
| Mochas Coffee Shop | 43 Liverpool Road South | 613 yd | |
| Rose et Leigh | 47 Liverpool Road South | 643 yd | |
| Nannapat Thai Restaurant & Bar | 108 Liverpool Road South | 759 yd | |
| Silver Star Chinese Restaurant | 93 Liverpool Road South | 821 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alt Park | Northway | 327 yd | |
| Maghull Cask | 43 Liverpool Road South | 613 yd | |
| Bar Du Fay | 96B Liverpool Road South | 728 yd | |
| Meadows Hotel | 89a Liverpool Road South | 766 yd | |
| The Kensington House Sports & Leisure Club | 12 Station Road | 883 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Famous Blue Star | 1 Dover Road | 332 yd | |
| The Chippy | 21 Dover Road | 332 yd | |
| Ju Fu Chinese Restaurant | 15 Dover Road | 332 yd | |
| Northway Takeaway | 104 Northway | 423 yd | |
| Happy Garden | 330 Moorhey Road | 539 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 72 Northway | 292 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Plc | 110 Northway | 423 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Georges Rc Primary School DENNETT CLOSE | grass pitches | 592 yd |
| Pimbley Playing Field FIELDWAY | grass pitches | 614 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields (Closed) Liverpool Road South | grass pitches | 862 yd |
| Meadows Leisure Centre HALL LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 872 yd |
| Maghull Cricket Club OLD HALL FIELD OLD HALL FIELD HALL LANE | grass pitches | 941 yd |
| Maricourt Catholic High School Hall Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 992 yd |
| Maghull High School ORMONDE DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,029 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 198.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.