Windle Ash is in Liverpool and in Sefton district. L31 8DU is located in the Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sefton Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Windle Ash, Liverpool, L31 8DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L31 8EA, L31 8DT, L31 2HQ, L31 8EB, L31 8DP, L31 8DS, L31 2HW, L31 2JD, L31 2JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around L31 8DU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.7% | 50.9% | 3.2% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 52.3% | 49.1% | -3.2% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of L31 8DU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.7% | 22.8% | 4.1% | 37.9% | -15.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.8% | 61.4% | -5.4% | 44.2% | 17.2% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 5.8% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 8.7% | 1.2% | 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 | 47.3% | 52.2% | 4.9% | 48.4% | 3.8% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 31.5% | 0.4% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 12.3% | -3.2% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 3.6% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| 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 | 25.7% | 17% | -8.7% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 11.6% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 10.4% | -3.3% | 13.4% | -3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 7.1% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.4% | 21.2% | 3.8% | 16.9% | 4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.2% | 31.5% | 10.3% | 33.8% | -2.3% |
| Other | 4.1% | 1.2% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.6% | 100% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 98.6% | 98.2% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 98.2% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.4% | 76.7% | 15.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.2% | 13.5% | -6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.4% | 37.2% | -14.8% |
| Christian | 72.9% | 46.2% | 26.7% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Windle Ash was 25.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.5% lower than the Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Windle Ash has the 21st lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Park and the 234th lowest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Windle Ash, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2023-05-25 | £269,657 |
| 11 Windle Ash, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2022-09-23 | £340,697 |
| 17 Windle Ash, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £284,000 | 2022-03-30 | £322,590 |
| 10 Windle Ash, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £159,950 | 2021-07-23 | £196,044 |
| 13 Windle Ash, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2020-08-14 | £323,019 |
L31 8DU 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in L31 8DU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 27 |
| Education | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Park Primary School Green Lane , Maghull L31 8BW | 3out of 4 | 280 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Bosco Catholic Primary School Green Lane , Maghull L31 8BW | 3out of 4 | 332 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lydiate Primary School Lambshear Lane , Lydiate L31 2JZ | 3out of 4 | 981 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrews Church of England Primary School, Maghull Deyes Lane , Maghull L31 6DE | 3out of 4 | 1,049 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northway Primary School Dodds Lane , Maghull L31 9AA | 3out of 4 | 1,092 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 | 907 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maghull High School Ormonde Drive , Maghull L31 7AW | 2out of 4 | 1,546 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maricourt Catholic High School Hall Lane , Maghull L31 3DZ | 2out of 4 | 1,606 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic High School Virgins Lane , Thornton L23 4UL | 3out of 4 | 4,764 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterfield High School Chesterfield Road , Crosby L23 9YB | 3out of 4 | 5,176 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jigsaw Primary Pupil Referral Unit Stannyfield Drive , Thornton L23 1TY | 3out of 4 | 4,471 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newfield School Edge Lane , Crosby L23 4TG | 3out of 4 | 4,525 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| IMPACT Daleacre Campus , Daleacre Drive L30 2QQ | 3out of 4 | 4,839 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Park School Sterrix Lane , Litherland L21 0DB | 4out of 4 | 5,277 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Betty's Coffee Shop | 97 Liverpool Road North | 245 yd | |
| Oscars Coffee Shop & Sandwich Bar | 179 Liverpool Road North | 253 yd | |
| St John Bosco Breakfast Club | Green Lane | 381 yd | |
| Furusato Bar & Grill | 2-4 Westway | 488 yd | |
| Costa | 32 Westway | 552 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maghull Community Association | Maghull Community Centre, 604 Green Lane | 101 yd | |
| Coach & Horses | 164-166 Liverpool Road North | 289 yd | |
| Hare & Hounds | 53 Liverpool Road North | 458 yd | |
| The Cabin Coffee & Wine Bar | 9A Stafford Moreton Way | 545 yd | |
| The Running Horses | 25 Bells Lane | 644 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Famous Goldstar | 171 Liverpool Road North | 253 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 6 Central Square | 476 yd | |
| The Scran Bar | 5 Stafford Moreton Way | 558 yd | |
| Little Italy | 7 Liverpool Road North | 720 yd | |
| Jade View Yummy Yum Ltd | 8 Red Lion Shopping Centre, Liverpool Road North | 770 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd | 10 Central Square | 439 yd | |
| WM Morrison Supermarkets Ltd | 1 Stafford Moreton Way | 678 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Maghull Community Association GREEN LANE | 98 yd | |
| St John Bosco Primary School GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 429 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Maghull) STAFFORD MORETON WAY | health and fitness suite | 601 yd |
| Deyes High School DEYES LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 812 yd |
| Deyes Lane Swimming Pool (Closed) Deyes Lane | swimming pool | 812 yd |
| St. Andrew'S Maghull Ce Primary School DEYES LANE | grass pitches | 919 yd |
| Parkhaven Trust COX HOME COX HOME LIVERPOOL ROAD SOUTH | grass pitches | 986 yd |
| Deyes High School (Dodds Lane Pitches) Dodds Lane | grass pitches | 1,005 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 133.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.