Roughwood Drive is in Liverpool and in Knowsley district. L33 8WZ is located in the Northwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Knowsley. This postcode has been in use since 2006-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Roughwood Drive, Liverpool, L33 8WZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L33 0YB, L33 8WY, L33 0YD, L33 0XZ, L33 0YQ, L33 0XX, L33 8XE, L33 0XY, L33 0YA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding L33 8WZ is primarily male, with 61.9% 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 | 43.4% | 38.1% | -5.3% | 51.0% | -12.9% |
| Male | 56.6% | 61.9% | 5.3% | 49.0% | 12.9% |
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 L33 8WZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 68.9% 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 | 64.7% | 68.9% | 4.2% | 37.9% | 31.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 11.3% | 13.5% | 2.2% | 44.2% | -30.7% |
| Separated | 7.5% | 6.1% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 3.9% |
| Divorced | 12% | 8.8% | -3.2% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
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 (67.1%) 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 | 34.3% | 34.8% | 0.5% | 48.4% | -13.6% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 32.3% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 16.8% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 12.6% | 10.3% | -2.3% | 4.0% | 6.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 5.8% | 3.0% | 1.2% | 4.6% |
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.
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 21.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.8% | 26.5% | -10.3% | 18.2% | 8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 10.2% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 16.3% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 6.8% | 6.0% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 16.3% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 18% | 21.1% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -12.7% |
| Other | 6% | 2.7% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 2.5% | 3.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| White | 98.6% | 83.9% | -14.7% | 81.4% | 2.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
In this area, 78.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.5% | 78.7% | -17.8% | 83.2% | -4.5% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 7.7% | 6.3% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 5.2% | 4.5% | 2.7% | 2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 3.2% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 78.7% | -17.1% | 83.2% | -4.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 7.1% | 6.4% | 2.9% | 4.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 3.2% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 4.5% | 3.1% | 1.9% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.8% | 76.7% | -5.9% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 3.2% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Other EU countries | 3.2% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| South-East Asia | 2.6% | 0.2% | 2.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 15.6% | 13.5% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 56.8% | 46.2% | 10.6% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Roughwood Drive was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Cherryfield average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment 57 Willow Rise Roughwood Drive, Liverpool, Merseyside Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £39,000 | 2025-10-31 | £39,038 |
| Apartment 58 Willow Rise Roughwood Drive, Liverpool, Merseyside Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £40,000 | 2023-07-12 | £41,764 |
| Apartment 72 Willow Rise Roughwood Drive, Liverpool, Merseyside Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2022-12-19 | £45,627 |
| Apartment 51 Willow Rise Roughwood Drive, Liverpool, Merseyside Other, an established residential building | £24,000 | 2021-07-05 | £27,117 |
| Apartment 2 Willow Rise Roughwood Drive, Liverpool, Merseyside Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £39,500 | 2018-08-17 | £53,974 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Retired | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Education | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwood Community Primary School (With Designated Special Provision) Roughwood Drive , Northwood L33 8XD | 3out of 4 | 108 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Simonswood Primary School Westhead Avenue , Northwood L33 0XN | - not rated | 468 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Westhead Avenue , Northwood L33 0XN | - not rated | 468 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkby CofE Primary School Hall Lane , Kirkby L32 1TZ | 3out of 4 | 520 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Marie's Catholic Primary School Bigdale Drive , Northwood L33 6XL | - not rated | 654 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Catholic High School Roughwood Drive , Kirkby L33 8XF | 3out of 4 | 118 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruffwood School Roughwood Drive , Northwood L33 8XF | - not rated | 118 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Catholic High School Bewley Drive , Kirkby L32 9PQ | - not rated | 1,075 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkby Sports College Centre for Learning Bracknell Avenue , Kirkby L32 9PP | - not rated | 1,534 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield High School Bracknell Avenue , Southdene L32 9PP | - not rated | 1,534 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northfield School Bramcote Walk , Northwood L33 9UR | - not rated | 995 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Knowsley Northern Primary Support Centre Bramcote Walk , Northwood L33 9UR | - not rated | 995 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Millbridge School Mill Lane , Kirkby L32 2AX | - not rated | 1,429 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Parkfield School Bracknell Avenue , Southdene L32 9PW | - not rated | 1,440 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Activate The Bracknell Centre , L32 9PW | - not rated | 1,515 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | Irlam Drive, Kirkby Town Centre | 268 yd | |
| The Maples Bistro | The Bistro, The Maples | 407 yd | |
| Quarry Cafe | 1 Old Rough Lane, Northwood | 414 yd | |
| Mandys Fuel Stop Cafe | 1 Kirkby Market, Market Square | 441 yd | |
| The Coffee House | 3A St Chads Parade, Kirkby Town Centre | 536 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quarry Green Tenants Association | Daleside Road, Kirkby | 375 yd | |
| The Premier | 15 - 17 Market Square, Kirkby Town Centre | 435 yd | |
| The Peacock Hotel | Bigdale Drive, Northwood | 477 yd | |
| The Market Tavern | 6 - 10 Newtown Gardens, Kirkby Town Centre | 541 yd | |
| Brambles | 126 - 128 Cherryfield Drive, Kirkby Town Centre | 606 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkby Fast Food | 25 Old Rough Lane, Northwood | 382 yd | |
| Kirkby Coffee | 127 Kirkby Market, Market Square | 435 yd | |
| Martin's Deli | 29 & 30 Kirkby Market, Market Square | 441 yd | |
| Mike's Deli | 72 Kirkby Market, Market Square | 441 yd | |
| The Market Plaice | 7 Market Square, Kirkby Town Centre | 441 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Telegraph Way, Kirkby Town Centre | 412 yd | |
| Iceland | 31 St Chads Parade, Kirkby Town Centre | 589 yd | |
| Heron Frozen Foods | Cherryfield Drive, Kirkby Town Centre | 602 yd | |
| Farmfoods | 132 Cherryfield Drive, Kirkby | 602 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ruffwood School (Closed) Roughwood Drive | grass pitches, swimming pool | 121 yd |
| All Saints Catholic High School ROUGHWOOD DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 202 yd |
| St Maries Primary School BIGDALE DRIVE | 666 yd | |
| Kirkby Swimming Pool (Closed) Hall Lane | swimming pool | 720 yd |
| Kirkby Leisure Centre KIRKBY LEISURE CENTRE KIRKBY LEISURE CENTRE CHERRYFIELD DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 769 yd |
| St Laurence Rc School LEESIDE AVENUE | grass pitches | 929 yd |
| Millbrook Community Primary School KIRKBY ROW | grass pitches | 1,001 yd |
| Liverpool Fc Academy THE LIVERPOOL WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,015 yd |
| Simonswood Lane Playing Fields SIMONSWOOD LANE | grass pitches | 1,065 yd |
| All Saints Rc High School (Closed) Bewley Drive | athletics tracks, grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,072 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 52.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.