Roughwood Drive is in Liverpool and in Knowsley district. L33 9UQ is located in the Northwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Knowsley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Roughwood Drive, Liverpool, L33 9UQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L33 8YL, L32 1BU, L33 6UQ, L33 8YH, L33 6UH, L33 6UF, L33 8YP, L32 1BT, L33 9TF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around L33 9UQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.5% | 50.4% | -5.1% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 44.5% | 49.6% | 5.1% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 9UQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.2% 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 | 46.2% | 47.2% | 1.0% | 37.9% | 9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.4% | 38.8% | 4.4% | 44.2% | -5.4% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3.1% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 5.6% | -2.3% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 5.2% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 51.5% | 47.7% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 26.6% | 28.6% | 2.0% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 12.3% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 7.9% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 3.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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 L33 9UQ this area, 36.9% 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 18.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.5% | 36.9% | -8.6% | 18.2% | 18.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 12.9% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 10.5% | -6.7% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.3% | 15.7% | 11.4% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.8% | 18.1% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -15.7% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.9% | 98.1% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 95.1% 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% | 95.1% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 95.1% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 14.4% | 13.5% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.8% | 37.2% | -9.4% |
| Christian | 66.8% | 46.2% | 20.6% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Roughwood Drive was 31.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.8% lower than the Cherryfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Roughwood Drive has the 10th lowest crime rate of 89 local areas in Cherryfield and the 103rd lowest crime rate of 496 local areas in Knowsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 149 Roughwood Drive, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2006-03-24 | £172,048 |
| 157 Roughwood Drive, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £36,000 | 2002-09-06 | £117,622 |
| 149 Roughwood Drive, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £38,000 | 1997-09-26 | £175,932 |
| 157 Roughwood Drive, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £22,000 | 1996-11-22 | £101,855 |
L33 9UQ 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 | 90 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 38 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Other | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastcroft Park School Hollinghurst Road , Tower Hill L33 1EB | 3out of 4 | 594 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northwood Community Primary School (With Designated Special Provision) Roughwood Drive , Northwood L33 8XD | 3out of 4 | 599 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Marie's Catholic Primary School Bigdale Drive , Northwood L33 6XL | 3out of 4 | 609 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravenscroft Community Primary School Ebony Way , Tower Hill L33 1XT | 2out of 4 | 802 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkby CofE Primary School Hall Lane , Kirkby L32 1TZ | 3out of 4 | 855 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 | 2out of 4 | 491 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkby High School Bracknell Avenue , Kirkby L32 9PP | 2out of 4 | 2,096 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dixons Fazakerley Academy Sherwoods Lane , Fazakerley L10 1LB | - not rated | 3,978 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maricourt Catholic High School Hall Lane , Maghull L31 3DZ | 2out of 4 | 4,728 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Bosco Arts College Storrington Avenue , L11 9DQ | 3out of 4 | 5,129 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Activate The Bracknell Centre , L32 9PW | - not rated | 2,089 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bluebell Park School Cawthorne Walk , Southdene L32 3XP | 3out of 4 | 2,316 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birtenshaw School Merseyside 82 Higher Lane , Liverpool L9 7AB | - not rated | 5,418 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Heights High School 1a Dyson Hall Drive , Fazakerley L9 7HA | 3out of 4 | 5,456 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonald's | Hall Lane, Kirkby Town Centre | 640 yd | |
| Quarry Cafe | 1 Old Rough Lane, Northwood | 676 yd | |
| KFC | Irlam Drive, Kirkby Town Centre | 747 yd | |
| The Maples Bistro | The Bistro, The Maples | 899 yd | |
| Mandys Fuel Stop Cafe | 1 Kirkby Market, Market Square | 989 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quarry Green Tenants Association | Daleside Road, Kirkby | 401 yd | |
| The Peacock Hotel | Bigdale Drive, Northwood | 509 yd | |
| The Premier | 15 - 17 Market Square, Kirkby Town Centre | 995 yd | |
| The Windmill | Domingo Drive, Kirkby | 1,014 yd | |
| The Market Tavern | 6 - 10 Newtown Gardens, Kirkby Town Centre | 1,083 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Star Fish And Chips | 35 Roughwood Drive, Northwood | 632 yd | |
| Kirkby Fast Food | 25 Old Rough Lane, Northwood | 657 yd | |
| Martin's Deli | 29 & 30 Kirkby Market, Market Square | 989 yd | |
| Mike's Deli | 72 Kirkby Market, Market Square | 989 yd | |
| The Market Plaice | 7 Market Square, Kirkby Town Centre | 989 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Telegraph Way, Kirkby Town Centre | 932 yd | |
| Iceland | 31 St Chads Parade, Kirkby Town Centre | 1,083 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ruffwood School (Closed) Roughwood Drive | grass pitches, swimming pool | 497 yd |
| St Maries Primary School BIGDALE DRIVE | 507 yd | |
| All Saints Catholic High School ROUGHWOOD DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 585 yd |
| Ravenscroft Community Primary School EBONY WAY | artificial grass pitch | 889 yd |
| Simonswood Lane Playing Fields SIMONSWOOD LANE | grass pitches | 932 yd |
| Eddie Mcardle Memorial Playing Fields MOSS LANE | grass pitches | 965 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 | 66.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 105.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.