Fairholme Avenue is in Eccleston Park, Prescot and in St Helens district. L34 2RP is located in the Eccleston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of St Helens South and Whiston. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fairholme Avenue, Eccleston Park, Prescot, L34 2RP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L35 7JL, L35 7LP, L35 7LR, L35 7JT, L34 2RN, L35 7JW, L35 7JS, L34 2RS, L34 2RR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around L34 2RP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51.5% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 47.4% | 48.5% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 17% | 28.2% | 11.2% | 37.9% | -9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.5% | 48.5% | -10.0% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 9.7% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 13.5% | 10.7% | -2.8% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
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 | 44% | 47.3% | 3.3% | 48.4% | -1.1% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 28.5% | -4.8% | 33.6% | -5.1% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 19.2% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 6.5% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 3.8% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 22% | 20.4% | -1.6% | 18.2% | 2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 7.3% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 10.7% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 5.8% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.5% | 13.6% | 7.1% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.5% | 40.8% | 5.3% | 33.8% | 7.0% |
| Other | 7% | 1.5% | -5.5% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.9% | 95.4% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 97.9% | 96.7% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 1.7% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 96.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 76.7% | 12.0% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 10% | 13.5% | -3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.7% | 37.2% | -14.5% |
| Christian | 68.5% | 46.2% | 22.3% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fairholme Avenue was 8.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.3% lower than the Eccleston average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Fairholme Avenue has the lowest crime rate of 77 local areas in Eccleston and the 26th lowest crime rate of 606 local areas in St. Helens .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.5%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76 Fairholme Avenue, Prescot, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £298,800 | 2024-12-19 | £305,220 |
| 82 Fairholme Avenue, Prescot, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2023-04-28 | £284,698 |
| 46 Fairholme Avenue, Prescot, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £261,000 | 2022-09-09 | £281,160 |
| 66 Fairholme Avenue, Prescot, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2021-06-18 | £321,846 |
| 76 Fairholme Avenue, Prescot, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2017-06-28 | £293,560 |
L34 2RP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in L34 2RP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainhill Community Nursery Deepdale Drive , Rainhill L35 4NW | 4out of 4 | 2,672 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eccleston Lane Ends Primary School Albany Avenue , L34 2QN | 4out of 4 | 562 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prescot Primary School Maryville Road , L34 2TA | 2out of 4 | 666 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Evelyn Community Primary School Evelyn Avenue , L34 2SP | 3out of 4 | 790 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longton Lane Community Primary School Longton Lane , Rainhill L35 8PB | 3out of 4 | 1,240 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic Primary School Ward Street , L34 6JJ | 3out of 4 | 1,295 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic Academy Cumber Lane , Whiston L35 2XG | - not rated | 1,729 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Prescot School Knowsley Park Lane , Prescot L34 3NB | 1out of 4 | 2,014 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| De La Salle School Mill Brow , Eccleston WA10 4QH | 2out of 4 | 3,167 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainhill High School Warrington Road , Rainhill L35 6NY | 3out of 4 | 3,206 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sutton Academy Elton Head Road , WA9 5AU | 2out of 4 | 3,821 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carmel College Prescot Road , WA10 3AG | - not rated | 1,718 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helens College Water Street , WA10 1PP | - not rated | 4,053 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tower College Mill Lane , Rainhill L35 6NE | - not rated | 3,405 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alt Bridge School Wellcroft Road , Huyton L36 7TA | 4out of 4 | 4,027 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Knowsley Central School Mossbrow Road , Huyton L36 7SY | 4out of 4 | 4,027 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawrence House School 8 Huyton Church Road , Huyton L36 5SJ | - not rated | 4,462 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Launchpad Centre College Street , WA10 1UH | 3out of 4 | 4,646 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eccleston Park Lawn Tennis Club | Eccleston Park Lawn Tennis Club, 1 Forest Close | 521 yd | |
| The Grapes Hotel | The Grapes Hotel, 254 St Helens Road | 546 yd | |
| The Wellington Hotel | Wellington Hotel, St James Road | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yuan's | 189 Warrington Road, Prescot | 962 yd | |
| Ramo's | 187 Warrington Road, Prescot | 962 yd | |
| Euro Kebab | 185 Warrington Road, Prescot | 962 yd | |
| Lucky Jade | 2 Scotchbarn Lane, Prescot | 1,021 yd | |
| Chungs Super Fry | 166A Warrington Road, Prescot | 1,035 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eccleston Park Tennis Club FOREST CLOSE | tennis courts | 471 yd |
| St. Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School (Closed) Scotchbarn Lane | grass pitches | 642 yd |
| Eccleston Park Golf Club (Closed) ECCLESTON PARK GOLF COURSE ECCLESTON PARK GOLF COURSE ECCLESTON PARK DRIVE | golf | 802 yd |
| Portico Vine Arlfc The Scholes | grass pitches | 816 yd |
| Scotchbarn Sports Centre (Closed) Scotchbarn Lane | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 954 yd |
| Prescot Soccer & Leisure Centre WARRINGTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 992 yd |
| Prescot Leisure Centre (Closed) Warrington Road | artificial grass pitch, squash courts | 1,034 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 | 77.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 138.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.