Alder Close is in Prescot and in Knowsley district. L34 2SN is located in the Prescot South 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 Alder Close, Prescot, L34 2SN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L34 2RJ, L34 2SW, L34 2RF, L34 2TH, L35 7LG, L34 2SR, L34 2RQ, L34 2RR, L34 2RW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding L34 2SN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 53.7% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 48.3% | 46.3% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 L34 2SN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.5% 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 | 33.3% | 30.8% | -2.5% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.8% | 51.5% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 7.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 4.4% | 7.5% | 3.1% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 8.8% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 55% | 51.7% | -3.3% | 48.4% | 3.3% |
| Good health | 27.9% | 29.7% | 1.8% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 12.3% | 1.2% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 5.6% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 24.6% | 15.8% | -8.8% | 18.2% | -2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 12.3% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 15.8% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 7.5% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 17.1% | 3.2% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.8% | 29.8% | 0.0% | 33.8% | -4.0% |
| Other | 4% | 1.8% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| White | 95% | 97% | 2.0% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 99.3% 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 | 97% | 99.3% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 99.3% | 2.7% | 83.2% | 16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.7% | 76.7% | 10.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 13% | 13.5% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.1% | 37.2% | -11.1% |
| Christian | 71.3% | 46.2% | 25.1% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alder Close was 10.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 93.0% lower than the Prescot North average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Alder Close has the lowest crime rate of 83 local areas in Prescot North and the 13th lowest crime rate of 496 local areas in Knowsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -82.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Alder Close, Prescot, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £297,500 | 2023-03-13 | £327,611 |
| 5 Alder Close, Prescot, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £277,000 | 2022-06-24 | £317,572 |
| 6 Alder Close, Prescot, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-09-24 | £223,817 |
| 5 Alder Close, Prescot, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2020-09-17 | £282,393 |
| 15 Alder Close, Prescot, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,550 | 2020-07-17 | £233,625 |
L34 2SN 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 | 83 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 37 |
| Education | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainhill Community Nursery Deepdale Drive , Rainhill L35 4NW | 4out of 4 | 2,870 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prescot Primary School Maryville Road , L34 2TA | 2out of 4 | 309 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eccleston Lane Ends Primary School Albany Avenue , L34 2QN | 4out of 4 | 336 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Evelyn Community Primary School Evelyn Avenue , L34 2SP | 3out of 4 | 465 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Catholic Primary School Ward Street , L34 6JJ | 3out of 4 | 981 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Catholic Primary School Shaw Lane , L35 5AT | 2out of 4 | 1,201 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 | 1,665 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Prescot School Knowsley Park Lane , Prescot L34 3NB | 1out of 4 | 1,675 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainhill High School Warrington Road , Rainhill L35 6NY | 3out of 4 | 3,378 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| De La Salle School Mill Brow , Eccleston WA10 4QH | 2out of 4 | 3,390 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Derby Academy Seel Road , Huyton L36 6DG | 2out of 4 | 3,987 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carmel College Prescot Road , WA10 3AG | - not rated | 2,000 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helens College Water Street , WA10 1PP | - not rated | 4,385 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 | 3,512 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alt Bridge School Wellcroft Road , Huyton L36 7TA | 4out of 4 | 3,665 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Knowsley Central School Mossbrow Road , Huyton L36 7SY | 4out of 4 | 3,665 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawrence House School 8 Huyton Church Road , Huyton L36 5SJ | - not rated | 4,115 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Launchpad Centre College Street , WA10 1UH | 3out of 4 | 4,973 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sing Ping | 75 Warrington Road, Prescot | 841 yd | |
| Mr Ho's Restaurant | 4 Warrington Road, Prescot | 1,008 yd | |
| Maturo Meat House | 79 - 81 Eccleston Street, Prescot | 1,047 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Tesco Stores, Cables Retail Park | 1,068 yd | |
| McDonald's | Cables Retail Park, Steley Way | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eccleston Park Lawn Tennis Club | Eccleston Park Lawn Tennis Club, 1 Forest Close | 426 yd | |
| The Wellington Hotel | Wellington Hotel, St James Road | 499 yd | |
| The Grapes Hotel | The Grapes Hotel, 254 St Helens Road | 839 yd | |
| Royal Oak | 64 Warrington Road, Prescot | 871 yd | |
| Prescot Reform Club | 19 Warrington Road, Prescot | 965 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Jade | 2 Scotchbarn Lane, Prescot | 666 yd | |
| Yuan's | 189 Warrington Road, Prescot | 757 yd | |
| Ramo's | 187 Warrington Road, Prescot | 757 yd | |
| Euro Kebab | 185 Warrington Road, Prescot | 757 yd | |
| Chungs Super Fry | 166A Warrington Road, Prescot | 773 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 1 Cables Retail Park, Steley Way | 1,068 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | 5C Cables Retail Park, Steley Way | 1,068 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eccleston Park Tennis Club FOREST CLOSE | tennis courts | 370 yd |
| St. Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School (Closed) Scotchbarn Lane | grass pitches | 460 yd |
| Scotchbarn Sports Centre (Closed) Scotchbarn Lane | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 604 yd |
| Prescot Soccer & Leisure Centre WARRINGTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 665 yd |
| Prescot Leisure Centre (Closed) Warrington Road | artificial grass pitch, squash courts | 701 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 | 51.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 148.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.