Cross Lane is in Whiston, Prescot and in Knowsley district. L35 3QL 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 Cross Lane, Whiston, Prescot, L35 3QL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L35 3QH, L35 3QP, L35 2XJ, L35 5EJ, L35 3QQ, L35 5EP, L35 5DG, L35 5ET, L35 5DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding L35 3QL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% of residents 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 | 50.6% | 49.6% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 49.4% | 50.4% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 39% | 41.3% | 2.3% | 37.9% | 3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.6% | 38.7% | -4.9% | 44.2% | -5.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 7.6% | 3.0% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 8.4% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 (68.1%) 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 | 44.9% | 39.4% | -5.5% | 48.4% | -9.0% |
| Good health | 22.4% | 28.7% | 6.3% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 18.4% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 13.8% | 8.5% | -5.3% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 5% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 3.8% |
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.
In the area around L35 3QL this area, 32.9% 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 15.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.4% | 32.9% | -6.5% | 18.2% | 14.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 10.2% | -6.0% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 14.7% | 0.8% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 5.8% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 16.9% | 1.5% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.7% | 15.6% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -18.2% |
| Other | 2.7% | 4% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.8% | 93.7% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 12.3% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 98.4% | 94.3% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 94.7% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.8% | 76.7% | -6.9% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 28.1% | 13.5% | 14.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.3% | 37.2% | -0.9% |
| Christian | 55.2% | 46.2% | 9.0% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cross Lane was 87.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.7% lower than the Prescot North average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cross Lane has the 39th lowest crime rate of 83 local areas in Prescot North and the 196th highest crime rate of 496 local areas in Knowsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 81.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110 Cross Lane, Prescot, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2024-02-16 | £134,787 |
| 106 Cross Lane, Prescot, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £191,000 | 2023-03-24 | £210,332 |
| 96 Cross Lane, Prescot, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2022-12-02 | £168,809 |
| 92 Cross Lane, Prescot, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-06-17 | £137,576 |
| 106 Cross Lane, Prescot, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2017-09-12 | £226,993 |
L35 3QL 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 | 57 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Other | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Education | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| 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 | 3,369 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary and St Paul's CofE Primary School Bryer Road , L35 5DN | 3out of 4 | 405 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Halsnead Primary School Pennywood Drive , Whiston L35 3TX | 3out of 4 | 617 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whiston Willis Primary Academy Milton Avenue , Whiston L35 2XY | 3out of 4 | 728 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Catholic Primary School Shaw Lane , L35 5AT | 2out of 4 | 899 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leo's and Southmead Catholic Primary School Serving the Community Lickers Lane , Whiston L35 3SR | 3out of 4 | 1,157 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 | 1,439 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Prescot School Knowsley Park Lane , Prescot L34 3NB | 1out of 4 | 1,761 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Derby Academy Seel Road , Huyton L36 6DG | 2out of 4 | 2,352 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainhill High School Warrington Road , Rainhill L35 6NY | 3out of 4 | 3,660 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| De La Salle School Mill Brow , Eccleston WA10 4QH | 2out of 4 | 5,190 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 3,826 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knowsley Central School Mossbrow Road , Huyton L36 7SY | 4out of 4 | 2,433 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alt Bridge School Wellcroft Road , Huyton L36 7TA | 4out of 4 | 2,433 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawrence House School 8 Huyton Church Road , Huyton L36 5SJ | - not rated | 2,493 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tower College Mill Lane , Rainhill L35 6NE | - not rated | 3,438 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakeside School Naylors Road , L27 2YA | - not rated | 3,981 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rustik | 3 Hall Lane, Prescot | 656 yd | |
| Station Coffee House | Bridge Road, Prescot | 753 yd | |
| China Star | 14 Windy Arbor Road, Whiston | 916 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carrs Hotel | 191 Dragon Lane, Whiston | 538 yd | |
| Whiston Social Club | Paradise Lane, Whiston | 846 yd | |
| Prescot Manor Bowling Club | South Avenue, Prescot | 1,078 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| May Bo Takeaway | 26 Molyneux Drive, Prescot | 259 yd | |
| Papa's Pizza | 34 Molyneux Drive, Prescot | 259 yd | |
| Kens Supper Bar | 18 Dragon Drive, Whiston | 427 yd | |
| Waterfields | 6A Greenes Road, Whiston | 613 yd | |
| Whiston Chippy | 2 Greenes Road, Whiston | 613 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whiston Willis Primary School MILTON AVENUE | 621 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 | 76.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 139.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.