Formby Gardens is in Formby, Liverpool and in Sefton district. L37 3RQ is located in the Harington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sefton Central. This postcode has been in use since 1996-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Formby Gardens, Formby, Liverpool, L37 3RQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L37 3LY, L37 3NB, L37 3LZ, L37 3PF, L37 3PE, L37 3JQ, L37 3NX, L37 3NG, L37 3NY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding L37 3RQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% 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 | 49.3% | 53% | 3.7% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 50.7% | 47% | -3.7% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
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 | 26.7% | 30.2% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.8% | 46.5% | -2.3% | 44.2% | 2.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 8.7% | -1.0% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 14.7% | 13.8% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 7.7% |
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 | 43.1% | 43% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 32.3% | 2.0% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 22% | 12.7% | -9.3% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 10.8% | 7.2% | 4.0% | 6.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 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 | 20.9% | 19.9% | -1.0% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 6.6% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 12.5% | -0.3% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 5.9% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 12.9% | -0.7% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.7% | 39.3% | 5.6% | 33.8% | 5.5% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.7% | 96.8% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 96.4% | 95.9% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 96.2% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 9.2% | 13.5% | -4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.3% | 37.2% | -11.9% |
| Christian | 64.6% | 46.2% | 18.4% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Formby Gardens was 42.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.2% lower than the Harington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Formby Gardens has the 18th highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Harington and the 402nd lowest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Formby Gardens, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £179,000 | 2001-10-04 | £533,011 |
| 2 Formby Gardens, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £159,000 | 2000-01-28 | £594,304 |
| 2 Formby Gardens, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 1996-12-23 | £654,490 |
| 3 Formby Gardens, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 1996-08-09 | £576,639 |
| 2 Formby Gardens, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, a newly built property | £60,000 | 1996-07-16 | £272,936 |
L37 3RQ 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 L37 3RQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 117 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freshfield Primary School Watchyard Lane , Formby L37 3JT | 4out of 4 | 689 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity St Peter's CofE Primary School Paradise Lane , Formby L37 7EJ | 3out of 4 | 759 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Compassion Catholic Primary School Bull Cop , Formby L37 8BZ | 4out of 4 | 824 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redgate Community Primary School Redgate , Formby L37 4EW | 3out of 4 | 1,288 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Primary School Woodlands Road , Formby L37 2JN | 3out of 4 | 1,422 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Formby High School Freshfield Road , Formby L37 3HW | 4out of 4 | 565 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Range High School Stapleton Road , Formby L37 2YN | 2out of 4 | 2,524 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merefield School Westminster Drive , PR8 2QZ | 4out of 4 | 4,493 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Community Cafe (Formby Elim Pentecostal Church) | 93 Church Road | 48 yd | |
| Formby Elim Church | 93 Church Road | 99 yd | |
| Bistro Moulin | 73 Old Mill Lane | 144 yd | |
| The Gild Hall | Church Road | 160 yd | |
| Left Bank Brasserie | 1a The Beacons, Halsall Lane | 342 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grapes Hotel Formby | Grapes Hotel, Green Lane | 459 yd | |
| Lux 37 | 41 Chapel Lane | 489 yd | |
| Formby Little Theatre Club | 123 Lonsdale Road | 517 yd | |
| The Formby Club | 41 Three Tuns Lane | 600 yd | |
| Woodwards Wine Bar | 16 Chapel Lane | 611 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panchos | 95 Church Road | 152 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 10 School Lane | 404 yd | |
| Phone A Meal | 43 Piercefield Road | 435 yd | |
| Sixty Kitchen | 23 Chapel Lane | 530 yd | |
| Formby Grill House and Pizzeria | Flames, 35 Brows Lane | 634 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | The Cloisters, Halsall Lane | 449 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Plc | 28-30 Chapel Lane | 583 yd | |
| Waitrose Ltd | Waitrose Ltd, Three Tuns Lane | 695 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King George V Playing Field WHITEHOUSE LANE | grass pitches | 361 yd |
| Victoria Leisure Formby (Closed) Halsall Lane | health and fitness suite | 463 yd |
| Holy Trinity Parish Hall ROSEMARY LANE | 577 yd | |
| Formby Lawn Tennis Club GORES LANE | tennis courts | 587 yd |
| Deansgate Lane Recreation Ground NEW ROAD | grass pitches | 599 yd |
| Formby High School FRESHFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 608 yd |
| Formby Cricket - Hockey And Squash Club CRICKET PATH | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts | 643 yd |
| Formby Pool ELBOW LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 782 yd |
| Smithy Green Recreation Ground SMITHY GREEN | grass pitches | 830 yd |
| Brows Lane (Formby Fc) (Closed) Brows Lane | grass pitches | 845 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.