Formby Fields is in Liverpool and in Sefton district. L37 4EG is located in the Ravenmeols electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sefton Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Formby Fields, Liverpool, L37 4EG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L37 4ET, L37 4JG, L37 4EZ, L37 4ES, L37 4JF, L37 4EH, L37 4EY, L37 4EN, L37 4EJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding L37 4EG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54% 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 | 52.6% | 54% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 3.0% |
| Male | 47.4% | 46% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -3.0% |
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 L37 4EG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.1% 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 | 29.1% | 26% | -3.1% | 37.9% | -11.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49% | 51.1% | 2.1% | 44.2% | 6.9% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 12.8% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 8% | 8.2% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 43.8% | 47.1% | 3.3% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 36% | 0.7% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 14.2% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 1.5% | -2.9% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 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.
In the area around L37 4EG this area, 9.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.9% | 9.5% | -10.4% | 18.2% | -8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 10.9% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 11.8% | -3.7% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 5.4% | -0.6% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 16.7% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.7% | 42.5% | 9.8% | 33.8% | 8.7% |
| Other | 4% | 3.2% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 97.4% | 98.1% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 97.1% | 94.2% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 93.9% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.2% | 76.7% | 14.5% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.8% | 37.2% | -10.4% |
| Christian | 67.4% | 46.2% | 21.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Formby Fields was 43.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.7% lower than the Ravenmeols average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Formby Fields has the 9th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Ravenmeols and the 410th lowest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Formby Fields, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2024-08-09 | £464,995 |
| 19 Formby Fields, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2024-01-12 | £314,412 |
| 19 Formby Fields, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £223,000 | 2023-10-23 | £238,149 |
| 5 Formby Fields, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2021-06-10 | £332,189 |
| 5 Formby Fields, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2021-06-10 | £332,189 |
L37 4EG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 4EG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 72 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redgate Community Primary School Redgate , Formby L37 4EW | 3out of 4 | 278 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Compassion Catholic Primary School Bull Cop , Formby L37 8BZ | 4out of 4 | 540 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Freshfield Primary School Watchyard Lane , Formby L37 3JT | 4out of 4 | 1,263 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England Primary School Jubilee Road , L37 2HW | 3out of 4 | 1,594 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Primary School Woodlands Road , Formby L37 2JN | 3out of 4 | 1,623 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 | 1,307 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Range High School Stapleton Road , Formby L37 2YN | 2out of 4 | 2,078 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 | 5,467 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Acorns of Formby | 3 Redgate | 108 yd | |
| Don Luigi | 31 Church Road | 532 yd | |
| Toby Carvery Formby | 13 Church Road | 532 yd | |
| Cinnamon | 93 Liverpool Road | 543 yd | |
| Sorrento | 29 Three Tuns Lane | 586 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross House Inn | Cross House Inn, Cross Green | 346 yd | |
| Royal Hotel | 59-63 Liverpool Road | 399 yd | |
| The Formby Club | 41 Three Tuns Lane | 586 yd | |
| Woodwards Wine Bar | 16 Chapel Lane | 692 yd | |
| Lux 37 | 41 Chapel Lane | 697 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redgate Contemporary Indian Cuisine | 7 Redgate | 111 yd | |
| The Butchers Kitchen | 15 Redgate | 147 yd | |
| James Fish Bar | 12-14 Three Tuns Lane | 442 yd | |
| Kitty's The Sandwich Shop | 89 Liverpool Road | 536 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 10 School Lane | 685 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose Ltd | Waitrose Ltd, Three Tuns Lane | 442 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Plc | 28-30 Chapel Lane | 684 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | The Cloisters, Halsall Lane | 755 yd | |
| Tesco | 88 Altcar Road | 812 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Redgate Community Primary School REDGATE | grass pitches | 180 yd |
| Sports Direct Fitness (Formby) 109-111 109-111 LIVERPOOL ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 682 yd |
| Brows Lane (Formby Fc) (Closed) Brows Lane | grass pitches | 733 yd |
| Duke Street Park 31B 31B DUKE STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 761 yd |
| Victoria Leisure Formby (Closed) Halsall Lane | health and fitness suite | 762 yd |
| Formby Pool ELBOW LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 767 yd |
| Holy Trinity Parish Hall ROSEMARY LANE | 838 yd | |
| King George V Playing Field WHITEHOUSE LANE | grass pitches | 885 yd |
| Formby Football Club (Closed) Altcar Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 978 yd |
| Raven Meols Community Centre PARK ROAD | 991 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 | 70.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 77.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.