Cheapside is in Formby, Liverpool and in Sefton district. L37 4EZ 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 Cheapside, Formby, Liverpool, L37 4EZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L37 4EY, L37 4EG, L37 4ET, L37 4ES, L37 4BR, L37 4ER, L37 4JG, L37 4EN, L37 6BA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding L37 4EZ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.6% 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 | 49.2% | 47.4% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 50.8% | 52.6% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 3.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around L37 4EZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.8% | 42.6% | 8.8% | 37.9% | 4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42% | 32.3% | -9.7% | 44.2% | -11.9% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 3.1% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 14.8% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 5.7% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 7.2% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 | 40.9% | 44.4% | 3.5% | 48.4% | -4.0% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 35.9% | -0.5% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 12.6% | 0.5% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 5.2% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 1.9% | -1.1% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 25.6% | 20.1% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 7.1% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 10.7% | -6.2% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 4.9% | -0.9% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 20.5% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.7% | 34.4% | 10.7% | 33.8% | 0.6% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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 | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 1.1% | 1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 95.5% | 95.5% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 96.6% | 95.1% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 95.1% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.7% | 76.7% | 5.0% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 17.2% | 13.5% | 3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.5% | 37.2% | -4.7% |
| Christian | 58.6% | 46.2% | 12.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cheapside was 127.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 187.9% higher than the Ravenmeols average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Cheapside has the 2nd highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Ravenmeols and the 180th highest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Cheapside, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £244,500 | 2018-08-24 | £353,640 |
| 13 Cheapside, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2013-07-17 | £290,304 |
| 19 Cheapside, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2010-06-25 | £353,770 |
| 11 Cheapside, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £89,950 | 2001-08-31 | £275,520 |
| 19 Cheapside, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £50,000 | 1998-04-30 | £224,792 |
L37 4EZ 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 student residents living in L37 4EZ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Education | 21 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redgate Community Primary School Redgate , Formby L37 4EW | 3out of 4 | 237 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Compassion Catholic Primary School Bull Cop , Formby L37 8BZ | 4out of 4 | 610 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Freshfield Primary School Watchyard Lane , Formby L37 3JT | 4out of 4 | 1,342 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England Primary School Jubilee Road , L37 2HW | 3out of 4 | 1,592 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Primary School Woodlands Road , Formby L37 2JN | 3out of 4 | 1,658 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 | 1,381 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Range High School Stapleton Road , Formby L37 2YN | 2out of 4 | 2,051 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 99 yd | |
| Cinnamon | 93 Liverpool Road | 456 yd | |
| Don Luigi | 31 Church Road | 618 yd | |
| Toby Carvery Formby | 13 Church Road | 618 yd | |
| Sorrento | 29 Three Tuns Lane | 661 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Hotel | 59-63 Liverpool Road | 314 yd | |
| Cross House Inn | Cross House Inn, Cross Green | 419 yd | |
| The Formby Club | 41 Three Tuns Lane | 661 yd | |
| Woodwards Wine Bar | 16 Chapel Lane | 761 yd | |
| Lux 37 | 41 Chapel Lane | 775 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redgate Contemporary Indian Cuisine | 7 Redgate | 110 yd | |
| The Butchers Kitchen | 15 Redgate | 154 yd | |
| Kitty's The Sandwich Shop | 89 Liverpool Road | 450 yd | |
| James Fish Bar | 12-14 Three Tuns Lane | 519 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 10 School Lane | 770 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose Ltd | Waitrose Ltd, Three Tuns Lane | 519 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Plc | 28-30 Chapel Lane | 755 yd | |
| Tesco | 88 Altcar Road | 813 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | The Cloisters, Halsall Lane | 833 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Redgate Community Primary School REDGATE | grass pitches | 137 yd |
| Sports Direct Fitness (Formby) 109-111 109-111 LIVERPOOL ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 596 yd |
| Brows Lane (Formby Fc) (Closed) Brows Lane | grass pitches | 781 yd |
| Duke Street Park 31B 31B DUKE STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 786 yd |
| Formby Pool ELBOW LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 821 yd |
| Victoria Leisure Formby (Closed) Halsall Lane | health and fitness suite | 839 yd |
| Holy Trinity Parish Hall ROSEMARY LANE | 906 yd | |
| Formby Football Club (Closed) Altcar Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 970 yd |
| King George V Playing Field WHITEHOUSE LANE | grass pitches | 971 yd |
| Raven Meols Community Centre PARK ROAD | 984 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 169.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.