The Nurseries is in Formby, Liverpool and in Sefton district. L37 4JG is located in the Ravenmeols electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sefton Central. This postcode has been in use since 1984-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Nurseries, Formby, Liverpool, L37 4JG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L37 4EG, L37 4ET, L37 4JF, L37 4BT, L37 8RP, L37 4EZ, L37 4BP, L37 4BN, L37 4ES.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around L37 4JG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 51.3% | -2.7% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 46% | 48.7% | 2.7% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 4JG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.8% 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 | 19.5% | 30.7% | 11.2% | 37.9% | -7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.6% | 52.8% | -12.8% | 44.2% | 8.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 6.5% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 7.4% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57.8% | 55.5% | -2.3% | 48.4% | 7.1% |
| Good health | 24.4% | 29.8% | 5.4% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 13.2% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 1.5% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.4% | 12.1% | -8.3% | 18.2% | -6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 8.6% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 9.9% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 4.3% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 19% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.7% | 43.1% | 6.4% | 33.8% | 9.3% |
| Other | 2.7% | 3% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.5% 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 | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 94.1% | 94.5% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 13.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 97.9% | 95.6% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 95.6% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 76.7% | 13.8% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7% | 13.5% | -6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22% | 37.2% | -15.2% |
| Christian | 68.5% | 46.2% | 22.3% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Nurseries was 53.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.8% higher than the Ravenmeols average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Nurseries has the 8th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Ravenmeols and the 434th highest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 21.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 The Nurseries, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2018-09-24 | £378,834 |
| 9 The Nurseries, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £310,500 | 2011-10-28 | £499,135 |
| 3 The Nurseries, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £249,950 | 2007-09-17 | £367,028 |
| 6 The Nurseries, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £322,000 | 2007-09-04 | £472,827 |
| 3 The Nurseries, Liverpool, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £86,000 | 1997-12-08 | £356,333 |
L37 4JG 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 4JG 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 | 79 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redgate Community Primary School Redgate , Formby L37 4EW | 3out of 4 | 324 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Compassion Catholic Primary School Bull Cop , Formby L37 8BZ | 4out of 4 | 516 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Freshfield Primary School Watchyard Lane , Formby L37 3JT | 4out of 4 | 1,226 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England Primary School Jubilee Road , L37 2HW | 3out of 4 | 1,579 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Primary School Woodlands Road , Formby L37 2JN | 3out of 4 | 1,587 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 | 1,255 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 | 5,423 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 | 153 yd | |
| Don Luigi | 31 Church Road | 480 yd | |
| Toby Carvery Formby | 13 Church Road | 480 yd | |
| Sorrento | 29 Three Tuns Lane | 534 yd | |
| The Lifeboat | 41 Three Tuns Lane | 536 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross House Inn | Cross House Inn, Cross Green | 295 yd | |
| Royal Hotel | 59-63 Liverpool Road | 446 yd | |
| The Formby Club | 41 Three Tuns Lane | 534 yd | |
| Woodwards Wine Bar | 16 Chapel Lane | 641 yd | |
| Lux 37 | 41 Chapel Lane | 644 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redgate Contemporary Indian Cuisine | 7 Redgate | 154 yd | |
| The Butchers Kitchen | 15 Redgate | 183 yd | |
| James Fish Bar | 12-14 Three Tuns Lane | 389 yd | |
| Kitty's The Sandwich Shop | 89 Liverpool Road | 584 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 10 School Lane | 632 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose Ltd | Waitrose Ltd, Three Tuns Lane | 389 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Plc | 28-30 Chapel Lane | 632 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | The Cloisters, Halsall Lane | 702 yd | |
| Tesco | 88 Altcar Road | 834 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Redgate Community Primary School REDGATE | grass pitches | 229 yd |
| Brows Lane (Formby Fc) (Closed) Brows Lane | grass pitches | 692 yd |
| Victoria Leisure Formby (Closed) Halsall Lane | health and fitness suite | 709 yd |
| Formby Pool ELBOW LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 723 yd |
| Sports Direct Fitness (Formby) 109-111 109-111 LIVERPOOL ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 730 yd |
| Duke Street Park 31B 31B DUKE STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 732 yd |
| Holy Trinity Parish Hall ROSEMARY LANE | 787 yd | |
| King George V Playing Field WHITEHOUSE LANE | grass pitches | 839 yd |
| Raven Meols Community Centre PARK ROAD | 979 yd | |
| Formby Football Club (Closed) Altcar Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,005 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 | 89.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 237.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.