Church Road is in Formby, Liverpool and in Sefton district. L37 8BQ 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 Church Road, Formby, Liverpool, L37 8BQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L37 3NF, L37 8DN, L37 8BE, L37 3AE, L37 8BB, L37 3LN, L37 4FB, L37 3QF, L37 8EF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding L37 8BQ has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.8% of the population 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 | 55.2% | 57.8% | 2.6% | 51.0% | 6.8% |
| Male | 44.8% | 42.2% | -2.6% | 49.0% | -6.8% |
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 | 30.8% | 20.9% | -9.9% | 37.9% | -17.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.5% | 39.5% | 7.0% | 44.2% | -4.7% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 9% | 2.5% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 29% | 28.8% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 22.7% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (61%) 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 | 25.4% | 26.6% | 1.2% | 48.4% | -21.8% |
| Good health | 37% | 34.4% | -2.6% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 28.2% | 27.1% | -1.1% | 12.7% | 14.4% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 8.9% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 4.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 3.1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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 | 28.4% | 26.3% | -2.1% | 18.2% | 8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.3% | 10.9% | 2.6% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 12% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 7.4% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.9% | 7.4% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -9.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.8% | 31.4% | 0.6% | 33.8% | -2.4% |
| Other | 5.9% | 4.6% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| White | 100% | 97.9% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 99% 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 | 98.3% | 99% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 99% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.2% | 76.7% | 2.5% |
| No passport held | 20.8% | 13.5% | 7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24% | 37.2% | -13.2% |
| Christian | 70.3% | 46.2% | 24.1% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Road was 445.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 819.2% higher than the Harington average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Church Road has the highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Harington and the 19th highest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 150.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 3 Kensington Court Church Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £57,000 | 2025-03-10 | £56,460 |
| Flat 30 Kensington Court Church Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £87,500 | 2025-02-24 | £87,920 |
| Flat 9 Kensington Court Church Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2024-12-06 | £74,572 |
| Flat 6 Ranslett Court, 30 Church Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-10-30 | £165,158 |
| Flat 16 Kensington Court Church Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £91,500 | 2024-09-16 | £93,193 |
L37 8BQ 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 8BQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 64% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 112 |
| Full-Time Employee | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of Compassion Catholic Primary School Bull Cop , Formby L37 8BZ | 4out of 4 | 440 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redgate Community Primary School Redgate , Formby L37 4EW | 3out of 4 | 766 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Freshfield Primary School Watchyard Lane , Formby L37 3JT | 4out of 4 | 855 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity St Peter's CofE Primary School Paradise Lane , Formby L37 7EJ | 3out of 4 | 1,204 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Primary School Woodlands Road , Formby L37 2JN | 3out of 4 | 1,430 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 | 848 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Range High School Stapleton Road , Formby L37 2YN | 2out of 4 | 2,255 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 | 4,966 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Don Luigi | 31 Church Road | 15 yd | |
| Toby Carvery Formby | 13 Church Road | 15 yd | |
| No 6 Wine Bar and Eatery | 6 School Lane | 173 yd | |
| The Lunch Hour | 54 Church Road | 196 yd | |
| Suay | 7-8 The Beacons, School Lane | 221 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Formby Club | 41 Three Tuns Lane | 253 yd | |
| Lux 37 | 41 Chapel Lane | 270 yd | |
| Cross House Inn | Cross House Inn, Cross Green | 299 yd | |
| Woodwards Wine Bar | 16 Chapel Lane | 372 yd | |
| The Tin Shed | 60 Brows Lane | 475 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 10 School Lane | 156 yd | |
| James Fish Bar | 12-14 Three Tuns Lane | 228 yd | |
| Sixty Kitchen | 23 Chapel Lane | 330 yd | |
| Formby Grill House and Pizzeria | Flames, 35 Brows Lane | 458 yd | |
| Redgate Contemporary Indian Cuisine | 7 Redgate | 612 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose Ltd | Waitrose Ltd, Three Tuns Lane | 228 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | The Cloisters, Halsall Lane | 308 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Plc | 28-30 Chapel Lane | 340 yd | |
| Tesco | 88 Altcar Road | 1,052 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Victoria Leisure Formby (Closed) Halsall Lane | health and fitness suite | 327 yd |
| King George V Playing Field WHITEHOUSE LANE | grass pitches | 399 yd |
| Holy Trinity Parish Hall ROSEMARY LANE | 478 yd | |
| Formby Pool ELBOW LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 561 yd |
| Brows Lane (Formby Fc) (Closed) Brows Lane | grass pitches | 584 yd |
| Redgate Community Primary School REDGATE | grass pitches | 694 yd |
| Duke Street Park 31B 31B DUKE STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 758 yd |
| Smithy Green Recreation Ground SMITHY GREEN | grass pitches | 816 yd |
| Formby High School FRESHFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 882 yd |
| Deansgate Lane Recreation Ground NEW ROAD | grass pitches | 926 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 | 98.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 89.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 89.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 89.7% |
| 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 | 52.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 95.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.