Fountains Road is in Liverpool and in Liverpool district. L4 1QL is located in the Kirkdale West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Liverpool, Riverside. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fountains Road, Liverpool, L4 1QL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L4 1QH, L4 1XZ, L4 1QG, L4 1QW, L4 1RL, L4 1AB, L4 1QQ, L4 1AA, L4 1UX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around L4 1QL 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 | 52% | 51.3% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48% | 48.7% | 0.7% | 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 area around L4 1QL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 59.8% 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 | 53.8% | 59.8% | 6.0% | 37.9% | 21.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.5% | 29.5% | -3.0% | 44.2% | -14.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.7% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 4.2% | -4.6% | 9.1% | -4.9% |
| Widowed | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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 | 36.3% | 51.8% | 15.5% | 48.4% | 3.4% |
| Good health | 25.5% | 28.6% | 3.1% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 22.5% | 11.9% | -10.6% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 13.7% | 5.7% | -8.0% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 52.5% | 16.8% | -35.7% | 18.2% | -1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 5% | -11.3% | 9.6% | -4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.5% | 14.9% | 7.4% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 18.7% | 11.2% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.8% | 40.8% | 32.0% | 33.8% | 7.0% |
| Other | 5% | 2.3% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 4.9% | 4.2% | -0.7% | 0.7% | 3.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 2.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 2.5% | 2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| White | 94.1% | 80.1% | -14.0% | 81.4% | -1.3% |
| Other | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
In this area, 79.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.1% | 79.4% | -16.7% | 83.2% | -3.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 7.3% | 7.3% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.9% | 8.8% | 4.9% | 5.6% | 3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 79.6% | -16.5% | 83.2% | -3.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 11.6% | 11.6% | 9.8% | 1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 2.9% | 1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0.3% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.8% | 76.7% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 3.4% | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| British Overseas Territories | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.4% | 37.2% | -14.8% |
| Christian | 62.6% | 46.2% | 16.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 3.1% | 1.7% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 4.5% | 6.5% | -2.0% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fountains Road was 41.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.9% lower than the Everton West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fountains Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Everton West and the 421st lowest crime rate of 1,559 local areas in Liverpool .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Fountains Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2020-12-07 | £234,117 |
| 24 Fountains Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, a newly built property | £149,995 | 2016-06-30 | £263,927 |
| 36 Fountains Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £156,495 | 2016-06-24 | £273,268 |
| 44 Fountains Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £147,000 | 2016-06-17 | £256,688 |
| 40 Fountains Road, Liverpool, Merseyside Terraced, a newly built property | £155,995 | 2016-06-17 | £274,484 |
| Full-Time Employee | 114 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Nursery School Cambridge Road , Bootle L20 9LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,591 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Everton Nursery School and Family Centre Spencer Street , L6 2WF | 4out of 4 | 2,239 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenacre Community Nursery School Province Place , L20 6PJ | 3out of 4 | 3,490 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abercromby Nursery School Falkner Street , L8 7QA | 3out of 4 | 4,345 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Somerville Nursery School Brentwood Street , CH44 4BB | 3out of 4 | 4,601 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkdale St Lawrence CofE VA Primary School Fonthill Road , L4 1QD | 3out of 4 | 364 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Primary School Fountains Road , Kirkdale L4 1UN | 4out of 4 | 384 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School Northumberland Terrace , Everton L5 3QF | 3out of 4 | 1,107 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beacon Church of England Primary School Heyworth Street , L5 3QG | 4out of 4 | 1,278 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis de Sales Catholic Junior School Hale Road , L4 3RL | 4out of 4 | 1,307 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame Catholic College 180 Great Homer Street , L5 5AF | 2out of 4 | 1,007 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Liverpool Academy 120 Heyworth Street , L5 0SQ | 3out of 4 | 1,526 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside High School Breeze Hill , L20 9NU | 1out of 4 | 1,938 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alsop High School Queens Drive , L4 6SH | - not rated | 2,158 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Academy of St Francis of Assisi Gardners Drive , Kensington L6 7UR | 3out of 4 | 3,417 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hugh Baird College Balliol Road , L20 7EW | - not rated | 1,515 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The City of Liverpool College Clarence Street , L3 5TP | - not rated | 3,570 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Liverpool Mathematics School Sir Alastair Pilkington Building , Back Bedford Street L69 7SH | - not rated | 3,978 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| LIPA Sixth Form College Mount Street , L1 9HF | - not rated | 4,180 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Everton Free School 42 Spellow Lane , L4 4DF | 3out of 4 | 1,098 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millstead School Iliad Street , L5 3LU | 4out of 4 | 1,872 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Liverpool Progressive School Rice Lane , Walton L9 1NR | - not rated | 2,328 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cavendish View School 99 Cavendish Drive , Walton L9 1NB | - not rated | 2,928 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Liverpool The Foundation Building , 765 Brownlow Hill L69 7ZX | - not rated | 3,537 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| U Bercika | 229 Stanley Road | 256 yd | |
| Powerleague Group Plc | Pitz Super Soccer Football Courts Whittle Street | 439 yd | |
| Rotunda Cafe Bistro | 107 Great Mersey Street | 597 yd | |
| The Thomas Frost | The Thomas Frost, 177 - 187 Walton Road | 731 yd | |
| Brasenose Road Cafe | 51 - 53 Bankhall Street | 786 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saddle Inn | 86 Fountains Road | 253 yd | |
| The Phoenix | 48 Foley Street | 341 yd | |
| New Halfway House | 65 Walton Road | 561 yd | |
| The Medlock Hotel | 8 Rumney Road | 571 yd | |
| St Hilda Pub | 141 Walton Road | 658 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kit Siu Kitchen | 227 Stanley Road | 255 yd | |
| Peri Peri Fusion Grill | 237 Stanley Road | 264 yd | |
| The Cooking Pot | 239 Stanley Road | 266 yd | |
| Torino's Fast Food | 249 Stanley Road | 280 yd | |
| Stanley’s Takeaway | 154 Stanley Road | 334 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | Iceland Foods, 162 - 200 Walton Road | 767 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Supermarket, 2 Salop Street | 814 yd | |
| Farmfoods Freezer Centre | 222 - 228 Walton Road | 853 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kirkdale Community Centre THE GORDON THE GORDON STANLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 254 yd |
| St Johns Catholic Primary School FOUNTAINS ROAD | 341 yd | |
| Westminster Road Swimming Baths (Closed) Westminster Road | swimming pool | 394 yd |
| Powerleague (Liverpool) WHITTLE STREET | artificial grass pitch | 441 yd |
| William Collins Playing Fields LAMBETH ROAD | grass pitches | 526 yd |
| Universal Fitness Studio (Closed) Walton Road | health and fitness suite | 895 yd |
| Notre Dame Catholic College GREAT HOMER STREET | 936 yd | |
| Everton Park ZANTE CLOSE | grass pitches | 967 yd |
| Everton Free School 42-44 42-44 SPELLOW LANE | 1,035 yd | |
| The People’S Hub SPELLOW LANE | artificial grass pitch | 1,064 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 | 93.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.8% |
| 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 | 194.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.