Liverpool Road is in Rufford, Ormskirk and in West Lancashire district. L40 1SF is located in the Burscough Bridge & Rufford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Ribble. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Liverpool Road, Rufford, Ormskirk, L40 1SF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L40 1SJ, L40 1SA, L40 1US, L40 1AB, L40 1SH, L40 1AA, L40 1SS, L40 1SR, L40 1UN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding L40 1SF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% 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 | 51.6% | 52% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 48.4% | 48% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
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 L40 1SF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.4% 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 | 24.7% | 17% | -7.7% | 37.9% | -20.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.3% | 63.4% | 7.1% | 44.2% | 19.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 8.2% | 1.9% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 11.3% | 8.8% | -2.5% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.8% | 51.2% | 4.4% | 48.4% | 2.8% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 32.9% | -2.6% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 11.8% | -1.4% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 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 L40 1SF this area, 8.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 46.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.2% | 8.5% | -13.7% | 18.2% | -9.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.6% | 6.7% | 1.1% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 12.9% | -0.9% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 4.6% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 18% | 9.2% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.8% | 46.9% | 4.1% | 33.8% | 13.1% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.3% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.2% | 95.1% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 98.1% | 97.2% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 97.2% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.2% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88% | 76.7% | 11.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| North Africa | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 10.5% | 13.5% | -3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 17.4% | 37.2% | -19.8% |
| Christian | 73.1% | 46.2% | 26.9% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Liverpool Road was 34.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.6% lower than the Burscough Bridge & Rufford average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Liverpool Road has the 25th lowest crime rate of 72 local areas in Burscough Bridge & Rufford and the 113th lowest crime rate of 328 local areas in West Lancashire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 66 Liverpool Road, Ormskirk, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2024-09-02 | £397,973 |
| 64 Liverpool Road, Ormskirk, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £318,000 | 2017-11-21 | £439,307 |
| 70 Liverpool Road, Ormskirk, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2014-12-03 | £603,025 |
| 36 Liverpool Road, Ormskirk, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2014-07-01 | £763,875 |
| 64 Liverpool Road, Ormskirk, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2009-07-31 | £309,390 |
L40 1SF 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 L40 1SF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 151 |
| Full-Time Employee | 121 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rufford CofE School Flash Lane , Rufford L40 1SN | 3out of 4 | 223 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmeswood Methodist School Chapel Lane , Holmeswood L40 1UD | 3out of 4 | 3,446 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mawdesley St Peter's Church of England Primary School Hurst Green , Mawdesley L40 2QT | 3out of 4 | 3,625 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burscough Bridge St John's Church of England Primary School Burscough Bridge St John's Church of England Primary School , School Lane L40 4AE | 3out of 4 | 3,781 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burscough Village Primary School Colburne Close , Burscough L40 4LB | 3out of 4 | 3,837 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burscough Priory Academy Trevor Road , Burscough L40 7RZ | 1out of 4 | 4,218 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Rawstorne Church of England Academy Highfield Road , Croston PR26 9HH | 4out of 4 | 5,192 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boathouse Brasserie | St Marys Marina, Watersedge Drive | 479 yd | |
| Manor House Farm Bed & Breakfast | Manor House Farm, Diamond Jubilee Road | 509 yd | |
| Tastebuds | Fettlers Wharf Marina, Station Road | 777 yd | |
| Rufford Old Hall | 200 Liverpool Road, Rufford | 793 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hesketh Arms | 81 Liverpool Road, Rufford | 263 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rufford Parish Field RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND FLASH LANE | grass pitches | 570 yd |
| Rufford Cricket Club COUSINS LANE | grass pitches | 650 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 | 71.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 377.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 47.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.