Gower Gardens is in Burscough, Ormskirk and in West Lancashire district. L40 5SP is located in the Burscough Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Lancashire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gower Gardens, Burscough, Ormskirk, L40 5SP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L40 5SR, L40 7RH, L40 5SW, L40 5XU, L40 5SX, L40 5SQ, L40 5XF, L40 5SU, L40 5BL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around L40 5SP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53% | 50.9% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 47% | 49.1% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 25% | 32.8% | 7.8% | 37.9% | -5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.8% | 39.1% | -8.7% | 44.2% | -5.1% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 13.2% | 13.9% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 13.2% | 10.9% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
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 | 44.5% | 48.3% | 3.8% | 48.4% | -0.1% |
| Good health | 28.1% | 26.9% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -6.7% |
| Fair health | 19.6% | 17% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 6% | 4.8% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 3% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 | 25.4% | 20.2% | -5.2% | 18.2% | 2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 10.9% | -6.6% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.1% | 9.7% | -0.4% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 5% | -2.0% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 16.8% | 9.3% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.2% | 35.3% | 8.1% | 33.8% | 1.5% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2.1% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.9% | 98.5% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 98.5% 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 | 97.5% | 98.5% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 98.5% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.6% | 76.7% | 4.9% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.3% | 13.5% | 3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.8% | 37.2% | -11.4% |
| Christian | 67.9% | 46.2% | 21.7% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gower Gardens was 42.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.6% lower than the Burscough Bridge & Rufford average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Gower Gardens has the 34th lowest crime rate of 72 local areas in Burscough Bridge & Rufford and the 140th lowest crime rate of 328 local areas in West Lancashire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Gower Gardens, Ormskirk, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-08-06 | £253,468 |
| 24 Gower Gardens, Ormskirk, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-05-07 | £225,308 |
| 10 Gower Gardens, Ormskirk, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-02-02 | £174,435 |
| 21 Gower Gardens, Ormskirk, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2020-12-17 | £195,682 |
| 23 Gower Gardens, Ormskirk, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £166,000 | 2018-12-07 | £224,462 |
L40 5SP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorgate Nursery School Moorgate , L39 4RY | 4out of 4 | 5,191 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burscough Lordsgate Township Church of England Primary School Lordsgate Drive , Burscough L40 7RS | 3out of 4 | 299 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burscough Village Primary School Colburne Close , Burscough L40 4LB | 3out of 4 | 672 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 731 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burscough Bridge Methodist School Orrell Lane , Burscough L40 0SG | 3out of 4 | 763 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Primary School, Burscough Chapel Lane , Lathom L40 7RA | 3out of 4 | 786 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 598 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormskirk School Wigan Road , L39 2AT | 1out of 4 | 4,178 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormskirk Academy Wigan Road , L39 2AT | - not rated | 4,179 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maharishi Free School Cobbs Brow Lane , Lathom L40 6JJ | 3out of 4 | 5,319 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Acorns School 43 Ruff Lane , L39 4QX | 3out of 4 | 4,755 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wood Edge Independent School 69 Ruff Lane , Ormskirk L39 4UL | - not rated | 4,759 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Edge Hill University St Helen's Road , L39 4QP | - not rated | 5,115 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Packet House | 29 Liverpool Road North, Burscough | 671 yd | |
| Hugos | Unit 4, Burscough Wharf | 727 yd | |
| The Thirsty Duck | Units 9 To 10, Burscough Wharf | 728 yd | |
| Kaizen Sushi & Eatery | Unit 14, Burscough Wharf | 728 yd | |
| Milkie Bar | Unit 2, Burscough Wharf | 728 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ship Inn | 4 Wheat Lane, Lathom | 665 yd | |
| Stanley Institute | 1 Liverpool Road North, Burscough | 671 yd | |
| Cactus Ray's | Ground Floor Unit 7, Burscough Wharf | 728 yd | |
| Burscough Cricket Club | School Lane, Burscough | 761 yd | |
| The Royal British Legion | Lord Street, Burscough | 766 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pork Shop | Spar Stores, 27 Liverpool Road North | 671 yd | |
| Original Kebab House | Unit 6, Palais Buildings | 715 yd | |
| Village Fish Bar | 66 Liverpool Road North, Burscough | 825 yd | |
| Brewsterz | 68 Liverpool Road North, Burscough | 825 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Superstore | Station Approach, Burscough | 1,019 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond Park HEATHER CLOSE | grass pitches | 299 yd |
| Burscough Cricket Club School Lane | grass pitches | 621 yd |
| T J Fitness Studio (Closed) Mill Lane | health and fitness suite | 669 yd |
| Burscough Priory Science College TREVOR ROAD | grass pitches | 684 yd |
| St Johns C Of E School SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 781 yd |
| St John'S Catholic Primary School CHAPEL LANE | grass pitches | 785 yd |
| Burscough Racquets & Fitness Centre VICTORIA PARK VICTORIA PARK MART LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 954 yd |
| Victoria Park (Burscough Football Club) VICTORIA PARK VICTORIA PARK MART LANE | grass pitches | 1,018 yd |
| Victoria Park VICTORIA PARK VICTORIA PARK MART LANE | grass pitches | 1,049 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.72 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.72 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.