Liverpool Road South is in Burscough, Ormskirk and in West Lancashire district. L40 7SY 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 Liverpool Road South, Burscough, Ormskirk, L40 7SY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L40 7TB, L40 7UG, L40 7TW, L40 7XA, L40 7TU, L40 7TX, L40 7TN, L40 7TT, L40 7TE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding L40 7SY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 52.7% | 52.1% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 47.3% | 47.9% | 0.6% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 | 24.6% | 37% | 12.4% | 37.9% | -0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56% | 44.4% | -11.6% | 44.2% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 12.2% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 5.5% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 (88.9%) 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 | 55.1% | 59.6% | 4.5% | 48.4% | 11.2% |
| Good health | 24.9% | 29.3% | 4.4% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 8.2% | -3.6% | 12.7% | -4.5% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 1.9% | -4.2% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.1% | -0.9% | 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.
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 47.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.9% | 13.1% | -7.8% | 18.2% | -5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 7.5% | -8.2% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 11.4% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 3.9% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 16.7% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.9% | 47.1% | 15.2% | 33.8% | 13.3% |
| Other | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -2.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 97.1% | 94.9% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 96.7% | 94.9% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 94.4% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.8% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.1% | 13.5% | -4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.9% | 37.2% | -5.3% |
| Christian | 56.1% | 46.2% | 9.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 10.6% | 6.0% | 4.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Liverpool Road South was 160.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 135.7% higher than the Burscough Bridge & Rufford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Liverpool Road South has the 5th highest crime rate of 69 local areas in Burscough Bridge & Rufford and the 34th highest crime rate of 323 local areas in West Lancashire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 76.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 118.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 113 Liverpool Road South, Ormskirk, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2026-01-29 | £246,176 |
| 113 Liverpool Road South, Ormskirk, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £121,500 | 2023-08-01 | £134,663 |
| 115 Liverpool Road South, Ormskirk, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £307,500 | 2021-09-16 | £388,917 |
| 117 - 119 Liverpool Road South, Ormskirk, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £349,995 | 2021-02-05 | £437,012 |
| 101 Liverpool Road South, Ormskirk, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2017-08-21 | £212,047 |
L40 7SY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 150 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| 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 | 3out of 4 | 4,143 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Catholic Primary School, Burscough Chapel Lane , Lathom L40 7RA | 3out of 4 | 635 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burscough Lordsgate Township Church of England Primary School Lordsgate Drive , Burscough L40 7RS | 3out of 4 | 797 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burscough Bridge Methodist School Orrell Lane , Burscough L40 0SG | 3out of 4 | 1,499 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burscough Village Primary School Colburne Close , Burscough L40 4LB | 3out of 4 | 1,654 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 | 1,700 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,236 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burscough Priory Science College Trevor Road , Burscough L40 7RZ | - not rated | 1,236 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormskirk School Wigan Road , L39 2AT | - not rated | 3,228 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormskirk School Wigan Road , L39 2AT | - not rated | 3,231 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormskirk Cross Hall High School Wigan Road , L39 2AT | - not rated | 3,386 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turning Point Academy Hants Lane, , Ormskirk L39 1PX | - not rated | 3,605 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Minster Lodge School Ruff Lane , L39 4QX | - not rated | 3,753 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Acorns School 43 Ruff Lane , L39 4QX | 3out of 4 | 3,753 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wood Edge Independent School 69 Ruff Lane , Ormskirk L39 4UL | - not rated | 3,823 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Edge Hill University St Helen's Road , L39 4QP | - not rated | 4,150 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base-dance | Unit Gh1, Platts Lane Industrial Estate | 271 yd | |
| Fun Arena Limited | Unit 5, Dakota Business Park | 593 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 8, Burscough | 993 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bull And Dog Inn | 5 Liverpool Road South, Burscough | 846 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angel Thai Takeaway | 105 Liverpool Road South, Burscough | 2 yd | |
| Caffe Nero | Unit 10, Burscough | 993 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Unit 2, Burscough | 993 yd | |
| Booths | Unit 1, Burscough | 993 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St John'S Catholic Primary School CHAPEL LANE | grass pitches | 634 yd |
| Richmond Park HEATHER CLOSE | grass pitches | 941 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 | 35.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.