Broadlands is in Southport and in Sefton district. PR8 2HP is located in the Duke's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southport. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Broadlands, Southport, PR8 2HP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR8 2ET, PR8 2NA, PR8 2EY, PR8 2ES, PR8 2HE, PR8 2NE, PR8 2NF, PR8 2TJ, PR8 2HF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PR8 2HP, 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 | 53.4% | 52.1% | -1.3% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 46.6% | 47.9% | 1.3% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of PR8 2HP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.1% 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 | 28.8% | 22.7% | -6.1% | 37.9% | -15.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 55.1% | 5.3% | 44.2% | 10.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 6.9% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 13.8% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 7.7% |
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 | 45.6% | 43.4% | -2.2% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 39.7% | 3.0% | 33.6% | 6.1% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 12% | -1.3% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 2.6% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 53.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.8% | 11.3% | -0.5% | 18.2% | -6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 9.3% | -5.1% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 9.3% | -8.4% | 13.4% | -4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.4% | 5.3% | 4.9% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 10.1% | -2.1% | 16.9% | -6.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.3% | 53.4% | 16.1% | 33.8% | 19.6% |
| Other | 6.3% | 1.2% | -5.1% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
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 | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 98.6% | 95.1% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 92.5% | 94.4% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 94.4% | 2.6% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 3% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 0.7% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 1.5% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.3% | 76.7% | 16.6% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 4.5% | 13.5% | -9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19.2% | 37.2% | -18.0% |
| Christian | 74.8% | 46.2% | 28.6% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broadlands was 59.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.5% higher than the Birkdale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Broadlands has the 35th highest crime rate of 108 local areas in Birkdale and the 391st highest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Broadlands, Southport, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2020-12-22 | £659,600 |
| 3 Broadlands, Southport, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2009-06-23 | £639,037 |
| 1 Broadlands, Southport, Merseyside Detached, a newly built property | £180,000 | 1996-03-08 | £836,652 |
PR8 2HP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 PR8 2HP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Other | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Teresa's Catholic Infant and Nursery School Everton Road , Birkdale PR8 4BT | - not rated | 1,178 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkdale Primary School Matlock Road , Birkdale PR8 4EL | 3out of 4 | 1,338 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School Grantham Road , PR8 4LT | - not rated | 1,531 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School Grantham Road , PR8 4LT | 3out of 4 | 1,531 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Linaker Primary School Sefton Street , PR8 5DB | - not rated | 1,750 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenbank High School Hastings Road , PR8 2LT | - not rated | 1,021 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Greenbank High School Hastings Road , PR8 2LT | 3out of 4 | 1,021 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic High School and Sixth Form Centre Stamford Road , Birkdale PR8 4EX | 3out of 4 | 1,648 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkdale High School Windy Harbour Road , Birkdale PR8 3DT | - not rated | 2,257 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Birkdale High School Windy Harbour Road , Birkdale PR8 3DT | 3out of 4 | 2,257 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southport Education Group Mornington Road , PR9 0TT | - not rated | 2,856 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King George V College Scarisbrick New Road , PR8 6LR | - not rated | 3,319 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brighthelmston School 21 Waterloo Road , Birkdale PR8 2HL | - not rated | 245 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkdale School for H I Children 40 Lancaster Road , Birkdale PR8 2JY | - not rated | 438 yd | Non-maintained special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rnib Sunshine House School 2 Oxford Road , Birkdale PR8 2JT | - not rated | 777 yd | Non-maintained special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood School 26 Westcliffe Road , PR8 2BU | - not rated | 1,158 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunnymede School 4 Westcliffe Road , Birkdale PR8 2BN | - not rated | 1,576 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| D'vine Catering Ltd | Southport And Birkdale Sports Club, Trafalgar Road | 200 yd | |
| Mitie at IPS Southport | Ons Smedley Hydro, Trafalgar Road | 358 yd | |
| Rose Tea Room of Birkdale | 3 Weld Parade | 810 yd | |
| Cafe Bar N'ista | 41 Weld Road | 825 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 8 Liverpool Road | 834 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southport & Birkdale Sports Club | Southport And Birkdale Cricket Club, Trafalgar Road | 200 yd | |
| Carlton Tennis Club | 24A Dunkirk Road | 730 yd | |
| Park Hotel | 36 Weld Road | 758 yd | |
| Birkers Bar and Grill | 4a Liverpool Road | 813 yd | |
| Clubhouse Birkdale | 25-29 Liverpool Road | 846 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Just Wings Out and About | 4a Liverpool Road | 813 yd | |
| Fylde Fish Bar | 39 Weld Road | 838 yd | |
| The Butchers Kitchen | 44 Liverpool Road | 841 yd | |
| Croziers of Birkdale | 13a Liverpool Road | 887 yd | |
| Rainbow 2000 | 49 Liverpool Road | 907 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Southport And Birkdale Sports Club TRAFALGAR ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 282 yd |
| Greenbank High School HASTINGS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,018 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 | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.