Mickleton Drive is in Southport and in Sefton district. PR8 2QX is located in the Ainsdale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southport. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mickleton Drive, Southport, PR8 2QX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR8 2QT, PR8 2QR, PR8 2RP, PR8 2QY, PR8 2QU, PR8 2QS, PR8 2PY, PR8 2RR, PR8 2RN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR8 2QX 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 | 53.2% | 50.9% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 46.8% | 49.1% | 2.3% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of PR8 2QX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.9% 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 | 18.2% | 15.9% | -2.3% | 37.9% | -22.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.1% | 67.9% | 0.8% | 44.2% | 23.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 5% | 4.8% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -4.3% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 9.1% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.2%) 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 | 37.7% | 45.9% | 8.2% | 48.4% | -2.5% |
| Good health | 44.7% | 39.3% | -5.4% | 33.6% | 5.7% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 9.6% | -4.1% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.7% | 14% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 6% | -7.6% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 12.8% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 5.6% | 0.2% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.1% | 14.4% | -2.7% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.2% | 41.6% | 9.4% | 33.8% | 7.8% |
| Other | 3.1% | 5.6% | 2.5% | 2.8% | 2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.9% | 97.5% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 95.8% | 93.4% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 4% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 93.1% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 5.8% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 0% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.8% | 76.7% | 13.1% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.8% | 37.2% | -7.4% |
| Christian | 59.3% | 46.2% | 13.1% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Jewish | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mickleton Drive was 7.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 86.2% lower than the Ainsdale average. The most reported crime type was Possession of weapons.
Mickleton Drive has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Ainsdale and the 42nd lowest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mickleton Drive, Southport, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2010-10-15 | £385,507 |
| 2 Mickleton Drive, Southport, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2008-10-24 | £377,797 |
| 1 Mickleton Drive, Southport, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £199,000 | 2003-02-07 | £482,314 |
| 6 Mickleton Drive, Southport, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 1996-09-30 | £459,753 |
PR8 2QX 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 PR8 2QX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 123 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shoreside Primary School Westminster Drive , PR8 2QZ | 2out of 4 | 713 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ainsdale St John's Church of England Primary School Sandbrook Road , Ainsdale PR8 3JE | 4out of 4 | 1,609 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre Meadow Lane , Ainsdale PR8 3RS | 3out of 4 | 1,935 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Road Junior School Farnborough Road , Birkdale PR8 3DF | 3out of 4 | 3,213 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Road Infant School Farnborough Road , Birkdale PR8 3DF | 3out of 4 | 3,213 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birkdale High School Windy Harbour Road , Birkdale PR8 3DT | 3out of 4 | 2,310 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Greenbank High School Hastings Road , PR8 2LT | 4out of 4 | 2,896 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic High School and Sixth Form Centre Stamford Road , PR8 4EX | 2out of 4 | 4,574 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Formby High School Freshfield Road , Formby L37 3HW | 4out of 4 | 5,351 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merefield School Westminster Drive , PR8 2QZ | 4out of 4 | 832 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pontins Southport Holiday Centre | Pontins Southport Holiday Centre, Shore Road | 658 yd | |
| Dukes Bar & Bistro | 108 - 110 Station Road | 776 yd | |
| Harbour Cafe Bar | The Pantry, 76-78 Station Road | 916 yd | |
| Tipple | 42 Station Road | 957 yd | |
| Dolce Vita Restaurant | 90 Station Road | 957 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pebbles Bar & Grill | 51 Station Road | 774 yd | |
| The Golden Monkey | 104 Station Road | 804 yd | |
| The Spitfire Pub & Kitchen | The Arion, Kenilworth Road | 1,017 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graysons Sandwich Bar | 106 Station Road | 776 yd | |
| Flamingo's | 112a Station Road | 776 yd | |
| Fish Loves Chips | 53 Station Road | 779 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 9 Sherwood House, Station Road | 997 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Merefield School WESTMINSTER DRIVE | 767 yd | |
| Ainsdale Hope Church Of England High School (Closed) Sandringham Road | 1,076 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 | 0.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 76.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 76.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.42 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.42 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.