Elm Park Drive is in Ainsdale, Southport and in West Lancashire district. PR8 3HA is located in the Rural West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Lancashire. This postcode has been in use since 2001-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elm Park Drive, Ainsdale, Southport, PR8 3HA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR8 3HZ, PR8 3JA, PR8 3JG, PR8 3HY, PR8 3EY, PR8 3BF, PR8 3HU, PR8 3HX, PR8 3HF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PR8 3HA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.7% 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 | 53.6% | 54.7% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 3.7% |
| Male | 46.4% | 45.3% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -3.7% |
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 3HA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.3% 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 | 21.2% | 23.4% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -14.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.8% | 53.3% | 2.5% | 44.2% | 9.1% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 16.1% | 14.6% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 5.5% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 6.6% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 47.7% | 55.8% | 8.1% | 48.4% | 7.4% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 26.7% | -6.0% | 33.6% | -6.9% |
| Fair health | 15% | 11.6% | -3.4% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 4.1% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 30.5% | 17.5% | -13.0% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 6.6% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 13.9% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 0% | 10.9% | 10.9% | 5.3% | 5.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 16.1% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.2% | 32.8% | 0.6% | 33.8% | -1.0% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.3% | 98.8% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 99.3% | 96.5% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 96.5% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.4% | 76.7% | 7.7% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 13.9% | 13.5% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.6% | 37.2% | -0.6% |
| Christian | 58.1% | 46.2% | 11.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elm Park Drive was 60.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.9% higher than the Park average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Elm Park Drive has the 11th highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Park and the 385th highest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 7.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Elm Park Drive, Southport, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2023-09-29 | £362,028 |
| 15 Elm Park Drive, Southport, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2022-06-29 | £378,789 |
| 11 Elm Park Drive, Southport, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2021-10-14 | £406,319 |
| 6 Elm Park Drive, Southport, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £202,000 | 2019-09-06 | £267,603 |
| 15 Elm Park Drive, Southport, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £222,500 | 2019-08-02 | £293,731 |
PR8 3HA 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 3HA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ainsdale St John's Church of England Primary School Sandbrook Road , Ainsdale PR8 3JE | 4out of 4 | 478 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 | 1,493 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shoreside Primary School Westminster Drive , PR8 2QZ | 2out of 4 | 1,798 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Road Junior School Farnborough Road , Birkdale PR8 3DF | 3out of 4 | 1,929 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Road Infant School Farnborough Road , Birkdale PR8 3DF | 3out of 4 | 1,929 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 | 1,146 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Greenbank High School Hastings Road , PR8 2LT | 4out of 4 | 2,367 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 | 3,436 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 1,564 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Esperanto's Bistro | 579 Liverpool Road | 504 yd | |
| Fun 4 Kidz | Ainsdale St Johns Church Of England Primary School, Sandbrook Road | 513 yd | |
| The Squirrel Tea Room | 666b Liverpool Road | 538 yd | |
| Jade Gardens | 700 Liverpool Road | 602 yd | |
| Spice of Bengal | 12-14 Station Road | 611 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miller & Carter Ainsdale | 537-553 Liverpool Road | 356 yd | |
| Morrells | 569 Liverpool Road | 511 yd | |
| Champs | 668 Liverpool Road | 541 yd | |
| Southport & Ainsdale Golf Club | Bradshaws Lane | 574 yd | |
| The Barr Ainsdale | 2 Station Road | 611 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathfield Kebab House | 207 Heathfield Road | 368 yd | |
| Ainsdale Pasta & Pizzeria | 199-201 Heathfield Road | 369 yd | |
| The Busy Bee | 567 Liverpool Road | 504 yd | |
| BW Bubble Waffle | 28 Station Road | 654 yd | |
| Graysons Sandwich Bar | 106 Station Road | 1,007 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | Co Op, 1 Station Road | 665 yd | |
| Tesco | 9 Sherwood House, Station Road | 776 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 658 Fitness 658A 658A LIVERPOOL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 503 yd |
| Hillside Lawn Tennis Club 572A 572A LIVERPOOL ROAD | tennis courts | 530 yd |
| Southport And Ainsdale Golf Club BRADSHAWS LANE | golf | 630 yd |
| Ainsdale Hope Church Of England High School (Closed) Sandringham Road | 991 yd | |
| Sandbrook Road Recreation Ground SANDBROOK ROAD | grass pitches | 1,072 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 | 71.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.