Burnley Road is in Southport and in Sefton district. PR8 3LR 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 Burnley Road, Southport, PR8 3LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR8 3LE, PR8 3LH, PR8 3LF, PR8 3JJ, PR8 3LS, PR8 3LP, PR8 3HW, PR8 3HS, PR8 3LJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR8 3LR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 51.7% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 46.9% | 48.3% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 25.4% | 29.2% | 3.8% | 37.9% | -8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 42.8% | -1.9% | 44.2% | -1.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 15.3% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 6.2% |
| Widowed | 13.9% | 8.9% | -5.0% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 38.3% | 48.1% | 9.8% | 48.4% | -0.3% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 25.4% | -7.0% | 33.6% | -8.2% |
| Fair health | 19.7% | 17.5% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 4.8% |
| Bad health | 9% | 9% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 26.2% | 17% | -9.2% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 9.8% | -0.9% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 13.6% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 8.9% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 15.7% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.6% | 31.9% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -1.9% |
| Other | 2.5% | 3% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 99% | 95.5% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 98.3% | 95.5% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 95.5% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 11.2% | 13.5% | -2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.6% | 37.2% | -7.6% |
| Christian | 64.4% | 46.2% | 18.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Burnley Road was 36.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.5% lower than the Ainsdale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Burnley Road has the 21st lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Ainsdale and the 346th lowest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Burnley Road, Southport, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2024-09-20 | £295,806 |
| 84 Burnley Road, Southport, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £202,500 | 2023-08-15 | £217,764 |
| 100 Burnley Road, Southport, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £277,500 | 2023-08-07 | £296,148 |
| 70 Burnley Road, Southport, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £296,000 | 2023-07-04 | £317,037 |
| 120 Burnley Road, Southport, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £277,000 | 2022-10-11 | £293,554 |
PR8 3LR 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 3LR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| 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 | 741 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shoreside Primary School Westminster Drive , PR8 2QZ | 2out of 4 | 1,197 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Meadow Primary School and Early Years Education Centre Meadow Lane , Ainsdale PR8 3RS | 3out of 4 | 1,533 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Road Junior School Farnborough Road , Birkdale PR8 3DF | 3out of 4 | 2,348 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Road Infant School Farnborough Road , Birkdale PR8 3DF | 3out of 4 | 2,348 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 | 1,447 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Greenbank High School Hastings Road , PR8 2LT | 4out of 4 | 2,378 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 | 3,802 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 | 1,032 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tipple | 42 Station Road | 197 yd | |
| Dolce Vita Restaurant | 90 Station Road | 197 yd | |
| Spice of Bengal | 12-14 Station Road | 199 yd | |
| Harbour Cafe Bar | The Pantry, 76-78 Station Road | 225 yd | |
| The Squirrel Tea Room | 666b Liverpool Road | 238 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Barr Ainsdale | 2 Station Road | 199 yd | |
| Morrells | 569 Liverpool Road | 278 yd | |
| Southport & Ainsdale Golf Club | Bradshaws Lane | 301 yd | |
| The Golden Monkey | 104 Station Road | 306 yd | |
| Pebbles Bar & Grill | 51 Station Road | 353 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BW Bubble Waffle | 28 Station Road | 178 yd | |
| The Busy Bee | 567 Liverpool Road | 296 yd | |
| Graysons Sandwich Bar | 106 Station Road | 326 yd | |
| Flamingo's | 112a Station Road | 329 yd | |
| Fish Loves Chips | 53 Station Road | 369 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 9 Sherwood House, Station Road | 174 yd | |
| Co-operative | Co Op, 1 Station Road | 220 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Southport And Ainsdale Golf Club BRADSHAWS LANE | golf | 258 yd |
| 658 Fitness 658A 658A LIVERPOOL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 265 yd |
| Ainsdale Hope Church Of England High School (Closed) Sandringham Road | 465 yd | |
| Hillside Lawn Tennis Club 572A 572A LIVERPOOL ROAD | tennis courts | 500 yd |
| Southport & Ainsdale Amateurs 772A 772A LIVERPOOL ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 971 yd |
| Ainsdale 3G GLENEAGLES DRIVE | artificial grass pitch | 1,068 yd |
| Merefield School WESTMINSTER DRIVE | 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.