Suffolk Road is in Southport and in Sefton district. PR8 4NB is located in the Birkdale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southport. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Suffolk Road, Southport, PR8 4NB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR8 4ND, PR8 4NA, PR8 4PY, PR8 4NH, PR8 4NQ, PR8 4PR, PR8 4LX, PR8 4LZ, PR8 4NG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PR8 4NB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.2% 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 | 53.7% | 54.2% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 3.2% |
| Male | 46.3% | 45.8% | -0.5% | 49.0% | -3.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PR8 4NB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36.6% | 43.8% | 7.2% | 37.9% | 5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.7% | 34.6% | -6.1% | 44.2% | -9.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 1.7% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 13.2% | 12.1% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 7.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46% | 46.1% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 32.7% | 0.6% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 11.4% | -4.3% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 8.1% | 3.2% | 4.0% | 4.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 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 | 29.6% | 16.7% | -12.9% | 18.2% | -1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 9.6% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 15.4% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 7.1% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16% | 22.9% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.6% | 26.7% | 11.1% | 33.8% | -7.1% |
| Other | 2.9% | 1.7% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 95.4% | 91.6% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 10.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 96.9% | 93.3% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 4% | 3.7% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 93.3% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 3% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.5% | 76.7% | 2.8% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 2.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.7% | 37.2% | 2.5% |
| Christian | 49% | 46.2% | 2.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 5% | 6.5% | -1.5% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Suffolk Road was 97.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 125.3% higher than the Birkdale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Suffolk Road has the 19th highest crime rate of 110 local areas in Birkdale and the 244th highest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 79.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Suffolk Road, Southport, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2022-06-01 | £175,126 |
| 28 Suffolk Road, Southport, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £166,000 | 2021-12-10 | £196,918 |
| 2 Suffolk Road, Southport, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2019-03-29 | £183,389 |
| 13 Suffolk Road, Southport, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £104,000 | 2016-05-20 | £162,928 |
| 17 Suffolk Road, Southport, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £144,000 | 2016-04-25 | £226,922 |
PR8 4NB 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 | 86 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 38 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farnborough Road Junior School Farnborough Road , Birkdale PR8 3DF | 3out of 4 | 252 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Road Infant School Farnborough Road , Birkdale PR8 3DF | 3out of 4 | 252 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School Grantham Road , PR8 4LT | 3out of 4 | 347 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkdale Primary School Matlock Road , Birkdale PR8 4EL | 3out of 4 | 1,722 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Infant and Nursery School Everton Road , Birkdale PR8 4BT | 3out of 4 | 1,890 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,118 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Greenbank High School Hastings Road , PR8 2LT | 4out of 4 | 1,244 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 | 1,263 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meols Cop High School Meols Cop Road , PR8 6JS | 4out of 4 | 3,709 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southport College Mornington Road , PR9 0TT | - not rated | 3,820 yd | Further education | 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 | 3,591 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arden College 40 Derby Road , PR9 0TZ | - not rated | 3,736 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 121 in the Community | 241-243 Liverpool Road | 365 yd | |
| Fun 4 Kidz | Farnborough Road Infant School, Farnborough Road | 369 yd | |
| Four Seasons | 224a Liverpool Road | 509 yd | |
| Elevens of Birkdale | 216 Liverpool Road | 529 yd | |
| Langberrys Limited (T/A Langberrys) | 83 Sandon Road | 844 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor's Bar | 1 Crown Buildings, Liverpool Road | 366 yd | |
| Crown Hotel | 304 Liverpool Road | 528 yd | |
| Grasshopper Pub | 70 Sandon Road | 844 yd | |
| Southport R U F C | Southport Rugby Union Football Club, Waterloo Road | 897 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Palace | 14 New Cut Lane, Halsall | 309 yd | |
| Subway | 251-253 Liverpool Road | 349 yd | |
| The Curry House | 3 Crown Buildings, Liverpool Road | 368 yd | |
| Lucky Garden | 239 Liverpool Road | 385 yd | |
| The Milk Room | 191 Liverpool Road | 509 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 173 Liverpool Road | 707 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 174 Liverpool Road | 736 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carr Lane Recreation Ground CENTRAL AVENUE | grass pitches | 671 yd |
| Bedford Park KEW ROAD | grass pitches | 902 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 | 33.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 30.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 41.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 41.3 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.