Hartley Crescent is in Southport and in Sefton district. PR8 4SQ 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 Hartley Crescent, Southport, PR8 4SQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR8 4RU, PR8 4SD, PR8 4SG, PR8 4SA, PR8 4NS, PR8 4DH, PR8 4RT, PR8 4NT, PR8 4DQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR8 4SQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 50.6% | 1.2% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 50.6% | 49.4% | -1.2% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 4SQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.7% 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 | 24% | 27.7% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -10.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.2% | 51.7% | -10.5% | 44.2% | 7.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 10.5% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 7.9% | 3.3% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 49.1% | 49.4% | 0.3% | 48.4% | 1.0% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 34.7% | -1.9% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 11.8% | 0.5% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 3.8% | 1.7% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.1% | 10.5% | -3.6% | 18.2% | -7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 6% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.6% | 13.1% | -7.5% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 7.1% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 13.1% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.4% | 48.3% | 13.9% | 33.8% | 14.5% |
| Other | 4.6% | 1.9% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.9% | 96.1% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 95.7% | 98.4% | 2.7% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 98.4% | 3.6% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.2% | 76.7% | 17.5% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 5.1% | 13.5% | -8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 57.8% | 46.2% | 11.6% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hartley Crescent was 19.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.9% lower than the Birkdale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hartley Crescent has the 28th lowest crime rate of 110 local areas in Birkdale and the 157th lowest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 54 Hartley Crescent, Southport, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-05-10 | £378,840 |
| 52 Hartley Crescent, Southport, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £531,000 | 2021-09-16 | £638,400 |
| 17 Hartley Crescent, Southport, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2020-09-03 | £499,160 |
| 27 Hartley Crescent, Southport, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2019-12-04 | £434,422 |
| 40 Hartley Crescent, Southport, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2016-10-31 | £527,603 |
PR8 4SQ 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 4SQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School Grantham Road , PR8 4LT | 3out of 4 | 812 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkdale Primary School Matlock Road , Birkdale PR8 4EL | 3out of 4 | 970 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Infant and Nursery School Everton Road , Birkdale PR8 4BT | 3out of 4 | 989 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Road Junior School Farnborough Road , Birkdale PR8 3DF | 3out of 4 | 1,304 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Road Infant School Farnborough Road , Birkdale PR8 3DF | 3out of 4 | 1,304 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 | 4out of 4 | 975 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 | 1,000 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkdale High School Windy Harbour Road , Birkdale PR8 3DT | 3out of 4 | 1,865 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Meols Cop High School Meols Cop Road , PR8 6JS | 4out of 4 | 3,341 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 | 2,937 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arden College 40 Derby Road , PR9 0TZ | - not rated | 2,881 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Merefield School Westminster Drive , PR8 2QZ | 4out of 4 | 4,217 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevens of Birkdale | 216 Liverpool Road | 561 yd | |
| Mitie at IPS Southport | Ons Smedley Hydro, Trafalgar Road | 584 yd | |
| Four Seasons | 224a Liverpool Road | 585 yd | |
| D'vine Catering Ltd | Southport And Birkdale Sports Club, Trafalgar Road | 642 yd | |
| 121 in the Community | 241-243 Liverpool Road | 821 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlton Tennis Club | 24A Dunkirk Road | 477 yd | |
| Southport & Birkdale Sports Club | Southport And Birkdale Cricket Club, Trafalgar Road | 642 yd | |
| Birkdale Labour Club | 53 Liverpool Road | 723 yd | |
| Birkers Bar and Grill | 4a Liverpool Road | 902 yd | |
| Clubhouse Birkdale | 25-29 Liverpool Road | 916 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tilleys Sandwich Shop | 177 Liverpool Road | 468 yd | |
| The Lotus Takeaway | 1 Clifford Road | 473 yd | |
| Pizzas & Co | 187a Liverpool Road | 566 yd | |
| The Milk Room | 191 Liverpool Road | 583 yd | |
| The Chef & Food | 3 Kew Road | 713 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 174 Liverpool Road | 361 yd | |
| Tesco | 173 Liverpool Road | 396 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Southport And Birkdale Sports Club TRAFALGAR ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 588 yd |
| Bedford Park KEW ROAD | grass pitches | 720 yd |
| Christ The King Catholic High School And Sixth Form Centre STAMFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 903 yd |
| St Teresa Cms Club Upper Aughton Road | 1,042 yd | |
| Greenbank High School HASTINGS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,047 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 | 34.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 32.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 53.86 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 53.86 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10.42 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.