Elm Road is in Southport and in Sefton district. PR8 5DP is located in the Kew electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southport. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elm Road, Southport, PR8 5DP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR8 5PB, PR8 5DL, PR8 5NH, PR8 5NJ, PR8 5EJ, PR8 5EH, PR8 4EW, PR8 5AZ, PR8 5BJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PR8 5DP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.5% 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 | 53.5% | 55.5% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 4.5% |
| Male | 46.5% | 44.5% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -4.5% |
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 | 34.5% | 34.5% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.7% | 42.8% | 0.1% | 44.2% | -1.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 4.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 12.5% | -1.0% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 5.8% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 48.2% | 46.4% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -2.0% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 33.9% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 13.3% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 4.9% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.5% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 24% | 21.3% | -2.7% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 8.6% | -9.4% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 12.7% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 4.5% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 19.7% | 4.0% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 30.6% | 9.3% | 33.8% | -3.2% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.5% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.4% 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% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 90.4% | 91.4% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 10.0% |
| Arab | 2.6% | 1.2% | -1.4% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 91.2% 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% | 91.2% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 4.9% | 3.7% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 91.6% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.4% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.5% | 76.7% | 2.8% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.7% | 37.2% | 3.5% |
| Christian | 51.1% | 46.2% | 4.9% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elm Road was 29.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.4% lower than the Birkdale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elm Road has the 42nd lowest crime rate of 108 local areas in Birkdale and the 283rd lowest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -85.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Elm Road, Southport, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2025-11-21 | £162,204 |
| 18 Elm Road, Southport, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-09-27 | £210,687 |
| 22 Elm Road, Southport, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2024-02-29 | £129,287 |
| 18 Elm Road, Southport, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £177,000 | 2023-03-30 | £202,077 |
| 8 Elm Road, Southport, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2022-12-21 | £169,930 |
PR8 5DP 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 | 113 |
| Part-Time Employee | 58 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 47 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crossens Nursery School Preston New Road , PR9 8PA | 3out of 4 | 4,877 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Teresa's Catholic Infant and Nursery School Everton Road , Birkdale PR8 4BT | - not rated | 270 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkdale Primary School Matlock Road , Birkdale PR8 4EL | 3out of 4 | 362 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Linaker Primary School Sefton Street , PR8 5DB | - not rated | 411 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Linaker Primary School Sefton Street , PR8 5DB | 2out of 4 | 428 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip's Church of England Primary School Hampton Road , PR8 6SS | 3out of 4 | 1,284 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ The King Catholic High School and Sixth Form Centre Stamford Road , Birkdale PR8 4EX | 3out of 4 | 1,000 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenbank High School Hastings Road , PR8 2LT | - not rated | 2,185 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Greenbank High School Hastings Road , PR8 2LT | 3out of 4 | 2,185 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Meols Cop High School Meols Cop Road , PR8 6JS | - not rated | 2,273 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meols Cop High School Meols Cop Road , PR8 6JS | 3out of 4 | 2,273 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southport Education Group Mornington Road , PR9 0TT | - not rated | 1,744 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King George V College Scarisbrick New Road , PR8 6LR | - not rated | 1,899 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingswood School 26 Westcliffe Road , PR8 2BU | - not rated | 1,295 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunnymede School 4 Westcliffe Road , Birkdale PR8 2BN | - not rated | 1,353 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighthelmston School 21 Waterloo Road , Birkdale PR8 2HL | - not rated | 1,395 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rnib Sunshine House School 2 Oxford Road , Birkdale PR8 2JT | - not rated | 1,620 yd | Non-maintained special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arden College 40 Derby Road , Southport PR9 0TZ | - not rated | 1,669 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bun Club | 160 Duke Street | 308 yd | |
| Il Villaggio Cucina | 31 Liverpool Road | 526 yd | |
| Purely Slice | 37a Liverpool Road | 532 yd | |
| Barrique | 17 Liverpool Road | 572 yd | |
| The Barrel House | 42 Liverpool Road | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Upsteps | 20 Upper Aughton Road | 247 yd | |
| The Woollen Pig | 160 Duke Street | 308 yd | |
| Birkdale Labour Club | 53 Liverpool Road | 553 yd | |
| The Beer Den | 65/67A Duke Street | 571 yd | |
| Petite Verite | 9 Liverpool Road | 600 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57 Orient Takeaway | 81 Upper Aughton Road | 204 yd | |
| Sgt Peppers | 82 Eastbourne Road | 360 yd | |
| Kellen's Kitchen | 14 Upper Aughton Road | 388 yd | |
| Birkdale Tandoori | 23 Upper Aughton Road | 402 yd | |
| The Lunch Box | 101a Eastbourne Road | 453 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 1-3 St James Place, 21 St James Street | 890 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Teresa Cms Club Upper Aughton Road | 171 yd | |
| Workouts Family Fitness Centre (Closed) Cemetery Road | health and fitness suite | 499 yd |
| Christ The King Catholic High School And Sixth Form Centre STAMFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,000 yd |
| Portland Street Playing Fields LONSDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,044 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 | 51.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.81 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.81 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.15 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.