Fulwood Avenue is in Southport and in Sefton district. PR8 6NW 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 Fulwood Avenue, Southport, PR8 6NW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR8 6NN, PR8 6NP, PR8 6NA, PR8 6NH, PR8 6NR, PR8 6ND, PR8 6LG, PR8 6LQ, PR8 6TL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR8 6NW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 51.8% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 48.3% | 48.2% | -0.1% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 27.3% | 32.5% | 5.2% | 37.9% | -5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.6% | 50% | -4.6% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 8.7% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 7.3% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 51.4% | 53% | 1.6% | 48.4% | 4.6% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 31% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 9.4% | 10.5% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 5.1% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.9% | 11.5% | -3.4% | 18.2% | -6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 8% | -8.7% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 15.7% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 5.2% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 20.3% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.3% | 37.4% | 5.1% | 33.8% | 3.6% |
| Other | 2.8% | 1.7% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.7% 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% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 96.1% | 93.7% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 12.3% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 97.2% | 94.3% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 94% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.5% | 76.7% | 15.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.8% | 37.2% | -5.4% |
| Christian | 63.1% | 46.2% | 16.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fulwood Avenue was 45.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.1% higher than the Birkdale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fulwood Avenue has the 50th highest crime rate of 110 local areas in Birkdale and the 434th lowest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Fulwood Avenue, Southport, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-09-16 | £280,537 |
| 4 Fulwood Avenue, Southport, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2023-11-01 | £360,614 |
| 8 Fulwood Avenue, Southport, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £274,000 | 2019-11-29 | £361,707 |
| 8 Fulwood Avenue, Southport, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2017-08-04 | £235,973 |
| 5 Fulwood Avenue, Southport, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2009-09-30 | £275,444 |
PR8 6NW 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crossens Nursery School Preston New Road , PR9 8PA | 4out of 4 | 4,033 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Philip's Church of England Primary School Hampton Road , PR8 6SS | 3out of 4 | 832 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kew Woods Primary School Ovington Drive , PR8 6JW | 3out of 4 | 1,008 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Linaker Primary School Sefton Street , PR8 5DB | 3out of 4 | 1,141 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkdale Primary School Matlock Road , Birkdale PR8 4EL | 3out of 4 | 1,423 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Infant and Nursery School Everton Road , Birkdale PR8 4BT | 3out of 4 | 1,554 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meols Cop High School Meols Cop Road , PR8 6JS | 4out of 4 | 980 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic High School and Sixth Form Centre Stamford Road , PR8 4EX | 2out of 4 | 1,577 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenbank High School Hastings Road , PR8 2LT | 4out of 4 | 3,344 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Birkdale High School Windy Harbour Road , Birkdale PR8 3DT | 3out of 4 | 3,938 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Stanley High School Fleetwood Road , PR9 9TF | 1out of 4 | 4,167 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,671 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 | 1,519 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Presfield High School and Specialist College Preston New Road , Churchtown PR9 8PA | 3out of 4 | 4,128 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Peterhouse School Preston New Road , Churchtown PR9 8PA | 4out of 4 | 4,193 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southport Hospital | Southport And Formby General D, Town Lane Kew | 589 yd | |
| Peterhouse School Residential Services | 29 Chambres Road | 642 yd | |
| Terence Burgess Education Cent | Queenscourt Hospice, Town Lane Kew | 850 yd | |
| Bridge Cafe | 3 Hart Street | 944 yd | |
| Portovino | 187 Sussex Road | 1,076 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sphynx Lawn Tennis Club | 52 Ashdown Close | 202 yd | |
| Scarisbrick Bowling Club Ltd | 1A Falkland Road | 211 yd | |
| Southport Football Club | Southport Football Club, Haig Avenue | 599 yd | |
| The Richmond | 234 Scarisbrick New Road | 794 yd | |
| Forty Seven | 47 Ovington Drive | 980 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese Kitchen | 94 Haig Avenue | 605 yd | |
| Foodland Burgers | 57 Cemetery Road | 816 yd | |
| Mia's Fish Bar | 45 Ovington Drive | 848 yd | |
| Fellini | 19 Forest Road | 925 yd | |
| South Garden Fish & Chips Shop | 17 Forest Road | 933 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| RVS Hospital Shop | Southport And Formby District Hospital, Town Lane Kew | 602 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sphynx Tennis Club ASHDOWN CLOSE | tennis courts | 182 yd |
| Portland Street Playing Fields LONSDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 403 yd |
| King George V College SCARISBRICK NEW ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 541 yd |
| Merseyrail Community Stadium Haig Avenue | grass pitches | 576 yd |
| North West Spinal Unit TOWN LANE | swimming pool | 606 yd |
| Anvil Gym HART STREET | health and fitness suite | 907 yd |
| Kew Woods Primary School OVINGTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 916 yd |
| Meols Cop High School Meols Cop Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 923 yd |
| Workouts Family Fitness Centre (Closed) Cemetery Road | health and fitness suite | 932 yd |
| Meols Park Recreation Ground MEOLS COP ROAD | grass pitches | 960 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 | 37.5% |
| 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 | 47.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 69.29 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 69.29 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 16.54 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.