Southbank Road is in Southport and in Sefton district. PR8 6QJ 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 Southbank Road, Southport, PR8 6QJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR8 6RP, PR8 5AE, PR8 6QX, PR8 6QH, PR8 6PY, PR8 5BE, PR8 6TH, PR8 6PU, PR8 5AF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PR8 6QJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 52% | 52.1% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 48% | 47.9% | -0.1% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 6QJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48% 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 | 41.7% | 48% | 6.3% | 37.9% | 10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.8% | 30.3% | -7.5% | 44.2% | -13.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 3.7% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 12% | 14% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 4% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 | 46.5% | 49.7% | 3.2% | 48.4% | 1.3% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 34.6% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 10.3% | -3.6% | 12.7% | -2.4% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 4% | -2.3% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 21.2% | 18.6% | -2.6% | 18.2% | 0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 13.5% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 15.2% | 3.2% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 2.6% | -1.6% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.6% | 15.2% | -1.4% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.1% | 31.8% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -2.0% |
| Other | 6% | 3.2% | -2.8% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Chinese | 1% | 4.3% | 3.3% | 0.7% | 3.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 90.6% | 87.7% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 6.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2% | -1.1% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 74.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 74.7% | -11.9% | 83.2% | -8.5% |
| European Union | 8.4% | 18.1% | 9.7% | 6.1% | 12.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 4% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 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 | 86.1% | 75.1% | -11.0% | 83.2% | -8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 4.2% | 19.8% | 15.6% | 9.8% | 10.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 1.3% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.9% | 76.7% | -9.8% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 10.8% | 0.6% | 10.2% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 12.6% | 13.5% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.1% | 37.2% | 1.9% |
| Christian | 39.6% | 46.2% | -6.6% |
| Muslim | 13.5% | 6.5% | 7.0% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Southbank Road was 151.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 230.9% higher than the Birkdale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Southbank Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 108 local areas in Birkdale and the 138th highest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 66.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Southbank Road, Southport, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2025-11-07 | £292,158 |
| 6 Southbank Road, Southport, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2022-09-02 | £313,756 |
| 6 Southbank Road, Southport, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2020-12-17 | £263,840 |
| 10 Southbank Road, Southport, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2020-06-30 | £233,519 |
| 10 Southbank Road, Southport, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £97,500 | 2019-07-23 | £136,575 |
PR8 6QJ 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 | 128 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Looking after home or family | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| 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 | 3out of 4 | 4,055 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linaker Primary School Sefton Street , PR8 5DB | 2out of 4 | 434 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Linaker Primary School Sefton Street , PR8 5DB | - not rated | 449 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip's Church of England Primary School Hampton Road , PR8 6SS | 3out of 4 | 579 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School Manchester Road , PR9 9AZ | - not rated | 1,091 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Southport Manchester Road , PR9 9AZ | 3out of 4 | 1,091 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,771 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meols Cop High School Meols Cop Road , PR8 6JS | - not rated | 1,898 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meols Cop High School Meols Cop Road , PR8 6JS | 3out of 4 | 1,898 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenbank High School Hastings Road , PR8 2LT | - not rated | 2,989 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Greenbank High School Hastings Road , PR8 2LT | 3out of 4 | 2,989 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southport Education Group Mornington Road , PR9 0TT | - not rated | 892 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King George V College Scarisbrick New Road , PR8 6LR | - not rated | 1,642 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 , Southport PR9 0TZ | - not rated | 809 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mellowfield School 27 Church Street , PR9 0QT | - not rated | 952 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunnymede School 4 Westcliffe Road , Birkdale PR8 2BN | - not rated | 1,246 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswood School 26 Westcliffe Road , PR8 2BU | - not rated | 1,465 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Educ8 Southport 197a Sussex Road , PR8 6DG | - not rated | 1,751 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shakespeare Cafe | 38 Shakespeare Street | 188 yd | |
| The Learning Rooms Southport | Portland Chambers, 55 Portland Street | 245 yd | |
| Level Up Gyms | 30a Virginia Street | 275 yd | |
| Salvation Army | 65 Shakespeare Street | 319 yd | |
| Pasha Restaurant | 133-135 Eastbank Street | 344 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beer Den | 65/67A Duke Street | 450 yd | |
| Shot & Chaser | 17 Wesley Street | 604 yd | |
| Les Dodd Snooker Centre | 9-11 Princes Street | 626 yd | |
| The Sporting Jester | 57-59 Eastbank Street | 646 yd | |
| Purple Rain Lounge | Forge Brasserie, Queen Anne Street | 680 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gannets Takeaway Ltd | 177 Eastbank Street | 163 yd | |
| Marmaris Kebab, Burger & Pizzas | 167 Eastbank Street | 183 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | 36 Shakespeare Street | 185 yd | |
| Roberts Sandwich Bar | 163 Eastbank Street | 198 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 1 2-18 Virginia Street | 217 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 1-3 St James Place, 21 St James Street | 55 yd | |
| Lidl | 21 Virginia Street | 238 yd | |
| B&M Retail Ltd | 2 Central 12 Retail Park, Derby Road | 542 yd | |
| Tesco | 42-46 Eastbank Street | 551 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda, Central 12 Retail Park, Derby Road | 637 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Body Pulse Fitness - Warehouse Gym UNIT 3 REAR OF 30 UNIT 3 REAR OF 30 VIRGINIA STREET | health and fitness suite | 275 yd |
| Workouts Family Fitness Centre (Closed) Cemetery Road | health and fitness suite | 612 yd |
| Everlast Fitness Club (Southport) 34-36 34-36 TULKETH STREET | health and fitness suite | 701 yd |
| The Vincent Hotel LORD STREET | health and fitness suite | 824 yd |
| Southport College Sports Centre MORNINGTON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 846 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Southport) GARRICK PARADE GARRICK PARADE LORD STREET | health and fitness suite | 964 yd |
| Spindles Health & Leisure (Southport) LORD STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 974 yd |
| Royal Clifton Health Club 1-9 1-9 PROMENADE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,021 yd |
| St Teresa Cms Club Upper Aughton Road | 1,030 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 25.0% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 94.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.97 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.97 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.85 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.