Three Pools is in Southport and in Sefton district. PR9 8RA is located in the Meols electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southport. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Three Pools, Southport, PR9 8RA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR9 8LD, PR9 8LB, PR9 8JY, PR9 8LE, PR9 8RJ, PR9 8LF, PR9 8LX, PR9 8LQ, PR9 8LG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR9 8RA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% | 51% | -2.6% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 46.4% | 49% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 30.5% | 33.8% | 3.3% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.7% | 41.7% | -10.0% | 44.2% | -2.5% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 13.6% | 6.4% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 8.6% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 41.9% | 48.2% | 6.3% | 48.4% | -0.2% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 30.4% | -7.7% | 33.6% | -3.2% |
| Fair health | 14% | 13.6% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 6.8% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 22.3% | 12.5% | -9.8% | 18.2% | -5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 12.5% | -4.6% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.9% | 16.5% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 6.9% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 22.4% | 10.4% | 16.9% | 5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 26.7% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -7.1% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2.3% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 99.2% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 98.2% | 95.8% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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 | 98.2% | 96.1% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.1% | 76.7% | 3.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 17.5% | 13.5% | 4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.8% | 37.2% | 2.6% |
| Christian | 54.2% | 46.2% | 8.0% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Three Pools was 132.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.0% higher than the Cambridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Three Pools has the 22nd highest crime rate of 99 local areas in Cambridge and the 171st highest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 74.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 27.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Three Pools, Southport, Merseyside Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £177,500 | 2026-03-26 | £177,500 |
| 23 Three Pools, Southport, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2024-07-05 | £203,949 |
| 9 Three Pools, Southport, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2024-03-22 | £219,916 |
| 22 Three Pools, Southport, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2023-06-28 | £214,834 |
| 7 Three Pools, Southport, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2021-04-23 | £209,408 |
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,022 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Church of England Primary School Rufford Road , Crossens PR9 8JH | 3out of 4 | 916 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Larkfield Primary School Preston New Road , PR9 8PA | 3out of 4 | 1,004 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchtown Primary School St Cuthbert's Road , Churchtown PR9 7NN | 3out of 4 | 1,187 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchtown Primary School St Cuthbert's Road , Churchtown PR9 7NN | - not rated | 1,187 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Radnor Drive , Churchtown PR9 9RR | 3out of 4 | 1,491 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanley High School Fleetwood Road , PR9 9TF | - not rated | 1,913 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley High School Fleetwood Road , PR9 9TF | - not rated | 1,913 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meols Cop High School Meols Cop Road , PR8 6JS | - not rated | 3,949 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meols Cop High School Meols Cop Road , PR8 6JS | 3out of 4 | 3,949 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 | 4,230 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King George V College Scarisbrick New Road , PR8 6LR | - not rated | 4,347 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peterhouse School Preston New Road , Churchtown PR9 8PA | 2out of 4 | 972 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Presfield High School and Specialist College Preston New Road , Churchtown PR9 8PA | 3out of 4 | 994 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tower Dene Preparatory School 59-76 Cambridge Road , PR9 9RH | - not rated | 1,960 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Educ8 Southport 197a Sussex Road , PR8 6DG | - not rated | 3,591 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mellowfield School 27 Church Street , PR9 0QT | - not rated | 4,101 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crossens Methodist Church and St Johns C of E | Crossens Methodist Church, Rufford Road | 515 yd | |
| Langdons of Southport | 169 Preston New Road | 739 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beer Den | 125 Rufford Road | 479 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aziz Curries | 131 Rufford Road | 496 yd | |
| Sea Palace | 127 Rufford Road | 548 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crossens Recreation Ground RIDGE CLOSE | grass pitches | 599 yd |
| Bankfield Lane BANKFIELD LANE | grass pitches | 749 yd |
| Preston New Road Recreation Ground LARKFIELD LANE | grass pitches | 851 yd |
| Peterhouse School PRESTON NEW ROAD | 972 yd | |
| Presfield School PRESTON NEW ROAD | 995 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 | 38.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 34.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 53.42 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 53.42 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.17 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.