Elswick Road is in Southport and in Sefton district. PR9 9NY is located in the Cambridge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southport. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elswick Road, Southport, PR9 9NY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PR9 9PL, PR9 9NX, PR9 9XN, PR9 9XW, PR9 9PH, PR9 9XT, PR9 9XE, PR9 9XQ, PR9 9NU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PR9 9NY 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 | 56.4% | 51.8% | -4.6% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 43.6% | 48.2% | 4.6% | 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 | 30.4% | 37.1% | 6.7% | 37.9% | -0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.8% | 35.1% | 6.3% | 44.2% | -9.1% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 0.5% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 25.1% | 16.5% | -8.6% | 9.1% | 7.4% |
| Widowed | 13.6% | 10.8% | -2.8% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (59.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.7% | 32% | -2.7% | 48.4% | -16.4% |
| Good health | 28% | 27.9% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 22.7% | 22.8% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 10.1% |
| Bad health | 11.6% | 12.8% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 8.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 4.6% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 3.4% |
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.
In the area around PR9 9NY this area, 28.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.3% | 28.4% | -10.9% | 18.2% | 10.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.9% | 10.8% | 1.9% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 19.6% | 2.3% | 13.4% | 6.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 4.1% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 11.9% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.8% | 22.2% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 6.8% | 3.1% | -3.7% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.9% 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% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.7% | 1.8% | -0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 95.6% | 90.9% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 9.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 90.9% 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 | 95.6% | 90.9% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 4.1% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 90.9% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.2% | 8.2% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.5% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.4% | 76.7% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 3.6% | 1.3% | 2.3% |
| No passport held | 20% | 13.5% | 6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.7% | 37.2% | -2.5% |
| Christian | 60.7% | 46.2% | 14.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elswick Road was 68.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.3% lower than the Cambridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elswick Road has the 39th highest crime rate of 100 local areas in Cambridge and the 346th highest crime rate of 929 local areas in Sefton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53 Elswick Road, Southport, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2023-07-31 | £172,204 |
| 51 Elswick Road, Southport, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-04-22 | £182,881 |
| 51 Elswick Road, Southport, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2022-02-25 | £168,776 |
| 51 Elswick Road, Southport, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £119,000 | 2018-09-13 | £170,746 |
| 49 Elswick Road, Southport, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2018-07-20 | £198,724 |
PR9 9NY 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.
| Retired | 55 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Administrative and support service 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 | 1,133 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marshside Primary School Elswick Road , Marshside PR9 9XA | 3out of 4 | 174 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Larkfield Primary School Preston New Road , PR9 8PA | 3out of 4 | 1,141 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Radnor Drive , Churchtown PR9 9RR | 4out of 4 | 1,252 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Churchtown Primary School St Cuthbert's Road , Churchtown PR9 7NN | 3out of 4 | 1,543 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Primary School Rufford Road , Crossens PR9 8JH | 3out of 4 | 1,749 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 1out of 4 | 504 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meols Cop High School Meols Cop Road , PR8 6JS | 4out of 4 | 4,203 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 | 3,558 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 | 4out of 4 | 1,030 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 | 1,063 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arden College 40 Derby Road , PR9 0TZ | - not rated | 3,609 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nostalgia Tea Rooms | 215-217 Lord Street | 71 yd | |
| Hibs Coffee House | Unit 7a Slaidburn Crescent | 599 yd | |
| Langdons of Southport | 169 Preston New Road | 997 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fleetwood Hesketh Sports & Soc | Fleetwood Hesketh Social Club, Fylde Road | 413 yd | |
| The Marsh Harrier | Fylde Road | 569 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straits Kitchen | 101 Lytham Road | 499 yd | |
| Fylde Fish Bar | 117 Fylde Road | 569 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 117 Fylde Road | 569 yd | |
| Fylde Road Pharmacy | 117 Fylde Road | 569 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 115 Marshside Road | 684 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fleetwood Hesketh Sports Club FYLDE ROAD | grass pitches | 359 yd |
| Stanley High School FLEETWOOD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches | 532 yd |
| Marshside Health Club And Swims'Cool' UNIT 7 UNIT 7 SLAIDBURN CRESCENT | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 688 yd |
| Preston New Road Recreation Ground LARKFIELD LANE | grass pitches | 898 yd |
| Peterhouse School PRESTON NEW ROAD | 948 yd | |
| Presfield School PRESTON NEW ROAD | 984 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.