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Location in MerseysideAnfield sits where the marker shows within the county.

40,041
Population
18,612
Households
1 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£34,541
Avg. household income
842
Businesses
5,789
People per km²
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About Anfield

Anfield is a well-known area in the city of Liverpool, within the county of Merseyside, England. It is most famous for being the home of Liverpool Football Club, one of the most successful clubs in English football history. The stadium, Anfield, has been the club’s home since 1892 and is a significant landmark for fans around the world. The surrounding area is residential, with a mix of housing and local amenities. The postcode area L4 7 covers parts of Anfield and nearby districts, and is part of the broader Liverpool postal system. The area has a strong sense of community and is closely tied to the city’s football culture. It is easily accessible by public transport, with several bus routes and nearby train stations serving the locality.

School Ratings in Anfield

There are 343 schools in and around Anfield. St Francis de Sales Catholic Junior School and Florence Melly Community Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Anfield

The average property price is £103K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £88K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Anfield

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Anfield, with 134 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Anfield

Anfield falls within the more deprived areas of England, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment deprivation is higher than average, with a larger share of working-age residents out of work. Household incomes are below the national average, with a higher proportion of residents on low earnings.

Healthcare in Anfield

There are 137 GP surgeries within three miles of Anfield, the nearest being Townsend Medical Centre (0.4 miles away).

Local Data for Anfield

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Property Prices 5,620 sales

Average Price £103K
£250 , £13.98M
Detached £181K 38
Semi £135K 641
Terraced £88K 4,421
Flat £76K 177

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

182 Primary
42 Secondary
119 Other
Outstanding 3
Good 7
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the L4 postcode area.

Pinehurst Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Pinehurst Primary School Primary 0.2 miles St Matthew's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Roscoe Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.6 miles Florence Melly Community Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.7 miles Anfield Road Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Tuebrook & West Derby Children's Centre Outstanding 0.7 miles St. Margaret's Anfield Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Clubmoor & Ellergreen Children's Centre Good 0.8 miles Anfield Children's Centre Good 0.8 miles All Saints' Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Broad Square Community Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles

Household Income in Anfield ONS 2023

The average total household income in Anfield is approximately £34,541 a year before tax, 38% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £27,652. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Anfield £34,541
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £27,652.

Businesses in Anfield ONS 2025

There are approximately 842 active businesses based in Anfield, around 21 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 9 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

842 Total businesses
21 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Anfield IMD 2025

Anfield falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.

Overall Deprivation
1/10
Income
1/10
Employment
1/10
Education
2/10
Health
1/10
Housing
9/10
Living Environment
3/10
Children 0-15 20%
Working age 65%
Older 65+ 15%
7,928 Children (0-15) 20%
25,832 Working Age 65%
6,284 Older (65+) 16%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 70.6% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 43.1% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Anfield 1,465 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Anfield sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 588
Shoplifting 134
Public Order 130
Drugs 124
Anti-Social Behaviour 114
Criminal Damage & Arson 110
Other Theft 66
Vehicle Crime 58
Other Crime 52
Burglary 30
Robbery 22
Weapons 16
Bicycle Theft 15
Theft from Person 6
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Rice Lane Train Station 1.7 miles
Walton (Merseyside) Train Station 1.8 miles
Kirkdale Train Station 1.8 miles
Bank Hall Train Station 1.9 miles
Edge Hill Train Station 1.9 miles
Orrell Park Train Station 2.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Clubmoor 0.6 miles Walton 0.9 miles Tuebrook 0.9 miles West Derby 1.2 miles Fairfield 1.2 miles Liverpool 1.2 miles Everton 1.4 miles Norris Green 1.4 miles Kensington 1.4 miles Stoneycroft 1.8 miles Old Swan 1.8 miles Dog & Gun 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Liverpool
Ward Anfield
Constituency Liverpool, Walton
Parish Liverpool, unparished area
Region North West

Home Ownership in Anfield

Of the 18,070 households in and around Anfield, 41% are owned, 31% are socially rented and 28% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 41% Social rented 31% Private rented 28%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Anfield.

Frequently Asked Questions about Anfield

What is the population of Anfield?
Anfield has a population of approximately 40,041 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Anfield?
The average property in and around Anfield sold for about £102,856, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 71% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Anfield a deprived area?
Anfield sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 1 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Anfield?
Anfield is covered by the L4 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Anfield?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Anfield, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Anfield?
The nearest railway station to Anfield is Rice Lane Train Station, about 1.7 miles away.

Streets in L4 30 shown View all streets

Abingdon Grove 3 Abingdon Road 2 Aldams Grove 2 Alderville Road 2 Alfonso Road 2 Alleyne Road 1 Alroy Road 1 Alvina Lane 1 Andrew Street 2 Anfield Road 7 Appleton Road 1 Archer Close 1 Archer Street 1 Ardrossan Road 2 Argyle Road 1 Arkles Lane 1 Arkles Road 1 Armley Road 4 Arnot Street 2 Arundel Street 1 Askew Street 1 Astor Street 2 Atheldene Road 3 Attwood Street 3 Avon Close 1 Ayr Road 2 Ayrshire Road 3 Back Rockfield Road 2 Back Westminster Road 1 Bala Street 1

Postcodes in L4 50 shown View all postcodes

L4 0RA L4 0RB L4 0RD L4 0RE L4 0RF L4 0RG L4 0RH L4 0RJ L4 0RN L4 0RP L4 0RQ L4 0RR L4 0RS L4 0RT L4 0RU L4 0RW L4 0RX L4 0RY L4 0RZ L4 0SA L4 0SB L4 0SD L4 0SE L4 0SF L4 0SH L4 0SJ L4 0SL L4 0SR L4 0SS L4 0ST L4 0SU L4 0SX L4 0SY L4 0SZ L4 0TA L4 0TB L4 0TD L4 0TE L4 0TF L4 0TH L4 0TJ L4 0TL L4 0TN L4 0TP L4 0TQ L4 0TR L4 0TS L4 0TT L4 0TY L4 0TZ