District signage erected by Liverpool City Council in 2005 did not include Belle Vale as a distinct district leaving the area in somewhat of a quandary. Signs were put up on Childwall Valley Road saying "Gateacre" (southbound towards the shopping centre and Netherley) and "Childwall" (northbound towards Childwall). The centre of Belle Vale effectively falls within the area identified as "Gateacre" by the signs, with "Childwall" deemed to begin north of a new school and health centre. The area's identity as Belle Vale is recognised by the names of various local amenities including the health centre, shopping centre, police station and fire station.