Property Statistics for Childwall, Liverpool
Data last updated: April 2026
Childwall's most famous resident was Beatle John Lennon, who lived at Mendips on Menlove Avenue during his childhood, now preserved as a National Trust property. For potential landlords, this established Liverpool suburb presents a mixed investment picture with properties averaging £344,743 and a very low crime rate of just 36 incidents per 1,000 residents serving a population of 15,039. While recent price performance shows short-term declines of 0.6% over one year and 1.8% over three years, the five-year growth of 15.3% demonstrates longer-term stability. The area operates as a seller's market with 12 monthly sales and properties taking an average of 117 days to sell. Housing stock is predominantly semi-detached properties at 64.7%, with detached homes comprising 16% and terraced properties 10.7%. The rental market represents just 11.2% of the housing stock, indicating limited rental supply, while 44.6% of properties are owned outright and 38.3% with mortgages. With average household incomes of £50,200, 40% of residents holding degrees, and 1.3 vehicles per household, Childwall attracts an established demographic in this relatively affluent area.
£349,651.20
Average sale price across all property types in the area, based on recent transactions.
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£ per week
Average monthly asking rent for properties listed in the area. Calculated as weekly rent multiplied by four.
N/A
Gross rental yield — annual rent as a percentage of property value. Higher yields mean better returns for landlords.
2.00%
Annual change in average property value.
0.50%
Cumulative change over three years.
18.70%
Cumulative change over five years.
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Monthly Sales in Childwall
Average Property Price in Childwall
Monthly average sale price across all postcodes
Latest 12 Months
Area Composition
Average Mortgage Rates
As of Feb 2026
2 Year Fixed Rate
3.97%
3 Year Fixed Rate
3.94%
Variable Rate
6.59%
Average Household Income in Childwall
£50,200
Per year, averaged across postcodes
Estimated average gross household income from ONS modelled data. Indicates the spending power and affordability profile of local tenants.
Crime Statistics in Childwall
Very low crime
Overall crime rating based on police-recorded crime data from the last 12 months, compared to the national average. Rated from Very low to Very high.
36 crimes per 1,000 residents
Total recorded crimes in the last 12 months divided by the local population, multiplied by 1,000. Lower is better.
Nearby Schools in Childwall
State and independent schools in the local postcode area, with links to their latest Ofsted reports where available.
Demographics in Childwall
Population profile across postcodes
Deprivation Index
16/100
Percentile rank from the English Indices of Multiple Deprivation. Higher is better — 100 means the area is among the least deprived nationally, 1 means among the most deprived.
Health Index
52/100
Percentile rank based on the health deprivation domain. Higher means a healthier local population with lower rates of premature death and disability.
With Degree
40%
Percentage of local residents holding a degree-level qualification or above, from Census data. Indicates the area's professional tenant base.
Vehicles / Household
1.3
Average number of cars or vans per household, from Census data. Indicates parking demand and general affluence of the area.
Sales Demand in Childwall
Based on the ratio of properties for sale to monthly transactions. A seller's market means properties sell quickly. A buyer's market means more negotiating power for purchasers.
L16
Seller's market
Avg. 127 days on market
47 properties for sale
Population in Childwall
Estimated population figures from ONS data. Higher population density typically means stronger rental demand.
Population
15,039
Households
5,670
Density
11,001 /km²
Price Growth Forecast in Childwall
Projected average property price based on historical trends. Future values are forecasts and not guaranteed.
Property Types in Childwall
Breakdown of residential property types from Census data. Shows the housing stock composition in the area.
Tenure Types in Childwall
How residents occupy their homes, from Census data. Private rented percentage indicates the existing rental market size.
Area Information - Childwall
Childwall is a leafy suburb of Liverpool, renowned for its historic charm and community spirit. The area is home to the Grade I listed Childwall Abbey, dating back to the medieval period, and features several other notable churches. With excellent schools and a variety of local amenities, Childwall is a favored residential area for families and professionals seeking a blend of urban convenience and suburban tranquility.
Maps - Childwall
Interactive map showing the location of Childwall
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