Property Statistics for City Centre, Liverpool
Data last updated: May 2026
Liverpool's city centre, home to the iconic Cavern Club where The Beatles first gained fame, presents a challenging landscape for property investors despite some attractive fundamentals. With an average property price of £164,766 and monthly rents of £818, the area delivers a gross rental yield of 6.53%, though significant price declines of 28.60% over one year and 31.67% over three years reflect market pressures. The rental market shows balanced demand with properties taking an average of 102 days to let, while sales face a buyer's market with properties remaining on the market for 1,521 days. The area's 7,091 residents live at high density (17,257 per km²), with 56.7% renting privately and purpose-built flats comprising 52.6% of housing stock. However, prospective landlords must consider the very high crime rate of 1,455 crimes per 1,000 residents and the area's deprivation index score of 18/100, though the population is well-educated with 48% holding degrees and average household income of £40,300.
£156,815.00
Average sale price across all property types in the area, based on recent transactions.
£848.13
£212.03 per week
Average monthly asking rent for properties listed in the area. Calculated as weekly rent multiplied by four.
7.07%
Gross rental yield — annual rent as a percentage of property value. Higher yields mean better returns for landlords.
-25.93%
Annual change in average property value.
-29.93%
Cumulative change over three years.
-8.40%
Cumulative change over five years.
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Monthly Sales in City Centre
Average Monthly Rent in City Centre
Monthly average rent across all postcodes
Average Property Price in City Centre
Monthly average sale price across all postcodes
Latest 12 Months
Area Composition
Average Mortgage Rates
As of Mar 2026
2 Year Fixed Rate
4.45%
3 Year Fixed Rate
4.37%
Variable Rate
6.60%
Rental Demand in City Centre
Based on the ratio of available rental properties to monthly lettings. A landlord's market means properties let quickly with high demand. A tenant's market means more choice for renters and longer void periods.
L1
Balanced market
Avg. 97 days on market
Average number of days a rental property is listed before being let.
276 properties for rent
Total rental listings currently available in this postcode.
L2
Landlord's market
Avg. 57 days on market
Average number of days a rental property is listed before being let.
63 properties for rent
Total rental listings currently available in this postcode.
L3
Tenant's market
Avg. 182 days on market
Average number of days a rental property is listed before being let.
113 properties for rent
Total rental listings currently available in this postcode.
Average Household Income in City Centre
£41,333
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 City Centre
Very high 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.
1,455 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.
By Postcode
Nearby Schools in City Centre
State and independent schools in the local postcode area, with links to their latest Ofsted reports where available.
Demographics in City Centre
Population profile across postcodes
Deprivation Index
18/100
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
53/100
Percentile rank based on the health deprivation domain. Higher means a healthier local population with lower rates of premature death and disability.
With Degree
48%
Percentage of local residents holding a degree-level qualification or above, from Census data. Indicates the area's professional tenant base.
Vehicles / Household
0.5
Average number of cars or vans per household, from Census data. Indicates parking demand and general affluence of the area.
Sales Demand in City Centre
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.
L1
Buyer's market
Avg. 1521 days on market
611 properties for sale
L2
Buyer's market
Avg. 1521 days on market
159 properties for sale
L3
Buyer's market
Avg. 1014 days on market
555 properties for sale
Population in City Centre
Estimated population figures from ONS data. Higher population density typically means stronger rental demand.
Population
7,091
Households
3,817
Density
17,257 /km²
Price Growth Forecast in City Centre
Projected average property price based on historical trends. Future values are forecasts and not guaranteed.
Property Types in City Centre
Breakdown of residential property types from Census data. Shows the housing stock composition in the area.
Tenure Types in City Centre
How residents occupy their homes, from Census data. Private rented percentage indicates the existing rental market size.
Area Information - City Centre
Liverpool, a dynamic city in Northwest England, is renowned for its rich maritime heritage, vibrant cultural scene, and iconic waterfront along the River Mersey. Famous as the birthplace of The Beatles, it boasts numerous historic landmarks, museums, and galleries. Liverpool's spirited atmosphere is enhanced by its passionate football culture, diverse population, and bustling nightlife, making it a captivating destination for residents and tourists alike.
Maps - City Centre
Interactive map showing the location of City Centre
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