Property Statistics for Dovecot, Liverpool
Data last updated: April 2026
Located near the historic Prescot area where Shakespeare's plays were once performed at the Prescot Playhouse in the 16th century, Dovecot presents a mixed picture for potential landlords with properties averaging £203,449 and showing strong five-year growth of 17.40%, though recent performance has been more challenging with a 3.90% decline over the past year. The area maintains a seller's market with 20 monthly sales and properties typically selling within 98 days, while the rental sector remains relatively small at just 14.7% of the housing stock, suggesting limited competition but potentially constrained tenant demand. Semi-detached properties dominate at 46.2% of housing, followed by terraced homes at 28.3%, serving a population of 25,822 across 10,893 households with an average income of £36,700. The area benefits from low crime rates at 111 incidents per 1,000 residents, though the deprivation index of 25/100 indicates some socioeconomic challenges, with 27% of residents holding degrees and an average of one vehicle per household, reflecting the suburban character of this Liverpool district.
£198,100.80
Average sale price across all property types in the area, based on recent transactions.
£864.40
£216.10 per week
Average monthly asking rent for properties listed in the area. Calculated as weekly rent multiplied by four.
5.70%
Gross rental yield — annual rent as a percentage of property value. Higher yields mean better returns for landlords.
-4.90%
Annual change in average property value.
2.30%
Cumulative change over three years.
14.80%
Cumulative change over five years.
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Monthly Sales in Dovecot
Average Monthly Rent in Dovecot
Monthly average rent across all postcodes
Average Property Price in Dovecot
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 Dovecot
£36,700
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 Dovecot
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.
111 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 Dovecot
State and independent schools in the local postcode area, with links to their latest Ofsted reports where available.
Demographics in Dovecot
Population profile across postcodes
Deprivation Index
25/100
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
48/100
Percentile rank based on the health deprivation domain. Higher means a healthier local population with lower rates of premature death and disability.
With Degree
27%
Percentage of local residents holding a degree-level qualification or above, from Census data. Indicates the area's professional tenant base.
Vehicles / Household
1.0
Average number of cars or vans per household, from Census data. Indicates parking demand and general affluence of the area.
Sales Demand in Dovecot
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.
L14
Seller's market
Avg. 113 days on market
68 properties for sale
Population in Dovecot
Estimated population figures from ONS data. Higher population density typically means stronger rental demand.
Population
25,822
Households
10,893
Density
13,566 /km²
Price Growth Forecast in Dovecot
Projected average property price based on historical trends. Future values are forecasts and not guaranteed.
Property Types in Dovecot
Breakdown of residential property types from Census data. Shows the housing stock composition in the area.
Tenure Types in Dovecot
How residents occupy their homes, from Census data. Private rented percentage indicates the existing rental market size.
Area Information - Dovecot
Dovecot, located in Liverpool, is a residential suburb known for its affordability and strong community spirit. The area features a blend of traditional terraced houses and post-war estates, catering to families and first-time buyers. Local parks, schools, and shopping facilities enhance its residential appeal. Dovecot remains well-connected to the broader Liverpool area, offering easy access to the city center and surrounding amenities.
Maps - Dovecot
Interactive map showing the location of Dovecot
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