Property Statistics for Kensington, Liverpool
Data last updated: May 2026
Kensington sits adjacent to Liverpool's city centre and includes part of the historic Edge Hill area, home to one of the world's first passenger railway stations dating from 1830. For landlords, the area presents a mixed investment picture with properties averaging £147,649 and generating rental yields of 5.2% at average rents of £590 monthly. The substantial rental sector, comprising 39.8% of housing stock, reflects strong underlying demand from the area's 17,934 residents, though current market conditions favour tenants with rental properties taking an average 228 days to let. Property sales move more quickly at 127 days, supported by 6.1% annual price growth and consistent longer-term appreciation of 10.1% over five years. The housing mix is diverse, with terraced homes (30.2%) and purpose-built flats (30.0%) dominating, serving a population where 30% hold degrees and average household income stands at £30,600. Crime levels sit at 179 incidents per 1,000 residents, rating as average for the region, while the area's urban density of 16,032 people per km² and deprivation index of 28/100 indicate ongoing regeneration challenges that potential investors should factor into their calculations.
£155,165.40
Average sale price across all property types in the area, based on recent transactions.
£599.20
£149.80 per week
Average monthly asking rent for properties listed in the area. Calculated as weekly rent multiplied by four.
5.00%
Gross rental yield — annual rent as a percentage of property value. Higher yields mean better returns for landlords.
4.30%
Annual change in average property value.
7.40%
Cumulative change over three years.
9.50%
Cumulative change over five years.
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Monthly Sales in Kensington
Average Monthly Rent in Kensington
Monthly average rent across all postcodes
Average Property Price in Kensington
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 Kensington
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.
L7
Tenant's market
Avg. 210 days on market
Average number of days a rental property is listed before being let.
173 properties for rent
Total rental listings currently available in this postcode.
Average Household Income in Kensington
£30,600
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 Kensington
Average 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.
179 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 Kensington
State and independent schools in the local postcode area, with links to their latest Ofsted reports where available.
Demographics in Kensington
Population profile across postcodes
Deprivation Index
28/100
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
30%
Percentage of local residents holding a degree-level qualification or above, from Census data. Indicates the area's professional tenant base.
Vehicles / Household
0.6
Average number of cars or vans per household, from Census data. Indicates parking demand and general affluence of the area.
Sales Demand in Kensington
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.
L7
Seller's market
Avg. 127 days on market
52 properties for sale
Population in Kensington
Estimated population figures from ONS data. Higher population density typically means stronger rental demand.
Population
17,934
Households
7,723
Density
16,032 /km²
Price Growth Forecast in Kensington
Projected average property price based on historical trends. Future values are forecasts and not guaranteed.
HMO Room Rents in Kensington
Average weekly rent per room in Houses of Multiple Occupation. Based on advertised room listings in the area.
Double Shared Bath
£113/week
Typical range: £98 - £133
47 listings analysed
Property Types in Kensington
Breakdown of residential property types from Census data. Shows the housing stock composition in the area.
Tenure Types in Kensington
How residents occupy their homes, from Census data. Private rented percentage indicates the existing rental market size.
Area Information - Kensington
Kensington, a bustling district just east of Liverpool city center, offers a vibrant mix of multiculturalism and urban convenience. Known for its diverse population and array of international restaurants and shops, Kensington is a hub of activity. The area benefits from excellent transport links and affordable housing, attracting students and young professionals. Its proximity to universities and the city center adds to its appeal.
Maps - Kensington
Interactive map showing the location of Kensington
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