Property Statistics for Knotty Ash, Liverpool
Data last updated: October 2026
Best known locally as the home of Ken Dodd, the late comedian who was born and lived in Knotty Ash throughout his life, this east Liverpool suburb has quietly built a solid case for buy-to-let investment. Average property prices sit at £198,139, with a gross rental yield of 6.3% and average monthly rents of £956. Price growth has been steady, with 5.3% over the past year and a notable 20.8% over five years, suggesting consistent demand rather than speculative spikes. The market currently favours sellers, with around 14 sales per month, though average days on market of 132 indicates buyers take their time. The housing stock is predominantly semi-detached at 46.2%, with only 14.7% privately rented, meaning landlord competition remains relatively low. Crime is rated low, average household income stands at £36,700, and the deprivation index of 25 out of 100 reflects a mixed but functioning local economy — a stable environment for a long-term rental investment.
£198,139.10
Average sale price across all property types in the area, based on recent transactions.
£956.40
£239.10 per week
Average monthly asking rent for properties listed in the area. Calculated as weekly rent multiplied by four.
6.30%
Gross rental yield — annual rent as a percentage of property value. Higher yields mean better returns for landlords.
5.30%
Annual change in average property value.
4.80%
Cumulative change over three years.
20.80%
Cumulative change over five years.
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Monthly Sales in Knotty Ash
Average Monthly Rent in Knotty Ash
Monthly average rent across all postcodes
Average Property Price in Knotty Ash
Monthly average sale price across all postcodes
Latest 12 Months
Area Composition
Average Mortgage Rates
As of Oct 2026
2 Year Fixed Rate
5.39%
3 Year Fixed Rate
5.18%
Variable Rate
6.58%
Average Household Income in Knotty Ash
£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 Knotty Ash
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 Knotty Ash
State and independent schools in the local postcode area, with links to their latest Ofsted reports where available.
Demographics in Knotty Ash
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 Knotty Ash
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. 132 days on market
62 properties for sale
Population in Knotty Ash
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 Knotty Ash
Projected average property price based on historical trends. Future values are forecasts and not guaranteed.
Property Types in Knotty Ash
Breakdown of residential property types from Census data. Shows the housing stock composition in the area.
Tenure Types in Knotty Ash
How residents occupy their homes, from Census data. Private rented percentage indicates the existing rental market size.
Area Information - Knotty Ash
Knotty Ash, famous for its association with comedian Ken Dodd, is a charming suburb of Liverpool, known for its community spirit and leafy streets. It boasts a mix of residential homes, local shops, and parks, making it ideal for families. The area's quiet ambiance is complemented by good schools and excellent transport links, ensuring convenience while maintaining a peaceful residential character.
Maps - Knotty Ash
Interactive map showing the location of Knotty Ash
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