Property Statistics for Toxteth, Liverpool
Data last updated: April 2026
This densely populated Liverpool district, home to the famous Cavern Pub where The Beatles performed in their early years, presents landlords with a 5.90% gross rental yield on an average property price of £174,028. With 30% of homes privately rented and average monthly rents of £793, the area shows balanced rental demand though properties take an average of 88 days to let. The buyer's market conditions are evident from extended sales periods of 380 days and recent price declines of 8.2% over one year and 10.1% over three years, though five-year growth remains positive at 19.8%. Purpose-built flats dominate at 30% of housing stock, followed by terraced properties at 29.8%, serving a population of 32,039 across 15,862 households with a density of 20,538 per km². The area has a deprivation index of 29/100, average household income of £32,500, and maintains low crime rates at 138 incidents per 1,000 residents, while 36% of residents hold degrees and vehicle ownership averages 0.6 per household.
£169,615.30
Average sale price across all property types in the area, based on recent transactions.
£782.80
£195.70 per week
Average monthly asking rent for properties listed in the area. Calculated as weekly rent multiplied by four.
6.00%
Gross rental yield — annual rent as a percentage of property value. Higher yields mean better returns for landlords.
-4.10%
Annual change in average property value.
-8.10%
Cumulative change over three years.
22.40%
Cumulative change over five years.
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Monthly Sales in Toxteth
Average Monthly Rent in Toxteth
Monthly average rent across all postcodes
Average Property Price in Toxteth
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%
Rental Demand in Toxteth
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.
L8
Balanced market
Avg. 86 days on market
Average number of days a rental property is listed before being let.
233 properties for rent
Total rental listings currently available in this postcode.
Average Household Income in Toxteth
£32,500
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 Toxteth
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.
138 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 Toxteth
State and independent schools in the local postcode area, with links to their latest Ofsted reports where available.
Demographics in Toxteth
Population profile across postcodes
Deprivation Index
29/100
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
47/100
Percentile rank based on the health deprivation domain. Higher means a healthier local population with lower rates of premature death and disability.
With Degree
36%
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 Toxteth
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.
L8
Buyer's market
Avg. 380 days on market
243 properties for sale
Population in Toxteth
Estimated population figures from ONS data. Higher population density typically means stronger rental demand.
Population
32,039
Households
15,862
Density
20,538 /km²
Price Growth Forecast in Toxteth
Projected average property price based on historical trends. Future values are forecasts and not guaranteed.
HMO Room Rents in Toxteth
Average weekly rent per room in Houses of Multiple Occupation. Based on advertised room listings in the area.
Double Shared Bath
£116/week
Typical range: £98 - £147
24 listings analysed
Property Types in Toxteth
Breakdown of residential property types from Census data. Shows the housing stock composition in the area.
Tenure Types in Toxteth
How residents occupy their homes, from Census data. Private rented percentage indicates the existing rental market size.
Area Information - Toxteth
Toxteth, a historic district in Liverpool, is a melting pot of cultures, known for its vibrant community and rich heritage. The area features a mix of architectural styles, from Victorian terraces to modern developments. Toxteth is revitalized by community initiatives and local arts, with amenities like Princes Park adding greenery. This lively neighborhood boasts strong transport links and a growing local economy.
Maps - Toxteth
Interactive map showing the location of Toxteth
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