Property Statistics for West Derby, Liverpool
Data last updated: July 2026
Once home to a medieval deer park belonging to the Stanley family — Earls of Derby — West Derby is one of Liverpool's older suburban settlements, and today it presents a relatively stable environment for prospective landlords. Average property prices sit at around £248,600, with gross rental yields of 5.1% against average monthly rents of just under £975. Price growth has been modest over the short term, with a slight dip of 0.6% over the past year, though the three and five-year figures of 13.1% and 21.3% respectively suggest reasonable longer-term capital appreciation. The sales market is currently balanced, with around 20 transactions per month and an average of 203 days to sell. The private rented sector accounts for 14.2% of housing — relatively modest — while owner-occupation dominates at over 76% combined, reflecting the area's established, settled character. Crime is rated very low, average household income is £40,400, and the housing stock is predominantly detached and semi-detached, which tends to appeal to family tenants rather than young professionals or students.
£248,597.80
Average sale price across all property types in the area, based on recent transactions.
£974.80
£243.70 per week
Average monthly asking rent for properties listed in the area. Calculated as weekly rent multiplied by four.
5.10%
Gross rental yield — annual rent as a percentage of property value. Higher yields mean better returns for landlords.
-0.60%
Annual change in average property value.
13.10%
Cumulative change over three years.
21.30%
Cumulative change over five years.
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Monthly Sales in West Derby
Average Monthly Rent in West Derby
Monthly average rent across all postcodes
Average Property Price in West Derby
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%
Average Household Income in West Derby
£40,400
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 West Derby
Very 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.
66 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 West Derby
State and independent schools in the local postcode area, with links to their latest Ofsted reports where available.
Demographics in West Derby
Population profile across postcodes
Deprivation Index
22/100
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
49/100
Percentile rank based on the health deprivation domain. Higher means a healthier local population with lower rates of premature death and disability.
With Degree
29%
Percentage of local residents holding a degree-level qualification or above, from Census data. Indicates the area's professional tenant base.
Vehicles / Household
1.3
Average number of cars or vans per household, from Census data. Indicates parking demand and general affluence of the area.
Sales Demand in West Derby
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.
L12
Balanced market
Avg. 203 days on market
138 properties for sale
Population in West Derby
Estimated population figures from ONS data. Higher population density typically means stronger rental demand.
Population
31,095
Households
12,827
Density
8,919 /km²
Price Growth Forecast in West Derby
Projected average property price based on historical trends. Future values are forecasts and not guaranteed.
Property Types in West Derby
Breakdown of residential property types from Census data. Shows the housing stock composition in the area.
Tenure Types in West Derby
How residents occupy their homes, from Census data. Private rented percentage indicates the existing rental market size.
Area Information - West Derby
West Derby, a historic suburb of Liverpool, is known for its charming village feel and rich history, including the medieval West Derby Castle site. The area features well-preserved Victorian homes and expansive green spaces such as Croxteth Country Park. It's popular among families due to its reputable schools, friendly community, and local amenities, including quaint shops and traditional pubs, making it a desirable residential area.
Maps - West Derby
Interactive map showing the location of West Derby
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