Property Statistics for Woolton, Liverpool
Data last updated: May 2026
This affluent Liverpool suburb, famous as the childhood home of Beatles legend John Lennon, presents compelling opportunities for buy-to-let investors with properties averaging £309,107 and generating gross rental yields of 4.50% through monthly rents of £1,071. The area's strong fundamentals are evident in its 20.80% five-year price growth and current seller's market conditions, though properties take an average of 179 days to sell with 25 monthly transactions. Woolton's family-oriented character is reflected in its housing stock composition of 46.6% semi-detached and 19.4% detached properties, serving a population of 33,214 across 15,199 households with an average income of £40,100. The suburb maintains low crime levels at 86 incidents per 1,000 residents and attracts educated professionals, with 33% holding degrees, though the relatively small private rental sector at 11.1% suggests limited rental stock availability. With 38.7% of properties owned outright and strong owner-occupation rates, this established area offers stability for landlords targeting quality tenants in a desirable location with proven capital appreciation potential.
£295,316.20
Average sale price across all property types in the area, based on recent transactions.
£1,101.20
£275.30 per week
Average monthly asking rent for properties listed in the area. Calculated as weekly rent multiplied by four.
4.80%
Gross rental yield — annual rent as a percentage of property value. Higher yields mean better returns for landlords.
6.50%
Annual change in average property value.
6.00%
Cumulative change over three years.
22.70%
Cumulative change over five years.
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Monthly Sales in Woolton
Average Monthly Rent in Woolton
Monthly average rent across all postcodes
Average Property Price in Woolton
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 Woolton
£40,100
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 Woolton
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.
86 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 Woolton
State and independent schools in the local postcode area, with links to their latest Ofsted reports where available.
Demographics in Woolton
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
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
33%
Percentage of local residents holding a degree-level qualification or above, from Census data. Indicates the area's professional tenant base.
Vehicles / Household
1.1
Average number of cars or vans per household, from Census data. Indicates parking demand and general affluence of the area.
Sales Demand in Woolton
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.
L25
Seller's market
Avg. 152 days on market
141 properties for sale
Population in Woolton
Estimated population figures from ONS data. Higher population density typically means stronger rental demand.
Population
33,214
Households
15,199
Density
8,987 /km²
Price Growth Forecast in Woolton
Projected average property price based on historical trends. Future values are forecasts and not guaranteed.
Property Types in Woolton
Breakdown of residential property types from Census data. Shows the housing stock composition in the area.
Tenure Types in Woolton
How residents occupy their homes, from Census data. Private rented percentage indicates the existing rental market size.
Area Information - Woolton
Woolton, a picturesque suburb of Liverpool, is renowned for its historic charm and leafy streets. This affluent area features beautifully preserved Victorian houses, bustling village centers, and notable landmarks like Woolton Picture House. It is celebrated for its strong community vibe, excellent schools, and local festivals. Woolton also boasts several parks and is famously linked with The Beatles’ history, enhancing its cultural appeal.
Maps - Woolton
Interactive map showing the location of Woolton
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