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Ainsdale West

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About

Ainsdale West is a residential area located in the borough of Sefton, Merseyside. The neighbourhood is primarily made up of detached and semi-detached homes, with tree-lined streets and well-maintained green spaces. It sits close to the Ainsdale Sand Dunes National Nature Reserve, offering easy access to coastal walks and outdoor activities. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, providing convenience for residents.

The area benefits from good transport links, with Ainsdale railway station connecting it to Liverpool and Southport. A mix of families and retirees live here, drawn by the quiet atmosphere and proximity to both the coast and urban centres. The nearby Ainsdale Beach is a popular spot for leisure, while the wider Sefton area provides additional shopping and entertainment options. Ainsdale West balances suburban living with natural surroundings.

Area overview

On average Ainsdale West has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 31 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 1.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ainsdale West is £51,700 per year. There are 2 schools in Ainsdale West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
31
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
1.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ainsdale West Population
6,020
Population density
971.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,650
93.85%
Chinese
97
1.61%
Other White
79
1.31%
Irish
54
0.9%
White and Asian (mixed)
41
0.68%
Total population: 6,020

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,679
63.74%
Owns with a mortgage
755
28.66%
Private landlord or letting agency
117
4.44%
Other forms of private rent
36
1.37%
Other social rented
23
0.87%
Total households: 2,634

Property prices in Ainsdale West

Based on 74 recent sales, the median property price is £337,500 in Ainsdale West area, with individual transactions ranging from £157,400 up to £900,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Ainsdale West in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Ainsdale West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached51£370,000
Flats4£207,500
Semi-Detached18£247,475
Terraced1£248,000

10 years median price trend in Ainsdale West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Ainsdale West.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.