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About

Birkdale is a residential area in Sefton, located between Southport and Ainsdale. It features a mix of Victorian and Edwardian architecture, with tree-lined streets and spacious properties. The area is known for its proximity to Birkdale Sandhills, a local nature reserve, and the Royal Birkdale Golf Club, which hosts major tournaments. Birkdale Village offers a range of independent shops, cafes, and restaurants, catering to both residents and visitors.

Transport links include Birkdale railway station, providing direct connections to Liverpool and Manchester. The area has several schools and parks, making it popular with families. Birkdale’s coastal location also provides easy access to Southport’s beaches and promenade. The blend of quiet suburban living and local amenities gives the area a balanced appeal.

Area overview

On average Birkdale has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 54 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Birkdale is £43,100 per year. There are 1 schools in Birkdale: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Birkdale Population

9,277

Population density

1,028.7 per km²

Demographics

British

8,615

92.82%

Other White

207

2.23%

Irish

108

1.16%

Chinese

0.62%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.53%

Total population: 9,281

Housing

Owns outright

2,145

49.8%

Owns with a mortgage

1,059

24.59%

Private landlord or letting agency

757

17.58%

Other social rented

227

5.27%

Other forms of private rent

1.93%

Total households: 4,307

Property prices in Birkdale

Based on 145 recent sales, the median property price is £320,000 in Birkdale area, with individual transactions ranging from £30,000 up to £1,750,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Birkdale over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	52	£575,000	£257,500	£455,625	£646,250	£941,250
Flats	62	£170,000	£75,000	£126,750	£253,250	£445,500
Semi-Detached	27	£350,000	£185,000	£241,500	£410,000	£551,500
Terraced	4	£510,000	£361,250	£406,250	£615,000	£663,000

10 years median price trend in Birkdale

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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