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About

Birkdale ward is located in the northern part of Sefton, Merseyside. It borders the Irish Sea to the west and is adjacent to the town of Southport. The area features a mix of residential and commercial spaces, with a focus on local businesses and community services. Birkdale is known for its railway station, which provides connections to Liverpool and other parts of the region.

The ward includes green spaces such as Birkdale Sandhills Local Nature Reserve, offering walking trails and coastal views. Housing in the area ranges from Victorian and Edwardian properties to more modern developments. Birkdale also has several schools, sports clubs, and a library, catering to families and residents of all ages. The ward maintains a quiet, suburban atmosphere while remaining well-connected to larger urban centres.

Area overview

On average Birkdale has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 47 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Birkdale is £42,583 per year. There are 5 schools in Birkdale: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Birkdale Population

12,689

Population density

4,142.4 per km²

Demographics

British

11,826

93.19%

Other White

286

2.25%

Irish

105

0.83%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.72%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.59%

Total population: 12,690

Housing

Owns outright

2,247

41.27%

Owns with a mortgage

1,906

35.01%

Private landlord or letting agency

885

16.26%

Other social rented

224

4.11%

Other forms of private rent

105

1.93%

Total households: 5,444

Property prices in Birkdale

Based on 174 recent sales, the median property price is £252,000 in Birkdale area, with individual transactions ranging from £40,000 up to £775,000.

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	30	£525,250	£220,375	£332,500	£611,750	£663,750
Flats	10	£150,500	£93,338	£128,250	£167,500	£232,700
Semi-Detached	116	£236,500	£154,750	£187,500	£320,000	£445,625
Terraced	18	£184,000	£116,500	£146,750	£271,250	£389,300

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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