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Bootle South

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About

Bootle South is a residential area located in the northern part of Sefton, Merseyside. The area is primarily made up of terraced and semi-detached housing, with a mix of private and social housing. It is situated close to the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, providing green spaces and walking routes for residents. The local infrastructure includes schools, shops, and community facilities, catering to everyday needs.

Transport links in Bootle South are well-connected, with nearby bus routes and the Bootle Oriel Road railway station offering access to Liverpool city centre and other parts of the region. The area has a strong sense of community, with local events and initiatives often taking place. While it faces some economic challenges, efforts are ongoing to improve housing and public spaces. Bootle South remains a practical and affordable place to live within the wider Sefton area.

Area overview

On average Bootle South has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 233 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 52.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bootle South is £28,000 per year. There are 3 schools in Bootle South: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
233
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
52.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Bootle South Population
7,691
Population density
2,100.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,423
83.51%
Other White
578
7.52%
Other Asian
92
1.2%
Other
76
0.99%
Chinese
75
0.98%
Total population: 7,691

Housing

Housing tenure

Other social rented
1,373
35.78%
Private landlord or letting agency
945
24.63%
Owns outright
529
13.79%
Owns with a mortgage
506
13.19%
Social rents from council
358
9.33%
Total households: 3,837

Property prices in Bootle South

Based on 37 recent sales, the median property price is £116,000 in Bootle South area, with individual transactions ranging from £39,500 up to £280,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Bootle South 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 Bootle South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£165,000
Flats8£62,500
Semi-Detached6£135,000
Terraced22£116,125

10 years median price trend in Bootle South

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Bootle South.

Data Sources

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