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About

Garston ward sits along the southern edge of Liverpool, bordering the River Mersey. The area is historically defined by its industrial and maritime heritage, with former docks and warehouses shaping its landscape. Residential streets, primarily terraced housing, are intermixed with modern retail parks and light industrial units, creating a functional urban environment. The ward includes the distinct neighbourhoods of Garston Village and the more modern developments near the A561.

A significant local feature is the elevated Garston Overhead Railway line, now a walking and cycling path offering views across the river. The area is directly served by its own railway station providing links to the city centre. Large green spaces are found at Reynolds Park to the north, while the working Garston Docks continue to operate, handling bulk materials and maintaining a tangible connection to the river's industrial role.

Area overview

On average Garston has high deprivation and high crime levels. Approximately 23.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Garston is £42,842 per year. The median sale price in Garston is £216,000 (around £233 per square foot), with typical sale prices between £156,000 and £248,000. There are 4 schools in Garston: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
23.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Garston

Median price: £216,000
Price per sq ft: £233
Sales (last 12 months): 109
Typical range (middle 50%): £156K – £248K

Based on 109 recent sales, the median property price is £216,000 (about £233 per square foot) in Garston area, with individual transactions ranging from £30,625 up to £625,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Garston over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Detached8£408,000£321
Semi-Detached24£256,000£253
Terraced63£208,000£221
Flats14£102,475£140

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Garston

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Garston.
YearDetachedFlatsSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£277,500£68,000£153,500£122,250
2017£267,375£73,250£164,950£125,000
2018£275,750£73,500£183,000£117,000
2019£286,375£78,000£185,000£130,000
2020£261,000£69,250£191,000£135,000
2021£317,500£80,000£215,000£150,000
2022£355,000£85,000£220,000£180,000
2023£335,000£85,000£202,500£161,000
2024£345,000£82,850£263,750£167,500
2025£407,500£99,950£247,500£187,000
2026£352,000£90,000£282,750£211,500
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Garston.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Garston.
YearDetachedFlatsSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£237£96£166£137
2017£255£115£184£139
2018£261£108£174£135
2019£253£102£178£145
2020£238£111£191£165
2021£276£145£203£174
2022£310£136£224£204
2023£310£129£218£184
2024£281£129£263£197
2025£340£143£252£226
2026£258£136£284£235
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Garston.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for Garston in the last year.

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for Liverpool district.

Band A£1,782
Band B£2,079
Band C£2,377
Band D£2,674
Band E£3,268
Band F£3,862
Band G£4,456
Band H£5,347

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.

Local government

Elected councillors for Garston ward.

Local councillors

Lucy Williams

Garston - Elected 4 May 2023

Liverpool Community Independents

Sam Gorst

Garston - Elected 4 May 2023

Liverpool Community Independents