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Kirkby North West

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About

Kirkby is a town in the North West of England, located within the Metropolitan Borough of Knowsley. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and modern developments. Kirkby has a range of local amenities, including shops, schools, and leisure facilities, catering to the needs of its residents. The town is well-connected by public transport, with Kirkby railway station providing links to Liverpool and beyond.

The area has undergone regeneration in recent years, with improvements to infrastructure and community spaces. Kirkby is home to several green spaces, such as Kirkby Park, offering recreational opportunities for locals. The town also has a strong industrial presence, with business parks and employment sites contributing to the local economy. While Kirkby faces some socioeconomic challenges, it remains a functional and evolving part of Knowsley.

Area overview

On average Kirkby North West has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 49 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Kirkby North West is £40,000 per year. There are 2 schools in Kirkby North West: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
49
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
8.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Kirkby North West Population
10,527
Population density
4,905.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
10,024
95.23%
Other White
131
1.24%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
56
0.53%
Irish
43
0.41%
African
41
0.39%
Total population: 10,526

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,900
43.06%
Owns outright
1,459
33.07%
Private landlord or letting agency
536
12.15%
Other social rented
239
5.42%
Social rents from council
135
3.06%
Total households: 4,412

Property prices in Kirkby North West

Based on 133 recent sales, the median property price is £185,000 in Kirkby North West area, with individual transactions ranging from £53,000 up to £360,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Kirkby North 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 Kirkby North West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached41£254,000
Flats5£95,000
Semi-Detached68£173,750
Terraced19£150,000

10 years median price trend in Kirkby North West

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

All postcodes in Kirkby North West

L334DT

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Data Sources

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