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Molyneux

About

Molyneux ward is located in the northern part of Sefton, covering areas of Ainsdale and Birkdale. The ward is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types ranging from detached homes to smaller terraced properties. Green spaces like Ainsdale and Birkdale Sandhills Nature Reserve provide natural areas for recreation and wildlife. The ward is well-connected by public transport, with rail links to Liverpool and Southport.

Local amenities include schools, shops, and community facilities serving the needs of residents. The area has a quiet, suburban character, with a focus on family living. Coastal access is nearby, with Ainsdale Beach offering a popular spot for leisure. Molyneux ward balances residential comfort with easy access to both urban centers and natural surroundings.

Area overview

On average Molyneux has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 75 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Molyneux is £42,756 per year. There are 3 schools in Molyneux: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Molyneux Population

12,449

Population density

989.5 per km²

Demographics

British

12,001

96.38%

Other White

0.78%

African

0.59%

Irish

0.54%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.29%

Total population: 12,452

Housing

Owns outright

2,316

44.96%

Owns with a mortgage

2,002

38.87%

Private landlord or letting agency

405

7.86%

Other social rented

232

4.5%

Other forms of private rent

113

2.19%

Total households: 5,151

Property prices in Molyneux

Based on 136 recent sales, the median property price is £226,000 in Molyneux area, with individual transactions ranging from £69,750 up to £665,000.

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 Molyneux over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	16	£338,500	£225,000	£285,621	£388,500	£560,000
Flats	7	£110,000	£70,575	£81,250	£140,000	£283,000
Semi-Detached	89	£225,000	£160,000	£198,000	£250,000	£346,000
Terraced	24	£225,000	£170,600	£219,750	£257,500	£292,150

10 years median price trend in Molyneux

All postcodes in Molyneux

L108JA

School Lane

L108LQ

Aintree Lane

L311EZ

Brewery Lane

L315JG

Dover Road

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