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Netherton and Orrell

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About

Netherton and Orrell ward lies in the northern part of Sefton, primarily a residential area characterised by terraced housing and local shopping parades along its main roads. The ward contains several green spaces, including the sizable Netherton Park, which provides recreational facilities and open land. The Leeds and Liverpool Canal runs through the area, its path marked by bridges and towpaths that offer a distinct linear route for walking and cycling through the urban landscape.

The area has a strong industrial heritage, historically linked to coal mining and the canal's freight traffic. This history is reflected in the local street names and the remaining architecture. Community facilities are centred around local schools, churches, and community centres, which serve as focal points. The ward is well-connected by road, positioned close to the M57 and A59, facilitating travel to nearby Bootle, Crosby, and beyond.

Area overview

On average Netherton and Orrell has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 110 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 27.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Netherton and Orrell is £41,120 per year. There are 5 schools in Netherton and Orrell: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Netherton and Orrell is home to around 12,974 people, with a population density of about 3,045.7 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
110
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
27.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Netherton and Orrell Population
12,974
Population density
3,045.7 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
55.73(+50%)
Public order
12.1(+20%)
Criminal damage and arson
10.79(+20%)
Anti-social behaviour
10.17(-45%)
Drugs
7.63(+101%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
12,096
93.25%
Other White
306
2.36%
Other Asian
105
0.81%
Chinese
85
0.66%
Other
59
0.45%
Total population: 12,972

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
2,476
23.64%
Level 4 qualifications or above
2,299
21.95%
Level 3 (A level)
1,962
18.73%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,626
15.52%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,246
11.9%
Total 16+ residents: 10,474

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,765
33.18%
Owns outright
1,589
29.87%
Other social rented
888
16.69%
Private landlord or letting agency
533
10.02%
Social rents from council
427
8.03%
Total households: 5,320

Property prices in Netherton and Orrell

Based on 97 recent sales, the median property price is £185,000 in Netherton and Orrell area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £365,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Netherton and Orrell 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 Netherton and Orrell over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached13£259,000
Semi-Detached64£185,000
Terraced20£158,500

10 years median price trend in Netherton and Orrell

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Netherton and Orrell.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.