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Netherton and Orrell

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About

Netherton and Orrell is a residential ward located in the northern part of Sefton, Merseyside. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of semi-detached and terraced homes. Netherton is known for its proximity to the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, which runs through the ward, offering walking and cycling routes. Orrell features local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks, catering to everyday needs.

The ward has good transport links, with nearby access to major roads like the A59 and A5036, connecting it to Bootle and Liverpool. Netherton and Orrell also has a strong sense of community, with local events and activities often held at venues like Netherton Activity Centre. The area retains a quiet, residential character while being close to larger urban centres for work and leisure.

Area overview

On average Netherton and Orrell has very high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 83 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 27.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Netherton and Orrell is £35,900 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).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
83
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
27.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

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

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

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 101 recent sales, the median property price is £187,000 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
Detached15£260,000
Semi-Detached65£187,000
Terraced21£141,000

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: 01/12/2025.