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New Brighton

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About

New Brighton ward is located on the Wirral Peninsula, facing the Irish Sea. The area is known for its coastal setting, with a mix of residential and commercial spaces. The ward includes landmarks like the Floral Pavilion Theatre and the remains of Fort Perch Rock, a 19th-century coastal defense battery. The promenade offers views of the Liverpool skyline and access to sandy beaches.

The ward has a range of amenities, including shops, cafes, and leisure facilities. Public transport links connect it to nearby towns and Liverpool. Housing in the area varies from Victorian terraces to modern apartments, catering to different demographics. The Marine Lake provides a focal point for outdoor activities, while the nearby North Wirral Coastal Park offers green space.

Area overview

On average New Brighton has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 75 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in New Brighton is £36,338 per year. There are 3 schools in New Brighton: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
75
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

New Brighton Population
14,644
Population density
6,149.6 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
13,555
92.52%
Other White
330
2.25%
Irish
150
1.02%
White and Asian (mixed)
93
0.63%
Other Asian
71
0.48%
Total population: 14,651

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,251
32.56%
Owns with a mortgage
2,021
29.23%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,775
25.68%
Other social rented
575
8.32%
Other forms of private rent
175
2.53%
Total households: 6,913

Property prices in New Brighton

Based on 230 recent sales, the median property price is £195,500 in New Brighton area, with individual transactions ranging from £40,000 up to £590,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for New Brighton 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 New Brighton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached10£447,500
Flats59£155,000
Semi-Detached84£255,500
Terraced77£190,000

10 years median price trend in New Brighton

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in New Brighton.

Data Sources

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