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Rainhill North

About

Rainhill North is a residential area located in St. Helens, Merseyside. It sits near the border with Knowsley and is known for its quiet, suburban atmosphere. The area features a mix of housing, including semi-detached and detached homes, with tree-lined streets adding to its appeal. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, making it a practical choice for families.

Transport links are convenient, with Rainhill railway station providing connections to Liverpool and Manchester. The area also has good road access via the A570 and M62 motorway. Historically, Rainhill is famous for the Rainhill Trials of 1829, a competition to select locomotives for the Liverpool and Manchester Railway. This heritage adds a unique touch to the area, though Rainhill North itself remains primarily a residential district.

Area overview

On average Rainhill North has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 56 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Rainhill North is £36,800 per year. There are 3 schools in Rainhill North: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Rainhill North Population

5,443

Population density

3,890.1 per km²

Demographics

British

5,174

95.06%

Other White

1.03%

Other Asian

0.86%

Irish

0.7%

Chinese

0.59%

Total population: 5,443

Housing

Owns outright

1,067

44.09%

Owns with a mortgage

713

29.46%

Private landlord or letting agency

284

11.74%

Other social rented

205

8.47%

Social rents from council

2.56%

Total households: 2,420

Property prices in Rainhill North

Based on 53 recent sales, the median property price is £190,000 in Rainhill North area, with individual transactions ranging from £38,437 up to £400,000.

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 Rainhill North over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	5	£228,500	£177,000	£225,000	£340,000	£368,000
Flats	1	£67,000	£67,000	£67,000	£67,000	£67,000
Semi-Detached	23	£215,000	£167,300	£175,000	£252,500	£294,250
Terraced	24	£160,000	£102,550	£136,750	£195,000	£217,750

10 years median price trend in Rainhill North

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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