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Southport Waterfront

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About

Southport Waterfront is a coastal area in Sefton, known for its long promenade and views of the Irish Sea. The stretch includes Marine Lake, a man-made body of water popular for boating and walking. The area features wide open spaces, with benches and green areas for relaxation. The pier, one of the oldest in the UK, extends into the sea and offers a quiet spot for fishing or sightseeing.

The waterfront is lined with traditional seaside amenities, including cafes and ice cream parlours. Nearby, the Southport Pleasureland amusement park adds a lively touch with rides and attractions. The area is also home to events like the annual air show, drawing visitors to the coastline. With its mix of natural and built features, Southport Waterfront provides a straightforward seaside experience.

Area overview

On average Southport Waterfront has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 276 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Southport Waterfront is £33,700 per year. There are 3 schools in Southport Waterfront: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
276
Deprivation level
10/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
7.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Southport Waterfront Population
9,524
Population density
1,188.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,940
72.89%
Other White
1,624
17.06%
Other
162
1.7%
Other Asian
97
1.02%
African
93
0.98%
Total population: 9,521

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
2,775
53.53%
Owns outright
1,154
22.26%
Owns with a mortgage
579
11.17%
Other social rented
395
7.62%
Other forms of private rent
160
3.09%
Total households: 5,184

Property prices in Southport Waterfront

Based on 114 recent sales, the median property price is £121,250 in Southport Waterfront area, with individual transactions ranging from £34,000 up to £625,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Southport Waterfront 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 Southport Waterfront over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached11£368,000
Flats71£100,000
Semi-Detached15£235,000
Terraced17£202,000

10 years median price trend in Southport Waterfront

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Southport Waterfront.

Data Sources

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