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St. Helens

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About

St. Helens is a town in Merseyside, part of the North West of England. It lies between Liverpool and Manchester, with strong transport links to both cities. The area is known for its industrial heritage, particularly glassmaking and coal mining, which shaped its development in the 19th and 20th centuries. The town centre features a mix of shopping areas, markets, and leisure facilities, serving the local community.

The surrounding district includes green spaces like Sherdley Park and the Sankey Valley, offering outdoor recreation. St. Helens is home to the rugby league team St. Helens RFC, a key part of local culture. The area has seen regeneration efforts in recent years, with new housing and infrastructure projects. Its location makes it a commuter hub for nearby cities while retaining its own distinct identity.

Area overview

On average St. Helens has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 91 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 19.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in St. Helens is £38,428 per year. There are 80 schools in St. Helens: 54 primary (10 Outstanding and 35 Good) and 10 secondary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
91
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
19.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

St. Helens Population
183,248
Population density
1,343.6 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
171,546
93.61%
Other White
4,185
2.28%
Other Asian
952
0.52%
Irish
945
0.52%
Chinese
660
0.36%
Total population: 183,248

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
28,023
34.59%
Owns with a mortgage
24,026
29.66%
Other social rented
10,963
13.53%
Private landlord or letting agency
10,785
13.31%
Social rents from council
5,030
6.21%
Total households: 81,013

Property prices in St. Helens

Based on 1,718 recent sales, the median property price is £185,000 in St. Helens area, with individual transactions ranging from £32,000 up to £1,350,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for St. Helens 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 St. Helens over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached317£321,000
Flats86£97,000
Semi-Detached767£200,000
Terraced548£132,000

10 years median price trend in St. Helens

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in St. Helens.

Data Sources

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