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St Oswald ward is located in the northern part of Sefton, covering areas such as Netherton and parts of Bootle. The ward is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and some modern developments. Green spaces like Netherton Park provide recreational areas for residents, while local amenities such as shops, schools, and community centers serve the neighborhood.

The area has strong transport links, with easy access to major roads like the A59 and A5036, connecting it to Liverpool and other parts of Merseyside. St Oswald also has a mix of industrial and commercial zones, particularly around the Dunnings Bridge Road area, which contributes to local employment. The ward maintains a close-knit community feel, with several churches and social clubs fostering local connections.

Area overview

On average St Oswald has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 123 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 32.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in St Oswald is £33,103 per year. There are 6 schools in St Oswald: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

123

Deprivation level

9/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

St Oswald Population

11,347

Population density

3,858.1 per km²

Demographics

British

10,797

95.15%

Other White

204

1.8%

White and Black African (mixed)

0.5%

Irish

0.41%

Other

0.38%

Total population: 11,347

Housing

Owns outright

1,433

28.08%

Owns with a mortgage

1,231

24.12%

Other social rented

1,114

21.83%

Private landlord or letting agency

620

12.15%

Social rents from council

572

11.21%

Total households: 5,103

Property prices in St Oswald

Based on 88 recent sales, the median property price is £142,000 in St Oswald area, with individual transactions ranging from £49,000 up to £375,000.

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 St Oswald over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	6	£210,000	£132,088	£177,500	£256,000	£348,250
Flats	7	£75,000	£50,800	£57,500	£80,500	£101,900
Semi-Detached	34	£175,000	£120,000	£152,500	£203,113	£238,375
Terraced	41	£130,000	£100,000	£112,000	£144,000	£160,000

10 years median price trend in St Oswald

Data Sources

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

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

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