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Toxteth

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About

Toxteth occupies a southern area of Liverpool, stretching inland from the River Mersey. The ward contains a mix of residential streets and local commercial centres, with housing ranging from Victorian terraces to modern developments. Its geography includes several notable parks, such as Princes Park and Sefton Park, which provide large green spaces. The area is historically significant, with a long-established community and architectural heritage visible in its buildings and street layouts.

The district is known for its cultural history, particularly in the Granby Four Streets area, which features community-led projects and painted houses. Toxteth includes various places of worship, educational institutions, and independent businesses serving local needs. Transportation links connect it to Liverpool city centre and beyond. The Riverside Walk offers views across the water, contributing to the area's character within the wider city.

Area overview

On average Toxteth has very high deprivation and high crime levels. Approximately 55% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Toxteth is £36,938 per year. The median sale price in Toxteth is £135,000 (around £177 per square foot), with typical sale prices between £120,000 and £170,000. There are 3 schools in Toxteth: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

N/A

Deprivation level

10/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

N/A

Property prices in Toxteth

Median price: £135,000

Price per sq ft: £177

Sales (last 12 months): 35

Typical range (middle 50%): £120K – £170K

Based on 35 recent sales, the median property price is £135,000 (about £177 per square foot) in Toxteth area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £240,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Toxteth over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	£/sq ft	P5	P25	P75	P95
Semi-Detached	2	£176,500	£267	£170,650	£173,250	£179,750	£182,350
Terraced	21	£135,000	£175	£80,000	£122,000	£185,000	£230,000
Flats	12	£121,250	£175	£112,750	£120,000	£137,000	£142,250

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Toxteth

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Toxteth.
Year	Flats	Semi-Detached	Terraced
2016	£55,200	—	£73,057
2017	£92,000	£110,000	£75,000
2018	£80,000	£137,000	£88,975
2019	£80,000	£128,500	£80,000
2020	£76,500	£141,000	£100,000
2021	£117,500	£152,750	£105,000
2022	£118,500	£110,000	£117,000
2023	£101,500	£84,000	£122,250
2024	£98,500	£137,500	£150,000
2025	£122,500	£183,000	£135,000
2026	£121,250	£170,000	£138,000

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Toxteth.
Year	Flats	Semi-Detached	Terraced
2016	£229	—	£96
2017	£131	£138	£86
2018	£135	£149	£99
2019	£132	£153	£102
2020	£133	£168	£97
2021	£159	£229	£129
2022	£164	£186	£139
2023	£162	£95	£147
2024	£165	£184	£178
2025	£165	£274	£148
2026	£178	£259	£177

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for Liverpool district.

Band A£1,782

Band B£2,079

Band C£2,377

Band D£2,674

Band E£3,268

Band F£3,862

Band G£4,456

Band H£5,347

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.

Local government

Elected councillors for Toxteth ward.

Local councillors

Rahima Farah

Toxteth - Elected 4 May 2023

Labour Party