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About

Waterloo ward occupies a central coastal position in Blackpool, stretching inland from the promenade. The area is primarily residential, characterised by a mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing, along with some more modern developments. Its main thoroughfare is Waterloo Road, which hosts a variety of local shops, services, and eateries catering to the community.

A notable local landmark is the Waterloo Hotel, a historic pub that has long served as a social hub. The ward provides direct access to a section of the seafront, distinct from the main tourist piers, offering a more typical promenade and greenspace. The community is anchored by several schools and the Waterloo Community Centre, which hosts various local groups and events.

Area overview

On average Waterloo has very high deprivation and high crime levels. Approximately 5.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Waterloo is £33,105 per year. There are 2 schools in Waterloo: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
5.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Waterloo

Based on 73 recent sales, the median property price is £167,000 in Waterloo area, with individual transactions ranging from £48,500 up to £495,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Waterloo 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 Waterloo over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached7£310,000
Flats10£77,500
Semi-Detached37£180,100
Terraced19£122,000

10 years median price trend in Waterloo

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

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.