Liverpool’s property market has shifted significantly over the past two years. After price falls in early 2024, the market recovered sharply, with annual growth reaching 11.6% in March 2025 and closing the year at 8.7% in December according to the HM Land Registry UK House Price Index. For anyone planning to move house in Liverpool, understanding where the market stands in 2026 helps with timing, budgeting and neighbourhood decisions.
This page brings together the latest official and independently verified data on Liverpool house prices, rent levels, transaction activity and the most active moving areas in the city.
| Metric | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Average house price (Dec 2025) | £183,450 | HM Land Registry |
| Annual price growth (Dec 2025) | +8.7% | HM Land Registry |
| Peak annual growth in 2025 | +11.6% (March) | HM Land Registry |
| Median house price | £185,000 | Plumplot / Land Registry |
| New build average price | £296,000 | Plumplot |
| Total sales (12 months to Apr 2026) | 9,200 | Plumplot |
| Affordability ratio | 4.6x median earnings | Plumplot |
| National ranking by average price | 92nd of 105 areas | Plumplot |
| North West average rent (May 2026) | £1,098 PCM | HomeLet Rental Index |
| North West annual rent change | +2.9% | HomeLet Rental Index |
Liverpool’s average house price climbed steadily throughout 2025, rising from £170,620 in January to £183,450 by December, according to the HM Land Registry UK House Price Index. That represents growth of approximately £12,830 over the course of the year and follows a turbulent 2023 to early 2024 period when prices dipped year on year.
The market found its footing in mid-2024 and maintained upward momentum into 2026. For buyers and movers, the direction of travel is clear: Liverpool is growing in value, but it remains one of the most affordable major cities in England and Wales.
Average Liverpool House Price by Month (2025)
| Month | Average Price | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| January 2025 | £170,620 | +6.4% |
| February 2025 | £171,220 | +7.3% |
| March 2025 | £176,453 | +11.6% |
| April 2025 | £176,266 | +10.8% |
| May 2025 | £174,978 | +8.6% |
| June 2025 | £172,103 | +5.5% |
| July 2025 | £175,107 | +5.7% |
| August 2025 | £180,729 | +8.2% |
| September 2025 | £180,880 | +6.6% |
| October 2025 | £181,927 | +7.2% |
| November 2025 | £183,161 | +7.4% |
| December 2025 | £183,450 | +8.7% |
Source: HM Land Registry UK House Price Index
The type of property you are buying or selling makes an enormous difference to what you pay in Liverpool. Terraced homes dominate much of the city’s inner areas and remain the most affordable route in for buyers. Detached homes are significantly rarer and command prices well above the city average.
| Property Type | Average Price (Rightmove) | Average Price (Zoopla) |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | n/a | £393,612 |
| Semi-detached | £253,970 | £247,133 |
| Terraced | £180,663 | £170,544 |
| Flat / Apartment | £155,254 | £230,495 |
Sources: Rightmove Liverpool House Prices, Zoopla Liverpool House Prices
Note: Differences between platforms reflect methodology and data cut-off dates. Rightmove draws on listed and sold prices while Zoopla uses Land Registry sold data. Both are useful reference points when researching the Liverpool market.
If you are moving between property types in Liverpool, our house removals service covers the full range from one-bed flats in the city centre to large detached homes in the outer suburbs.
Liverpool remains one of the most affordable cities in England and Wales for property. The national average price across England and Wales stands at £348,000, more than double the Liverpool median of £185,000. Liverpool ranks 92nd out of 105 postcode areas nationally, meaning 91 areas have lower average prices.
| Area | Average / Median Price |
|---|---|
| England and Wales average | £348,000 |
| Liverpool average (Land Registry, Dec 2025) | £183,450 |
| Liverpool median (Plumplot) | £185,000 |
| Difference from national average | -47.2% |
Source: Plumplot / HM Land Registry
For buyers relocating from more expensive parts of the country such as London or the South East, Liverpool represents significant value. This is reflected in the growing number of long distance moves into Merseyside. If you are moving to Liverpool from further afield, our long distance removals service covers the full journey.
The bulk of Liverpool’s property sales fall between £100,000 and £250,000, which reflects the city’s concentration of terraced housing and older semi-detached stock. The table below shows how sales broke down across price bands in the 12 months to April 2026.
| Price Band | Number of Sales | Share of Market |
|---|---|---|
| Under £100,000 | est. 1,200 | approx. 13% |
| £100,000 to £150,000 | 2,041 | 22.1% |
| £150,000 to £200,000 | 1,883 | 20.4% |
| £200,000 to £250,000 | 1,373 | 14.9% |
| Over £250,000 | est. 2,703 | approx. 29.6% |
| Total | 9,200 | 100% |
Source: Plumplot, based on HM Land Registry data
Total sales in Liverpool reached approximately 9,200 transactions in the 12 months to April 2026, according to Plumplot data derived from the Land Registry. This represents a fall of 30.5% compared to the equivalent period a year earlier, reflecting the wider national slowdown in transaction volumes following the stamp duty changes and higher borrowing costs that affected activity from late 2022 onwards.
Despite the drop in volume, average prices continued to rise throughout 2025, suggesting that demand among active buyers remains strong even as overall market activity is lower.
For the removals industry in Liverpool, this means movers are being more deliberate and planned about their moves. Booking your removal company in Liverpool further in advance than you might have in previous years is advisable given that the best slots fill up quickly even in a slower transactions market.
The price gap between new builds and established homes in Liverpool is significant. New builds average £296,000 compared to £217,000 for established properties, a premium of approximately 36%. This reflects the concentration of new development in Liverpool’s waterfront and Baltic Triangle areas where prices are higher, as well as the standard new build premium that applies nationally.
| Property Category | Average Price |
|---|---|
| Established properties | £217,000 |
| New builds | £296,000 |
| New build premium | +£79,000 (+36%) |
Source: Plumplot / HM Land Registry
New build moves often come with specific logistics requirements including coordinating with developers on access, lift availability and site restrictions. Our team at Complete Removals has experience managing new build move-ins across Liverpool and Merseyside.
The North West rental market has continued to rise in 2026. According to the HomeLet Rental Index for May 2026, the average rent in the North West now stands at £1,098 per month, an annual increase of 2.9%.
| Region | Average Rent (May 2026) | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| UK overall | £1,340 PCM | +2.5% |
| UK excluding London | £1,146 PCM | +2.0% |
| North West | £1,098 PCM | +2.9% |
Source: HomeLet Rental Index, May 2026
While the North West rental growth rate of 2.9% sits above the UK average of 2.5%, rents in the region remain well below the national average. This makes Liverpool and the surrounding Merseyside area one of the more affordable rental markets in England.
Rising rents are pushing more renters to consider buying as the cost of renting approaches or exceeds the cost of a mortgage in some price brackets. At the same time, some owner-occupiers are choosing to rent out their existing property rather than sell, which is tightening supply for renters and contributing to upward pressure on rents.
For people who are in a gap between properties, whether waiting for completion or in a chain, our storage solutions provide a practical option for keeping belongings safe during the transition without committing to longer rental agreements just to hold furniture.
Liverpool’s neighbourhoods vary considerably in price, property type and lifestyle. The table below summarises some of the most popular and active moving areas in the city, based on transaction volume, search demand and Land Registry postcode data.
| Area | Postcode | Property Type | Approx. Average Price | Why People Move Here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aigburth | L17 | Semi-detached, terrace | £200,000 to £280,000 | Riverside location, schools, transport |
| Allerton | L18 | Semi-detached, detached | £250,000 to £350,000 | Schools, quiet streets, amenities |
| Wavertree | L15 | Terraced | £160,000 to £220,000 | Value for money, central location |
| Childwall | L16 | Semi-detached | £220,000 to £300,000 | Good schools, family feel |
| West Derby | L12 | Semi-detached, terrace | £180,000 to £250,000 | Space, green areas, estates |
| Woolton | L25 | Detached, semi | £280,000 to £420,000 | Village feel, top schools |
| Kensington | L7 | Terraced | £80,000 to £160,000 | Entry-level pricing, city access |
| Baltic Triangle / L1 | L1, L3 | Apartments | £130,000 to £250,000 | Investment, lifestyle, regeneration |
| Garston | L19 | Terraced | £120,000 to £190,000 | Affordability, transport links |
| Anfield | L4 | Terraced | £90,000 to £160,000 | Budget entry, ongoing regeneration |
Sources: Rightmove, Zoopla, HM Land Registry postcode data
We carry out removals across all of these Liverpool areas every week. Whether you are moving between two postcodes in the city or coming in from outside Merseyside, we know the access, parking and logistics for each neighbourhood.
Postcode-level data from the Land Registry shows the range within the city is extreme. The most affordable sector, L8 1 in Toxteth, has an average price of around £55,000. The most expensive sector, L33 3 in the Sefton borough, reaches an average of £865,000. This spread of over £800,000 within a single local authority area illustrates how varied Liverpool’s market really is.
| Category | Postcode | Average Price |
|---|---|---|
| Most affordable sector | L8 1 (Toxteth) | approx. £55,000 |
| Most expensive sector | L33 3 (Sefton fringe) | approx. £865,000 |
| City median | Various | £185,000 |
Source: Plumplot / HM Land Registry
The median house price to median earnings ratio in Liverpool stands at 4.6, meaning a typical Liverpool resident needs 4.6 times their annual salary to purchase a median-priced home. This compares favourably to London (where the ratio exceeds 10) and the national average of approximately 8.3.
| Area | Price to Earnings Ratio |
|---|---|
| Liverpool | 4.6x |
| England and Wales average | approx. 8.3x |
| London | 10x+ |
Source: Plumplot
This affordability advantage is one of the key drivers attracting buyers from higher-cost regions. It is also a factor in Liverpool’s continued ranking as one of the top cities for buy-to-let investors given the accessible entry prices relative to rental yields.
The data points to several practical realities for anyone planning a house move in Liverpool this year.
Prices are rising steadily. With annual growth of 8.7% as of December 2025, waiting is not necessarily a cost-neutral decision for buyers. Every month of delay costs more in purchase price terms than it saves in mortgage rate movements for most buyers in the Liverpool market.
Transaction volumes are down but demand is not. The fall in total sales means fewer properties are changing hands, but those that are tend to sell at full or near-asking price. Chains are more fragile when fewer transactions are moving simultaneously, making emergency removal cover a sensible thing to have in place as a backup.
Rents are rising. North West rents grew at 2.9% in the year to May 2026. Renters who are between properties face a more expensive temporary market than two years ago, making short-term storage solutions a more cost-effective option than extended rental arrangements in many cases.
New builds carry a 36% premium. If you are buying a new build, factor in that removal logistics may differ from a standard property move. Lift access, site rules and developer handover timing all affect how a move is planned. Our team handles new build move-ins across Liverpool regularly.
Outer suburbs are seeing strong demand. Areas like Woolton, Allerton and Childwall continue to attract families seeking schools and space. These tend to involve larger homes and heavier loads, which affects how a move is crewed and priced. Getting a quote based on your specific property size and location gives you the most accurate picture.
If the statistics above have helped you make a decision about moving in Liverpool, the next step is getting a quote based on your specific property and timeline. We carry out house removals in Liverpool every week across all property types and postcodes. We also offer professional packing services if you want help preparing your belongings before moving day.
For moves outside Liverpool to anywhere in the UK, our long distance removals service covers the full journey. For moves from nearby areas including Formby, Crosby, Maghull and Ormskirk, we cover the full Merseyside area.
Get a free quote for your Liverpool move and we will come back to you with a clear price based on your home, your date and your needs.
According to the HM Land Registry UK House Price Index, the average house price in Liverpool reached £183,450 in December 2025, with annual growth of 8.7%. This remains significantly below the England and Wales average of £348,000, making Liverpool one of the most affordable major cities in the country. See our full breakdown in the house price tables above.
The data suggests yes for most buyer profiles. Liverpool’s price to earnings ratio stands at 4.6, compared to a national average of around 8.3, meaning properties are more accessible relative to local wages. Prices have grown consistently throughout 2025 and into 2026, which benefits existing owners and makes a case for buying sooner rather than later. Our Liverpool removals team regularly helps people relocating into the city from higher-cost regions.
The most affordable postcode sector in Liverpool is L8 1 in Toxteth, with an average price of around £55,000. Kensington (L7), Garston (L19) and Anfield (L4) also offer entry-level prices typically between £90,000 and £190,000. If you are planning a move into one of these areas, our house removals service covers all Liverpool postcodes.
Liverpool-specific rental data is not broken out in the major indices, but the North West regional average stands at £1,098 per month as of May 2026, an annual increase of 2.9% according to the HomeLet Rental Index. This is below both the UK average of £1,340 and the UK average excluding London of £1,146, keeping the North West one of the more affordable rental regions in England.
Approximately 9,200 properties were sold in Liverpool in the 12 months to April 2026, according to Plumplot data sourced from the Land Registry. This represents a fall of 30.5% compared to the previous period, reflecting the national slowdown in transaction volumes. Despite fewer sales, prices continued to rise throughout 2025.
You can get a free quote online or call us on 0151 476 1709. We carry out house moves across all Liverpool postcodes every week and offer professional packing services, storage solutions and long distance removals for anyone relocating further afield.
