L16 encompasses parts of Liverpool's southeast corridor and sits at the 93rd percentile nationally for trajectory strength with a score of 60.0/100. Property prices have grown at a compound annual rate of 3.5% over five years, whilst rental yields have expanded more substantially at 7.2% CAGR over the same period. Population growth remains modest at 1.0% across the five-year window. The area is classified as being in an early gentrification stage, suggesting ongoing physical and demographic transitions. The divergence between price appreciation and rental growth indicates that yield-focused investors may find relative value compared to capital appreciation expectations, though this dynamic warrants monitoring as the area develops further.
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- 1Property prices up 3.1% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 7.2% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.0% per year
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What's changing in Liverpool · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.6 points this month to 61/100, driven mainly by safety.
21 planning applications submitted in L16 over the last six months, including 1 new build residential scheme, 4 demolition.
- To erect a single-storey infill extension to rear, alongside external alterations to existing extension including fenestration, new render finish, and construction of a new flat roof with no.2 roof lights.Apr 2026 · City South
- To erect single storey extension to the rear following demolition of existing conservatory and removal of no. 1 side door and windowMar 2026 · City South
- To erect a two storey extension to side and part two/ part single storey extension to rear with new porch to front and widen existing hardstanding to front following demolition of existing garage to side and conservatory to rearFeb 2026 · City South
Liverpool (L16) common questions
Is Liverpool up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Liverpool (L16) as Early. Its trajectory score is 61/100 (Strong), in the top 6% of districts nationally. The score is up 3.4 points over the last 12 months.
Is Liverpool safe?
Liverpool has a safety score of 78/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Liverpool?
The average property price in Liverpool (L16) is £227k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 3.1% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Liverpool?
The median monthly rent in Liverpool (L16) is £880 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Liverpool?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Liverpool (L15), Liverpool (L18), Liverpool (L14), Liverpool (L13), Liverpool (L25). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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