Liverpool's L38 postcode has recorded a five-year compound annual growth rate of 4.7% for property prices and 6.6% for rental yields, placing it in the 87th percentile nationally with a trajectory score of 57.7/100. The district remains in the pre-cursor gentrification stage, indicating early-stage development characteristics. Population growth over the past five years measured 0.5%, suggesting demographic stability rather than rapid expansion. The disparity between rent and price growth indicates rental yields may be outpacing capital appreciation, a metric relevant for buy-to-let investors evaluating cash flow prospects. Market participants should assess whether this yield-to-price dynamic aligns with their investment criteria.
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- 1Property prices up 4.9% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 6.6% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.5% per year
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What's changing in Liverpool · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 0.3 points this month to 57/100, driven mainly by demand.
Liverpool (L38) common questions
Is Liverpool up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Liverpool (L38) as Pre-Cursor. Its trajectory score is 57/100 (Strong), in the top 15% of districts nationally. The score is down 1.6 points over the last 12 months.
Is Liverpool safe?
Liverpool has a safety score of 33/100 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 (L38) is £239k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 4.9% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Liverpool?
The median monthly rent in Liverpool (L38) is £905 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Liverpool?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Liverpool (L37), Liverpool (L23), Liverpool (L29), Liverpool (L22), Liverpool (L21). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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