St Helens Property Market Overview
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The St Helens property market recorded 1,787 residential sales over the past 12 months, with a median sale price of £173,000. This places St Helens £10k above the Merseyside county median of £163,344, and £112k below the UK national median of £285,000.
Prices in St Helens have shown a moderate decline, with a year-on-year change of -3.9%. Within Merseyside, St Helens ranks 2nd by price out of 6 principal towns, and 2nd by transaction volume.
St Helens House Prices by Property Type
Property prices in St Helens vary significantly by type. The table below compares St Helens prices with Merseyside county averages and UK national figures.
| Type | St Helens | Merseyside Avg | UK Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached | £320,000 | £345,000 | £420,000 |
| Semi-detached | £196,500 | £205,750 | £265,000 |
| Terraced | £122,500 | £131,250 | £230,000 |
| Flat | £95,000 | £110,000 | £225,000 |
Detached homes in St Helens command £320,000, while flat properties are most accessible at £95,000. The £225k spread between the most and least expensive types indicates a diverse market with opportunities across the development spectrum.
Median Price by Property Type
New Build Homes in St Helens
St Helens recorded 36 new-build transactions in the past 12 months, representing 2.0% of total sales. This indicates meaningful developer activity and proven buyer demand for new homes in the area.
New-build properties in St Helens traded at a premium of 58.4% versus existing stock. This premium supports the viability of new development, as buyers are willing to pay more for new homes.
Across the wider Merseyside market, 102 new-build completions were recorded — see our Merseyside property market report for the full county picture.
Recent Property Sales in St Helens
The following table shows the most recent property transactions recorded in St Helens, providing real-time evidence of achieved prices for buyers, sellers, and developers:
| Price | Type | Postcode | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| £280,000 | Detached | L35 0NG | 2026-02-19 | Existing |
| £265,000 | Semi-detached | WA12 0AJ | 2026-02-16 | Existing |
| £185,000 | Semi-detached | WA9 4PZ | 2026-02-13 | Existing |
| £250,000 | Semi-detached | WA10 3HG | 2026-02-12 | Existing |
| £307,500 | Detached | WA11 8BW | 2026-02-12 | Existing |
These transactions are sourced from HM Land Registry Price Paid data and represent completed, registered sales. The range from £185,000 to £307,500 illustrates the breadth of the St Helens market.
Development Finance in St Helens
For developers considering St Helens, the local market data translates directly into finance structuring. With a median value of £173,000 and detached homes at £320,000, lenders can assess scheme viability with confidence.
A typical development finance facility for a St Helens scheme with a GDV of £320,000 would attract senior debt of approximately £208,000 at 65% LTGDV. Mezzanine finance can stretch total borrowing to 85-90% of costs, while bridging loans enable rapid site acquisitions completing in as little as 5 working days.
While prices have softened 3.9% year-on-year, experienced developers can still generate strong returns in St Helens by targeting well-located sites with clear demand drivers.
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St Helens Compared to Nearby Merseyside Towns
To put St Helens's market in context, the table below compares it with similarly-priced towns across Merseyside:
| Town | Median Price | Sales (12m) | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Helens | £173,000 | 1,787 | -3.9% |
| Wallasey | £166,500 | 757 | +0.9% |
| Liverpool | £160,187 | 4,294 | +1.4% |
| Bootle | £137,950 | 402 | +15% |
| Southport | £210,000 | 1,020 | 0% |
| Birkenhead | £123,560 | 561 | -1.2% |
For the full Merseyside town-by-town breakdown, see our comprehensive Merseyside property market report.
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What is the average house price in St Helens?
The median house price in St Helens is £173,000, based on 1,787 transactions over the past 12 months. Detached homes average £320,000 while flat properties average £95,000.
Are house prices rising or falling in St Helens?
House prices in St Helens are falling at -3.9% year-on-year. This decline may present buying opportunities for investors and developers. The wider Merseyside market is rising at +2%.
How many properties sold in St Helens recently?
St Helens recorded 1,787 residential property sales in the past 12 months. This high volume indicates a liquid, active market.
What development finance is available for projects in St Helens?
Developers in St Helens can access development finance from 6.5% p.a. at 65-70% LTGDV, mezzanine finance stretching to 85-90% of costs, bridging loans completing in 5-10 days, and development exit finance. Construction Capital sources the best terms from 100+ lenders.