Annual rental price change in Liverpool, England
Annual rental price change in Liverpool, England stood at 5.58% in Aug 2026, according to Office for National Statistics (ONS). It is one of the indicators in the Private rents table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Jan 2016 to Aug 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Private rents table
| Indicator | 08-2026 | 07-2026 | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | 11-2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual rental price change by local authority | |||||||||||
| Liverpool | 5.58 | 5.71 | 5.93 | 6.16 | 6.31 | 6.38 | 6.58 | 7 | 7.46 | 8.28 | |
| Manchester | 4.2 | 3.78 | 3.51 | 3.19 | 3.03 | 2.84 | 2.94 | 3.16 | 3.41 | 3.88 |
Understanding annual rental price change in Liverpool, England
Drawing from extensive administrative tenancy databases, this series indexes the annual percentage variation in private residential rental prices for Liverpool within the United Kingdom statistical framework. The measure captures private market lettings across various property sizes while excluding social housing, employer-provided quarters, and long-term leasehold properties. Its standalone focus provides insight into the urban rental dynamics of this specific local authority, distinguishing it from surrounding suburban or rural regions.
In analysing the series, stakeholders should rely on twelve-month percentage comparisons to eliminate seasonal distortions associated with academic terms and job relocation cycles. Early estimates are provisional and subject to standard administrative revisions as late data is processed. Users must exercise caution when comparing these percentage figures against broader economic inflation measures, as rental market pressures often follow distinct economic cycles.
Frequently asked questions
- Does this series reflect changes in social housing rents?
- No, social housing is entirely excluded from the private rental price index.
- Why is the twelve-month comparison preferred over monthly changes?
- The twelve-month comparison removes seasonal leasing effects that can distort short-term monthly movements.
- Are provisional estimates revised later?
- Yes, early estimates are updated as more comprehensive administrative records are integrated in later releases.