Properties in these Merseyside postcodes have surged in popularity this year.
Since the property market reopened in May it has experienced a mini boom, with UK house prices hitting a record high in recent months.
The surge in demand comes after a temporary holiday on stamp duty was announced for properties under £500,000.
According to free online estate agent Strike, the number of offers accepted on homes in Liverpool in 2020 was up 53% year on year.
Despite a seven-week property market freeze and multiple lockdowns, viewing requests for properties in the city also rose by a staggering 46% compared to 2019.
Strike analysed HMRC Land Registry data to reveal the top five hotspot postcodes in the region for home buyers and sellers in 2020.
We took a look at these areas and found affordable properties that are on the market there, to show you what you can get for your money.
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L32 - Kirkby
According to Strike, Kirkby is one of the most popular postcodes in Merseyside with 65 properties selling there in 2020 and the average house price coming in at £211,266.
This property on Pondwater Close in Kirkby is on the market £110,000 and is ideal for a first time buyer.
Situated just off Bewley Drive it boats of two double bedrooms and a modern kitchen that leads out onto a good sized garden.
It's within walking distance of the local train station, nearby schools and other amenities.
For more information and to view the Right Move listing click here.
L36 4 - Huyton with Roby
The second postcode hotspot in the region is L36 4 which covers Huyton with Roby. Total house sales in 2020 were 65 and the average house price was £176,167.
This semi-detatched property on Rosebank Road comes in underneath the average asking price for the area at £145,000.
New to the market, it has three bedrooms and is immaculate throughout.
On the ground floor, a modern lounge leads out onto a large garden, which would be perfect for a family.
Meanwhile, upstairs there is a good sized master bedroom, a second double and a single bedroom, along with a family bathroom.
For more information and to view the listing on Right Move click here.
L12 0 - West Derby with Croxteth Park
The postcode L12 0 - West Derby, with Croxteth Park also made the list with 48 homes selling in the area in 2020. The average house price in 2020 was £163,749.
Ready to move right into, this three bedroom home on Tollerton Road is on the market for £160,000.
On the ground floor you'll find a cosy sitting room full of character and fitted with a lovely fire place.
Also downstairs is a large modern kitchen/diner which leads out to the back garden.
For more information or to view the listing click here.
L1 6 - City centre
Another popular postcode in Merseyside is unsurprisingly L1 6 in the city centre. According to Strike total home sales in 2020 were 46 and the average house price was £91,105.
Tucked away behind the Benson Court development in the city centre is this two bedroom detached cottage style home.
The Grade II listed building on Benson Street, which has original features throughout, is on the market for £165,000.
The property comprises of an entrance hall, generous sized lounge with a terrace, a newly fitted kitchen, double bedroom and family bathroom.
On the second floor you'll find another double bedroom with its own skylight.
Being based in the city centre means it's within walking distance of shops, bars and restaurants.
For more information and to view the property listing click here.
L25 5 - Woolton
The last postcode on the list was L25 5 for Woolton, with 44 homes selling in the area last year. The average house price in 2020 was £235,472.
If you're looking for a house with character this cottage on Rose Street could be the perfect fit.
Being situated close to Woolton's High Street, means the property is within walking distance of many popular shops, bars and restaurants in the village.
It boasts of character throughout and comes with two double debrooms, one of which has an exposed sandstone chimney breast.
For more information and to view the listing click here.
