Residents in a Merseyside area are "plagued" by countless issues on a daily basis and they are "not surprised" to see house prices plummet.
The ECHO previously reported the varying house prices across Merseyside, with some areas seeing valuations soar during the pandemic.
However, some are decreasing.
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According to the latest figures, the area to lose the most value was Page Moss in Knowsley, which saw the price of the average property drop from £157,998 in the year to June 2020 to £125,000 in the year to June 2021.
It’s a drop of 21%, and a loss of £32,998 in value.
Residents of Page Moss were quick to have their say as they told the ECHO they deal with "countless issues" which contribute to declining prices.
One person said: "Page Moss has undergone a failed regeneration programme which has seen it lose hundreds of social housing to be replaced with overpriced private properties.
"We have lost all facilities including numerous youth clubs, libraries and a failed secondary education system. We have a major rodent infestation in the area which has been highlighted for years with a lack of action.
"That is just the tip of the ice-burg."
One Page Moss local said it was "no surprise" that house prices are falling, while another added: "There's not enough here".
Another said it was "disgusting" whilst a third said there was "awful rat infestation, gangs of youths and thefts".
However, despite the lowering house prices, this could be the perfect opportunity for first-time buyers struggling to get on the property ladder.
Locals were also quick to support their community where everyone "gets on with everyone" as there is "bad in every area".
One resident said: "All I can say is it's one big community, everyone gets on with everyone even if you don't know a person who lives in Page Moss, you always walk past and say good morning or even a hello.
"I couldn't see myself living anywhere else, even if I had money or rich and famous I would still be in Page Moss. I'm 28 and still live with my mother but I know when it is time to move I wouldn't move from here.
"There is positive neighbour support, no-one would see anyone without. Yes, you hear some bad things, but until you live in the area you will see for yourself."
The sense of community certainly rings true back in December when Rhiann Canavan, from Page Moss, created a "winter wonderland" grotto for families who may not have been be to afford other similar events.
Rhiann has been praised for the work she does with youth clubs and providing opportunities for the elderly, as well as helping people on their employment journey.
One person said: "Rhiann literally looks after everyone. If you needed something and went to her you can guarantee she would do everything in her power to help you."
One resident said it was a "real community feel", adding: "The work she does is amazing. Also Page Moss Trinity Church on Huyton House Road, they run free community groups and the Olive Branch community shop where residents can buy 10 items of shopping for £3.50."
The Page Moss Lane Baptist Church is open for people in surrounding areas to enjoy a "safe" and "community orientated" environment.
A spokesman said: "There are a few bad things that happen but it's like anywhere. It's a very mixed area and it's not fair to slur everyone with the same brush.
"We run a few events like a morning for separated parents and we held a Christmas Fair here which hundreds came to.
"People do want to come to those community events and we do try to make that community space. From our experience it's a very safe environment and we have people from all surrounding areas."
Page Moss is also home to nearby parks that be enjoyed by residents near and far.
Also seeing steep losses were Northwood in Knowsley (£105,000, down 19% from £129,950), and St Michaels in Knowsley (£129,975, down 19% from £160,000).
The figures are a crude average and don’t take into account the type of property sold. As such, the average price may be skewed for wards that have seen a small number of sales in the last year.
Increases and decreases might also reflect change in the types of property sold, for example if lots of new flats have been built in an area that was previously made up of detached homes.
Prescot South saw an average of £150,000 down 18% from £181,998.
When approached about the rat problem in the area, a spokesperson for Knowsley council previously said: “The Council has carried out a number of actions in the Page Moss area.
“We are working with United Utilities on the sewer baiting programme, have sent information to residents about how they can reduce the risk of rats infesting their gardens and properties, and are working with owners of land in the area to clear some sites where waste has been allowed to accumulate.
“When we receive reports of rat infestation, we also worked with owners and occupiers of properties to identify the source of any infestation and any structural defects which are allowing pests to gain access.
“If residents are experiencing problems, they should contact our Environmental Health Team on 0151 443 4712 or through environmentalhealth@knowsley.go.uk.”
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