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We have published a range of economic indicators about Liverpool for the benefit of those interested in tracking the City's economic characteristics and performance and in recent years its dramatic improvement. Research and up to date analysis can also be found on many of our partner’s websites, details of which are included on these pages.

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To supplement data that is available from official statistical sources (quoted), we also undertake a programme of primary research. Research reports can be downloaded here.

We hope you find the information of use and interest. We have picked out some of the headline facts below:-

• In recent years Liverpool has seen a reversal of its long term population decline. In particular the 20-29 age group has seen a positive increase signalling that many more young people are moving to and staying in the city.
   
• Total GVA grew by 6.2% to £6.5 bn in 2003, surpassing both the national rate of growth (5.5%) and growth in the North West (5.4%). Total GVA per head now stands at £14,619, higher than the regional average.
   
• Property prices are increasing, but remain below the national average.
   
• Vat registrations, as a % of VAT stock, are higher than rates in the North West, Merseyside and Nationally. However, VAT de-registrations also remain high, a fact which business organisations within the city are actively seeking to redress.
   
• There has been strong growth in the total number of jobs in Liverpool, exceeding the rate of growth of the North West, Merseyside and Great Britain over the period 1998 -2004.
   
• Employment distribution across the sectors is broadly similar to the pattern seen across Great Britain, with the exception of manufacturing where only 7% of jobs are in this sector as opposed to 14 % in the North West and 12 % for Great Britain as a whole. Despite the smaller manufacturing base, the city is home to regionally significant, specialist pharmaceutical and automotive manufacturing industries. Banking, finance and insurance continue to be strong sectors of employment within the city as does public administration.