Postcode Analysis Wirral, North West

BACKFORD CLOSE, CH43 2NB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BACKFORD CLOSE, CH43 2NB.

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Population

280

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 42,700 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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9/10
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7/10
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8/10
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1/10
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4/10
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7/10
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9/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CH43 2NB spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CH43 2NB is a safe, established residential area on Backford Close, 1.1km from Oxton in Birkenhead. Administratively it sits within Oxton ward and the Birkenhead constituency.

For families considering a move, CH43 2NB represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 91% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £190k.

Census 2021 statistics for CH43 2NB are sourced from Output Area E00036709 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CH43 2NB. The average age is 44.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.1%
Asian / British Asian1.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 174,000

8 sales · Mean £ 174,525

Terraced

£ 134,000

3 sales · Mean £ 147,333

Detached

£ 160,000

1 sales · Mean £ 160,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CH43 2NB has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences39
Public order11
Anti-social behaviour8
Criminal damage and arson8
Shoplifting5

school Local Schools

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Townfield Primary School

Good512 pupils0.5 km
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Oxton St Saviour's CofE Aided Primary School

Good228 pupils0.6 km
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Ridgeway High School

Requires Improvement877 pupils0.9 km
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St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School

Good227 pupils1.0 km
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Foxfield School

Good151 pupils1.1 km
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Woodchurch High School

Good1436 pupils1.1 km
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Prenton Primary School

Good395 pupils1.2 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Birkenhead

Good314 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Prenton Bargain Beers0.4 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.5 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.4 km
  • Home Bargains0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Caernarvon Castle0.9 km
  • Wirral Hundred0.3 km
  • The Dell0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Eats N Treats0.3 km
  • Bethany Chapel0.5 km
  • Subway0.3 km
  • Townfield Cafe Limited0.3 km
  • Nemesis0.9 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • McColls0.4 km
  • Aldi0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Casa Mia0.4 km
  • New Townfield Valley0.4 km
  • Dhaka Indian Takeaway0.9 km
  • Papadoms0.3 km
  • Sun Wah0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Riverhill Hotel0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Upton1.9 km
  • Conway Park2.5 km
  • Birkenhead Park2.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Oulton Way0.2 km
  • Oulton Way0.2 km
  • Churton Avenue0.2 km
  • Hargrave Avenue0.2 km
  • Oulton Close0.3 km