CH43 7YF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Bidston in Birkenhead. Administratively it sits within Bidston and St James ward and the Birkenhead constituency.
For families considering a move, CH43 7YF represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for CH43 7YF are sourced from Output Area E00036278 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CH43 7YF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CH43 7YF.
486
40
£ 40,900 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CH43 7YF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
CH43 7YF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 40, 85% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CH43 7YF. The average age is 40.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CH43 7YF has low crime rates — 49 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Paul's Catholic Primary School
Manor Primary School
The Observatory School
Bidston Village CofE (Controlled) Primary School
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
Bidston Avenue Primary School
Hayfield School
Sandbrook Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Sayers0.6 km
- Village Stores0.4 km
- Fender Post Office0.4 km
- Community Shop0.4 km
- Morsy Lewis Pharmacy0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Beechwood Fast Food Take Away0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bidston1.3 km
- Upton1.3 km
- Birkenhead North1.7 km
Bus Stops
- Beechwood Drive0.4 km
- Beechwood Drive0.4 km
- Bidston Green Drive0.4 km
- Bidston Green Drive0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: CH437YF · Data under Open Government Licence