Postcode Analysis Wirral, North West

WATERPARK CLOSE, CH43 0RU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATERPARK CLOSE, CH43 0RU.

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Population

319

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 43,900 /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.

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8/10
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10/10
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5/10
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7/10
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1/10
paymentsAffluence
6/10
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6/10
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8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

CH43 0RU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 87% 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. Property prices are trending down 13.5% year-on-year.

home £242,500 median price shield Safety 8/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CH43 0RU is a safe, established residential area on Waterpark Close, 0.6km from Prenton in Birkenhead. Administratively it sits within Prenton ward and the Birkenhead constituency.

For families considering a move, CH43 0RU represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £242k, down 13.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CH43 0RU are sourced from Output Area E00036776 (shared with 12 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 0RU. The average age is 41.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.4%
Asian / British Asian2.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.1%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 32%
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

£ 199,975

4 sales · Mean £ 202,487

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

CH43 0RU has low crime rates — 22 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 offences70
Public order15
Anti-social behaviour9
Other theft9
Criminal damage and arson5

school Local Schools

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Prenton Primary School

Good395 pupils0.3 km
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Oxton St Saviour's CofE Aided Primary School

Good228 pupils0.7 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Birkenhead

Good314 pupils1.1 km
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Townfield Primary School

Good512 pupils1.2 km
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St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School

Good227 pupils1.4 km
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Devonshire Park Primary School

Good460 pupils1.5 km
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Foxfield School

Good151 pupils1.5 km
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Woodchurch Road Primary School

Requires Improvement291 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Panache Catering1.0 km
  • Prenton Methodist Church0.3 km
  • Thai Rooster Kitchen Ltd0.7 km
  • Caffe Dolce1.0 km
  • Chaii0.8 km
  • + 6 more
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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Argos Ltd0.8 km
  • Home Bargains0.5 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.5 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.6 km
  • Raan Thai1.0 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Prenton Golf Club0.9 km
  • The Saddle Club0.6 km
  • Halfway House Public House0.9 km
  • The Dell0.4 km
  • Bar 3610.7 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Casa Express0.8 km
  • Orchid0.7 km
  • Sun Wah0.6 km
  • Brunchies0.4 km
  • Chinese Kitchen0.4 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Aldi0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's0.7 km
  • Farmfoods0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Conway Park2.6 km
  • Upton2.7 km
  • Rock Ferry2.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Goldsmith Way0.3 km
  • Dovedale Close0.3 km
  • Prenton Village Road0.3 km
  • Waterpark Road0.3 km
  • Goldsmith Road0.3 km