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.
BACKFORD CLOSE, CH43 2NB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BACKFORD CLOSE, CH43 2NB.
280
44
£ 42,700 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Townfield Primary School
Oxton St Saviour's CofE Aided Primary School
Ridgeway High School
St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School
Foxfield School
Woodchurch High School
Prenton Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Birkenhead
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Prenton Bargain Beers0.4 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.5 km
- Morrisons Daily0.4 km
- Home Bargains0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Caernarvon Castle0.9 km
- Wirral Hundred0.3 km
- The Dell0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Eats N Treats0.3 km
- Bethany Chapel0.5 km
- Subway0.3 km
- Townfield Cafe Limited0.3 km
- Nemesis0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- McColls0.4 km
- Aldi0.8 km
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, 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
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Postcode Profile: CH432NB · Data under Open Government Licence