CH43 9HW is a safe, established residential area on Rivington Avenue, 0.8km from Noctorum in Birkenhead. Administratively it sits within Claughton ward and the Birkenhead constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £205k.
Census 2021 statistics for CH43 9HW are sourced from Output Area E00036276 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RIVINGTON AVENUE, CH43 9HW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RIVINGTON AVENUE, CH43 9HW.
300
44
£ 42,700 /yr
53%
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
CH43 9HW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 82% 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 9HW. The average age is 43.8. 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
£ 171,565
10 sales · Mean £ 174,413
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CH43 9HW has low crime rates — 15 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
Ridgeway High School
Hillside Primary School
Oxton St Saviour's CofE Aided Primary School
St Peter's Catholic Primary School
Woodchurch High School
Foxfield School
Birkenhead High School Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- St Anselms Sports Ground0.9 km
- Eats N Treats0.3 km
- Our Happy Hub, St Andrew's Centre0.7 km
- Subway0.2 km
- Townfield Cafe Limited0.2 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Morrisons Daily0.9 km
- Prenton Bargain Beers0.2 km
- Simply Food and Drinks0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Caernarvon Castle0.7 km
- Wirral Hundred0.3 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co Operative Retail Services Ltd0.7 km
- McColls0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Bamboo Kitchen0.9 km
- Papadoms0.2 km
- Casa Mia0.2 km
- New Townfield Valley0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Riverhill Hotel1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Upton1.4 km
- Birkenhead Park2.5 km
- Conway Park2.6 km
Bus Stops
- Hogarth Drive0.3 km
- Hogarth Drive0.3 km
- Hargrave Avenue0.4 km
- Churton Avenue0.4 km
- Flatt Lane0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: CH439HW · Data under Open Government Licence