CH43 9QT is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Kilmalcolm Close, 0.7km from Birkenhead in Birkenhead. Administratively it sits within Oxton ward and the Birkenhead constituency.
For serious buyers, CH43 9QT is a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. Residents here average 58 years — a mature, stable demographic with deep roots in the area and very low property turnover. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £500k.
Census 2021 statistics for CH43 9QT are sourced from Output Area E00036698 (shared with 32 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KILMALCOLM CLOSE, CH43 9QT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KILMALCOLM CLOSE, CH43 9QT.
260
58
£ 38,100 /yr
32%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CH43 9QT 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
CH43 9QT is a settled retirement community — average age 58, 92% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £500k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CH43 9QT. The average age is 57.8. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 500,000
1 sales · Mean £ 500,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CH43 9QT has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Townfield Primary School
Birkenhead High School Academy
Oxton St Saviour's CofE Aided Primary School
St Anselm's College
Ridgeway High School
Hillside Primary School
Bidston Avenue Primary School
St Peter's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Royal Air Force Association (RAFA)0.8 km
- Caernarvon Castle0.2 km
- Oxton Conservative Club0.9 km
- Wirral Hundred0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Twentysixteen coffee and kitchen1.0 km
- Eats N Treats0.7 km
- Subway0.7 km
- Townfield Cafe Limited0.7 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Bon Bakery1.0 km
- Prenton Bargain Beers0.6 km
- Simply Food and Drinks0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- McColls0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Bamboo Kitchen0.4 km
- Casa Mia0.6 km
- New Townfield Valley0.6 km
- Papadoms0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Riverhill Hotel0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Upton1.8 km
- Birkenhead Park2.0 km
- Conway Park2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Wexford Road0.2 km
- Wexford Road0.2 km
- Westminster Court0.3 km
- Budworth Road0.3 km
- Willow Lea0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CH439QT · Data under Open Government Licence