Postcode Analysis Wirral, North West

MENLO CLOSE, CH43 9YD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MENLO CLOSE, CH43 9YD.

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Population

260

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Avg Age

58

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Avg Income

£ 38,100 /yr

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Employed

32%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CH43 9YD 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.

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9/10
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7/10
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8/10
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3/10
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4/10
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9/10
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5/10
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10/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Average age 58, 92% owned. CH43 9YD is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £352k reflects the demand.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CH43 9YD is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Menlo Close, 0.6km from Birkenhead in Birkenhead. Administratively it sits within Oxton ward and the Birkenhead constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CH43, CH43 9YD offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 58 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £352k.

Census 2021 statistics for CH43 9YD are sourced from Output Area E00036698 (shared with 32 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 9YD. 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

White / British88.2%
Asian / British Asian9.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

32%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 367,642

4 sales · Mean £ 370,071

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

CH43 9YD has low crime rates — 9 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.

Violence and sexual offences13
Burglary5
Public order3
Criminal damage and arson3
Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

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Townfield Primary School

Good512 pupils0.5 km
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Ridgeway High School

Requires Improvement877 pupils0.8 km
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Birkenhead High School Academy

Outstanding1199 pupils0.9 km
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Hillside Primary School

Good188 pupils0.9 km
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Oxton St Saviour's CofE Aided Primary School

Good228 pupils1.0 km
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St Anselm's College

Good977 pupils1.1 km
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St Peter's Catholic Primary School

Good170 pupils1.2 km
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Bidston Avenue Primary School

Good460 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Royal Air Force Association (RAFA)1.0 km
  • Wirral Golf Club0.9 km
  • Caernarvon Castle0.4 km
  • Wirral Hundred0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Gallaghers at Wirral Golf Club0.9 km
  • St Anselms Sports Ground1.0 km
  • Subway0.6 km
  • Townfield Cafe Limited0.6 km
  • Eats N Treats0.6 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Casa Mia0.5 km
  • New Townfield Valley0.5 km
  • Papadoms0.5 km
  • Bamboo Kitchen0.6 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Riverhill Hotel0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Prenton Bargain Beers0.5 km
  • Simply Food and Drinks0.6 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co Operative Retail Services Ltd0.9 km
  • McColls0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Upton1.5 km
  • Birkenhead Park2.2 km
  • Conway Park2.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Wexford Road0.3 km
  • Wexford Road0.3 km
  • Budworth Road0.4 km
  • Westminster Court0.4 km
  • Flatt Lane0.5 km