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.
MENLO CLOSE, CH43 9YD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MENLO CLOSE, CH43 9YD.
260
58
£ 38,100 /yr
32%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Townfield Primary School
Ridgeway High School
Birkenhead High School Academy
Hillside Primary School
Oxton St Saviour's CofE Aided Primary School
St Anselm's College
St Peter's Catholic Primary School
Bidston Avenue Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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, 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
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Casa Mia0.5 km
- New Townfield Valley0.5 km
- Papadoms0.5 km
- Bamboo Kitchen0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Riverhill Hotel0.9 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Prenton Bargain Beers0.5 km
- Simply Food and Drinks0.6 km
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
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Postcode Profile: CH439YD · Data under Open Government Licence