CH48 9YA is a sought-after residential area on Farndon Drive, 0.4km from Newton in West Kirby. Administratively it sits within West Kirby and Thurstaston ward and the Wirral West constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CH48, CH48 9YA offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 86% 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £226k, up 11.5% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for CH48 9YA are sourced from Output Area E00036790 (shared with 28 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FARNDON DRIVE, CH48 9YA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FARNDON DRIVE, CH48 9YA.
253
49
£ 56,300 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CH48 9YA 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. CH48 9YA's low deprivation rank, 86% ownership, and £226k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 11.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CH48 9YA. The average age is 49.0. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 225,000
11 sales · Mean £ 224,272
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CH48 9YA has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hilbre High School
Black Horse Hill Infant School
Black Horse Hill Junior School
Calday Grange Grammar School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Ridger0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Cheungs Supper Bar0.9 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- MP Food & Wine0.9 km
- Newton Post Office0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Leaf Tea Shop And Bar0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- West Kirby1.9 km
- Hoylake2.2 km
- Manor Road2.3 km
Bus Stops
- Woodland Road0.3 km
- Fulton Avenue0.3 km
- Woodland Road0.3 km
- Hilbre High School0.3 km
- Woodland Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CH489YA · Data under Open Government Licence