CH49 0TE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ford Road, 0.4km from Upton in Birkenhead. Administratively it sits within Upton ward and the Wirral West constituency.
For families considering a move, CH49 0TE represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £152k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for CH49 0TE are sourced from Output Area E00037015 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FORD ROAD, CH49 0TE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORD ROAD, CH49 0TE.
241
48
£ 41,200 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CH49 0TE represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
CH49 0TE is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 48 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CH49 0TE. The average age is 48.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Semi-Detached
£ 128,250
6 sales · Mean £ 122,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CH49 0TE has low crime rates — 27 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
Upton Hall School FCJ
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Upton
Overchurch Infant School
Overchurch Junior School
Gilbrook School
Hayfield School
St Peter's Catholic Primary School
Ganneys Meadow Nursery School and Family Centre
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.2 km
- Hursts Bakery0.2 km
- Toppies0.9 km
- Heseltine Butchers0.1 km
- Kibesh Food and Wine Ltd1.0 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Kerala Kitchen0.2 km
- The Little Butty Box0.9 km
- Bake My Day0.1 km
- McDonalds0.6 km
- Shah Jalal0.2 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.2 km
- Savas Pizza and Kebab House0.2 km
- Silver City0.2 km
- Summer Place Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
- Truly Scrumptious0.9 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Eagle & Crown0.1 km
- Gravesberie Inn0.9 km
- Horse And Jockey0.2 km
- Upton Cricket Club0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Morrisons Daily1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Upton0.8 km
- Leasowe2.6 km
- Moreton (Merseyside)2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Salacre Lane0.1 km
- Tinas Way0.2 km
- Ford Road0.2 km
- Newton Way0.2 km
- Wroxham Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CH490TE · Data under Open Government Licence