CH49 0TX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Grafton Drive, 0.6km from Upton in Birkenhead. Administratively it sits within Upton ward and the Wirral West constituency.
For families considering a move, CH49 0TX represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £285k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for CH49 0TX are sourced from Output Area E00037016 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GRAFTON DRIVE, CH49 0TX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRAFTON DRIVE, CH49 0TX.
299
44
£ 33,500 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
CH49 0TX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 81% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CH49 0TX. The average age is 44.0. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 262,475
10 sales · Mean £ 270,345
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CH49 0TX has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. 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
Gilbrook School
St Peter's Catholic Primary School
Fender Primary School
Ganneys Meadow Nursery School and Family Centre
Overchurch Junior School
Overchurch Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.5 km
- Hursts Bakery0.5 km
- Lees Pharmacy0.9 km
- Sayers0.9 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Kerala Kitchen0.5 km
- The Little Butty Box1.0 km
- Gravity Health & Fitness Club0.5 km
- Noya0.5 km
- St Mary's Church Hall0.5 km
- + 8 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.5 km
- Golden Dinner1.0 km
- Savas Pizza and Kebab House0.5 km
- Silver City0.5 km
- Summer Place Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Eagle & Crown0.5 km
- Horse And Jockey0.6 km
- Upton Cricket Club0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Upton0.5 km
- Leasowe2.8 km
- Bidston3.0 km
Bus Stops
- Wroxham Drive0.1 km
- Ford Drive0.2 km
- Ford Drive0.2 km
- Camden Mews0.2 km
- Benedict Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CH490TX · Data under Open Government Licence