CH49 0UW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Mavis Drive, 0.3km from Arrowe Hill in Birkenhead. Administratively it sits within Upton ward and the Wirral West constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a low density wholesale and retail zone — low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £208k, up 32.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CH49 0UW are sourced from Output Area E00185159 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAVIS DRIVE, CH49 0UW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAVIS DRIVE, CH49 0UW.
326
40
£ 41,200 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CH49 0UW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
CH49 0UW is an established family neighbourhood — 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 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. Property prices are trending up 32.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CH49 0UW. The average age is 39.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 185,000
12 sales · Mean £ 186,149
Terraced
£ 161,250
2 sales · Mean £ 161,250
Detached
£ 184,250
2 sales · Mean £ 184,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CH49 0UW is moderate at 54 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
Gilbrook School
Meadowside School
Woodchurch CofE Primary School
Upton Hall School FCJ
Fender Primary School
Ganneys Meadow Nursery School and Family Centre
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Upton
Brookdale Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Arrowe Stores0.9 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
- Hursts Bakery0.7 km
- Lees Pharmacy0.8 km
- Sayers0.8 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Cathys0.9 km
- Kerala Kitchen0.7 km
- The Little Butty Box0.3 km
- Activity For All LTD0.8 km
- Arrowe Park Hospital & The Retreat0.8 km
- + 12 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Mario Pizza0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza0.7 km
- Golden Dinner0.8 km
- Savas Pizza and Kebab House0.7 km
- Silver City0.7 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Woodchurch Hotel0.9 km
- Eagle & Crown0.8 km
- Gravesberie Inn1.0 km
- Horse And Jockey0.8 km
- Upton Cricket Club0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Upton1.2 km
- Leasowe3.4 km
- Moreton (Merseyside)3.5 km
Bus Stops
- Leeswood Road0.1 km
- Leeswood Road0.1 km
- Arrowe Brook Road0.2 km
- Arrowe Park Road0.2 km
- Arrowe Brook Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CH490UW · Data under Open Government Licence