Is CH62 0BQ a safe place to live?

Yes, CH62 0BQ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 30 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in CH62 0BQ?

The average property price in CH62 0BQ is currently around £265k.

What is the population of CH62 0BQ?

The population for the CH62 0BQ area is approximately 368 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Wirral, North West

WOOD HEATH WAY, CH62 0BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOOD HEATH WAY, CH62 0BQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

368

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 39,200 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CH62 0BQ 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.

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3/10

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7/10

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5/10

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10/10

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1/10

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9/10

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4/10

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7/10

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5/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates CH62 0BQ — age 36, 82% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 21.3% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CH62 0BQ is a safe, established residential area on Wood Heath Way, 0.1km from Carlett Park in Wirral. Administratively it sits within Eastham ward and the Wirral South constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £265k, up 21.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CH62 0BQ are sourced from Output Area E00185153 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CH62 0BQ. The average age is 35.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.8%

Asian / British Asian1.9%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

58%Active

FT: 44%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 234,950

5 sales · Mean £ 247,789

Terraced

£ 217,475

2 sales · Mean £ 217,475

Detached

£ 334,500

3 sales · Mean £ 352,833

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CH62 0BQ has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences6

Drugs5

Anti-social behaviour4

Criminal damage and arson2

Other theft1

school Local Schools

Christ The King Catholic Primary School

Good421 pupils1.1 km

Mendell Primary School

Requires Improvement194 pupils1.3 km

Heygarth Primary School

Good414 pupils1.5 km

Raeburn Primary School

Good458 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Woodlands Guest House0.9 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby

Silver River Fish & Chips0.7 km
Royal Sizzler0.9 km

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

The Village Newsagent1.0 km
Jaams News & Wine0.7 km
Park Leverhulme (Texaco)1.0 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby

Eastham Ferry Hotel0.6 km
The Tap0.6 km
Hooton Arms0.9 km
Anselmians Rugby Club0.9 km
Home Guard Old Comrades Assn0.7 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe