Clarence Road is in Birkenhead and in Wirral district. CH42 7JR is located in the Prenton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Birkenhead. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Clarence Road, Birkenhead, CH42 7JR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH42 7JS, CH42 7JY, CH42 7JL, CH42 7JU, CH42 7JT, CH42 7JP, CH42 7JZ, CH42 9QA, CH42 7LB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH42 7JR has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.1% | 47.7% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 51.9% | 52.3% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CH42 7JR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 44.6% | 42.5% | -2.1% | 37.9% | 4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.3% | 43.2% | 1.9% | 44.2% | -1.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 8.9% | 2.2% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 6% | 3.2% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.6% | 48.3% | 5.7% | 48.4% | -0.1% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 32.9% | -4.3% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 15% | 13.6% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 3.9% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.4% | 11.3% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 12.1% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 15.2% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 7.8% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.4% | 23% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.2% | 30.1% | 2.9% | 33.8% | -3.7% |
| Other | 3% | 0.4% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.5% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 97.8% | 92.5% | -5.3% | 81.4% | 11.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 91.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.8% | 91.9% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 3.9% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 92.2% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7.2% | 6.9% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.5% | 76.7% | 15.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38% | 37.2% | 0.8% |
| Christian | 49.1% | 46.2% | 2.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.4% | 6.5% | -4.1% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clarence Road was 28.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 88.1% lower than the Birkenhead and Tranmere average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Clarence Road has the 17th lowest crime rate of 111 local areas in Birkenhead and Tranmere and the 332nd lowest crime rate of 1,057 local areas in Wirral .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Clarence Road, Birkenhead, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £288,000 | 2025-02-14 | £304,663 |
| 2 Clarence Road, Birkenhead, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £212,750 | 2024-08-22 | £228,811 |
| 12 Clarence Road, Birkenhead, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £397,500 | 2023-02-09 | £442,698 |
| 4 Clarence Road, Birkenhead, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £189,000 | 2021-03-29 | £236,412 |
| 18 Clarence Road, Birkenhead, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2019-04-23 | £226,132 |
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Other | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ganneys Meadow Nursery School and Family Centre New Hey Road , Woodchurch CH49 8HB | 4out of 4 | 3,582 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Somerville Nursery School Brentwood Street , CH44 4BB | 3out of 4 | 4,013 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodchurch Road Primary School Woodchurch Road , Oxton CH42 9LJ | 2out of 4 | 313 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonshire Park Primary School Temple Road , CH42 9JX | 3out of 4 | 398 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Birkenhead Woodchurch Road , Oxton CH43 5UT | 2out of 4 | 524 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mersey Park Primary School Elm Road , Higher Tranmere CH42 0PH | 4out of 4 | 645 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkenhead Christ Church CofE Primary School Mount Grove , CH41 2UJ | 3out of 4 | 811 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prenton High School for Girls Hesketh Avenue , Rock Ferry CH42 6RR | 3out of 4 | 1,220 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Birkenhead Park School Park Road South , CH43 4UY | 2out of 4 | 1,703 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anselm's College Manor Hill , CH43 1UQ | 3out of 4 | 1,867 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ridgeway High School Noctorum Avenue , Noctorum CH43 9EB | 2out of 4 | 2,933 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Plessington Catholic College Old Chester Road , Bebington CH63 7LF | 4out of 4 | 2,940 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wirral Metropolitan College Conway Park Campus , Conway Park CH41 4NT | - not rated | 2,047 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkenhead Sixth Form College Park Road West , Claughton CH43 8SQ | - not rated | 2,603 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| LIPA Sixth Form College Mount Street , L1 9HF | - not rated | 5,113 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The City of Liverpool College Clarence Street , L3 5TP | - not rated | 5,388 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birkenhead High School Academy 86 Devonshire Place , CH43 1TY | 4out of 4 | 1,745 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prenton Preparatory School Mount Pleasant , Oxton CH43 5SY | - not rated | 797 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Wirral The Hive , Bright Street CH41 4EA | - not rated | 1,566 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkenhead School 58 Beresford Road , Oxton CH43 2JD | - not rated | 1,818 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Hamilton Square 60 Hamilton Square , Wirral CH41 5AT | - not rated | 2,336 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kilgarth School Cavendish Street , CH41 8BA | 4out of 4 | 2,779 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Last Slice | 742 Borough Road, Tranere | 167 yd | |
| Saffron Birkenhead | 718 Borough Road | 170 yd | |
| Break Time Cafe | Break Time Cafe, Tranmere | 179 yd | |
| Sombrero | 712 Borough Road, Tranmere | 179 yd | |
| Heathers Deli & Diner | 704 Borough Road, Tranmere | 182 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Prenton Park | 796 Borough Road, Tranmere | 261 yd | |
| Beehive Public House | Beehive, 80 Church Road | 450 yd | |
| The Sportsmans Arms | 9 Prenton Road East | 468 yd | |
| The Birch Tree | 17 Prenton Road West, Prenton | 521 yd | |
| Cock & Pullet | The Cock And Pullet, 100 Woodchurch Road | 590 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rubys Fish & Chips | 728 Borough Road, Tranmere | 163 yd | |
| Mykonos Limited | 708-710 Borough Road, Tranmere | 178 yd | |
| Georgio's | 772 Borough Road, Tranmere | 217 yd | |
| Eastern Delight | Eastern Delight, Tranmere | 261 yd | |
| Captain Tony's | 790 Borough Road, Tranmere | 309 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 790-794 Borough Road, Tranmere | 261 yd | |
| Tesco | (Unit 1) 790, Borough Road | 286 yd | |
| Co-op Tranmere Court | 8 Tranmere Court, Church Road | 680 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Limited | Unit A, 6 Woodchurch Road, Oxton | 898 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 125-127 Mount Road, Tranmere | 998 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tranmere Rovers (Prenton Park) PRENTON PARK PRENTON PARK PRENTON ROAD WEST | grass pitches | 475 yd |
| Titans Gym (Closed) Church Road | health and fitness suite | 495 yd |
| Titans Gym (Closed) 46a 46a Church Road | health and fitness suite | 648 yd |
| Borough Road Playing Fields BOROUGH ROAD | grass pitches | 774 yd |
| Shaftesbury Youth Club SHAFTESBURY YOUTH CLUB SHAFTESBURY YOUTH CLUB MENDIP ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 819 yd |
| Christ Church C Of E Primary School MOUNT GROVE | 834 yd | |
| Victoria Park BEBINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 886 yd |
| Prenton Lawn Tennis Club STORETON ROAD | tennis courts | 951 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 137.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.