Prenton Way is in North Cheshire Trading Estate, Prenton and in Wirral district. CH43 3AA 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 Prenton Way, North Cheshire Trading Estate, Prenton, CH43 3AA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH43 3DS, CH43 3DU, CH43 3HE, CH43 3AX, CH43 3BG, CH43 3HF, CH43 3BA, CH43 3EZ, CH43 3AZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CH43 3AA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.5% | 51.7% | -3.8% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 44.5% | 48.3% | 3.8% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.7% | 37.7% | 8.0% | 37.9% | -0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.6% | 46.2% | -2.4% | 44.2% | 2.0% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3.7% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 7.3% | -2.8% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 5.1% | -3.6% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 47.5% | 51.1% | 3.6% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 31.3% | -2.2% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 13.8% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 3.1% | -2.8% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 21.4% | 15.7% | -5.7% | 18.2% | -2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 10.2% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 16.1% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 6.6% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 21.2% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 21% | 29.2% | 8.2% | 33.8% | -4.6% |
| Other | 6.2% | 1.1% | -5.1% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97% | 95.3% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 96.7% | 96.2% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 3.1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| 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 | 96.7% | 96.2% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.1% | 76.7% | 12.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 10.6% | 13.5% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.2% | 37.2% | -3.0% |
| Christian | 58% | 46.2% | 11.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Prenton Way was 124.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 146.7% higher than the Claughton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Prenton Way has the 2nd highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Claughton and the 176th highest crime rate of 1,057 local areas in Wirral .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prenton Delivery Office Prenton Way, Prenton, Merseyside Other, an established residential building | £136,512 | 2017-09-25 | £166,252 |
CH43 3AA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 103 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| 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 | 1,723 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School New Hey Road , Upton CH49 5LE | 3out of 4 | 801 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prenton Primary School Bramwell Avenue , CH43 0RQ | 3out of 4 | 1,091 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Townfield Primary School Townfield Lane , CH43 2LH | 3out of 4 | 1,388 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fender Primary School New Hey Road , Woodchurch CH49 8HB | 2out of 4 | 1,723 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodchurch CofE Primary School Church Lane , Woodchurch CH49 7LS | 3out of 4 | 1,802 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodchurch High School Carr Bridge Road , Woodchurch CH49 7NG | 3out of 4 | 1,321 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgeway High School Noctorum Avenue , Noctorum CH43 9EB | 2out of 4 | 1,796 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prenton High School for Girls Hesketh Avenue , Rock Ferry CH42 6RR | 3out of 4 | 3,035 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Anselm's College Manor Hill , CH43 1UQ | 3out of 4 | 3,208 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Upton Hall School FCJ Upton , CH49 6LJ | 4out of 4 | 3,355 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birkenhead Sixth Form College Park Road West , Claughton CH43 8SQ | - not rated | 3,635 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wirral Metropolitan College Conway Park Campus , Conway Park CH41 4NT | - not rated | 4,703 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 | 2,935 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foxfield School New Hey Road , CH49 5LF | 3out of 4 | 1,025 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowside School Pool Lane , Woodchurch CH49 5LA | 2out of 4 | 1,881 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gilbrook School Glebe Hey Road , Woodchurch CH49 8HE | 4out of 4 | 2,308 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prenton Preparatory School Mount Pleasant , Oxton CH43 5SY | - not rated | 2,316 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkenhead School 58 Beresford Road , Oxton CH43 2JD | - not rated | 2,456 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caffe Dolce | Total Fitness, Prenton Way | 94 yd | |
| Thrive | Total Fitness, Prenton Way | 188 yd | |
| Cakes & Cookin - mobile trader | 21 Parkvale Avenue, Prenton | 272 yd | |
| McDonalds | 2 Prenton Way, Prenton | 420 yd | |
| Bethany Chapel | Holmlands Drive, Oxton | 815 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prenton Rugby Club | Prenton Rugby Club Prenton Dell Road | 627 yd | |
| The Dell | Prenton Hall Road, Prenton | 727 yd | |
| Arrowe Park Hotel | Arrowe Park Road, Woodchurch | 759 yd | |
| The Swan Hotel | The Swan Hotel, Oxton | 1,003 yd | |
| The Saddle Club | Roman Road, Prenton | 1,056 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brunchies | 187 Prenton Hall Road, Prenton | 644 yd | |
| Chinese Kitchen | 185 Prenton Hall Road, Prenton | 646 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda Stores Ltd, Woodchurch Road | 930 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fitness (Prenton) PRENTON WAY | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 188 yd |
| Prenton Rugby Club PRENTON RUGBY CLUB PRENTON RUGBY CLUB PRENTON DELL ROAD | golf, grass pitches | 627 yd |
| Solly Recreation Ground WOODCHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 706 yd |
| The Glen WOODCHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 742 yd |
| Foxfield School NEW HEY ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,069 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.