Arno Road is in Prenton and in Wirral district. CH43 5SL is located in the Oxton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Birkenhead. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Arno Road, Prenton, CH43 5SL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH43 5UN, CH43 5UJ, CH43 5UG, CH43 5SJ, CH43 5SH, CH43 5UQ, CH43 5UP, CH42 9LS, CH43 5UX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CH43 5SL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 52.2% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 48.7% | 47.8% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 | 33.6% | 33.7% | 0.1% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.3% | 44.1% | -4.2% | 44.2% | -0.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 11.5% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 5% | 6.9% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.3% | 57.3% | 8.0% | 48.4% | 8.9% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 28% | -8.3% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 9.2% | -1.1% | 12.7% | -3.5% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 3.8% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
In the area around CH43 5SL this area, 9.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 56.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.6% | 9.2% | -2.4% | 18.2% | -9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.6% | 5.7% | -0.9% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 12.6% | -6.3% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 3.4% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 12.6% | -0.5% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.4% | 56.3% | 11.9% | 33.8% | 22.5% |
| Other | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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 | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.3% | 95.8% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 97.7% | 94.5% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 94.5% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.1% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.7% | 76.7% | 14.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.4% | 37.2% | -0.8% |
| Christian | 57.4% | 46.2% | 11.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Arno Road was 121.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.4% lower than the Birkenhead and Tranmere average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Arno Road has the 40th highest crime rate of 110 local areas in Birkenhead and Tranmere and the 195th highest crime rate of 1,058 local areas in Wirral .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 73.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Arno Road, Prenton, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2025-05-22 | £235,235 |
| 11 Arno Road, Prenton, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2025-02-20 | £273,014 |
| 7 Arno Road, Prenton, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £229,950 | 2020-09-04 | £322,732 |
| 9 Arno Road, Prenton, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2019-09-26 | £304,203 |
| 14 Arno Road, Prenton, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2018-03-16 | £326,371 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CH43 5SL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 109 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 3,119 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Somerville Nursery School Brentwood Street , CH44 4BB | 3out of 4 | 3,947 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodchurch Road Academy 99 Woodchurch Road , Oxton CH42 9LJ | 2out of 4 | 237 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Birkenhead Woodchurch Road , CH43 5UT | - not rated | 270 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodchurch Road Primary School Woodchurch Road , Oxton CH42 9LJ | - not rated | 272 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Birkenhead Woodchurch Road , Oxton CH43 5UT | 3out of 4 | 288 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonshire Park Primary School Temple Road , CH42 9JX | 3out of 4 | 617 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birkenhead Park School Park Road South , CH43 4UY | 2out of 4 | 1,486 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park High School Park Road South , CH43 4UY | - not rated | 1,486 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prenton High School for Girls Hesketh Avenue , Rock Ferry CH42 6RR | 3out of 4 | 1,544 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Prenton High School for Girls Hesketh Avenue , Rock Ferry CH42 6RR | - not rated | 1,544 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Anselm's College Manor Hill , CH43 1UQ | 3out of 4 | 1,546 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | 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 | 2,212 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkenhead Sixth Form College Park Road West , Claughton CH43 8SQ | - not rated | 2,277 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkenhead Sixth Form College Park Road West , Claughton CH43 8SQ | - not rated | 2,277 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,378 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| LIPA School Upper Duke Street , L1 7BT | - not rated | 5,293 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | 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 | 324 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horizons Independent School 60 Mendip Road , CH42 8NU | - not rated | 1,036 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pershore House School 9 Prenton Lane , CH42 8LA | - not rated | 1,073 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redcourt - St Anselm's 7 Devonshire Place , Oxton CH43 1TX | - not rated | 1,173 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkenhead High School 86 Devonshire Place , CH43 1TY | - not rated | 1,330 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathers Deli & Diner | 704 Borough Road, Tranmere | 392 yd | |
| Sombrero | 712 Borough Road, Tranmere | 396 yd | |
| Break Time Cafe | Break Time Cafe, Tranmere | 396 yd | |
| Saffron Birkenhead | 718 Borough Road | 410 yd | |
| The Queens Arms | Queens Arms Hotel Storeton Road | 447 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tixall Bowling And Social Club | Heathfield Road, Oxton | 278 yd | |
| Cock & Pullet | The Cock And Pullet, 100 Woodchurch Road | 310 yd | |
| Shrewsbury Arms | Managers Flat, Shrewsbury Arms, 36 - 38 Claughton Firs | 359 yd | |
| Oxton Bar & Kitchen | Oxton Bar And Terrace, 2 - 2A Claughton Firs, Oxton | 473 yd | |
| Oxton Conservative Club | Village Road, Oxton | 569 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mykonos Limited | 708-710 Borough Road, Tranmere | 397 yd | |
| Rubys Fish & Chips | 728 Borough Road, Tranmere | 434 yd | |
| Mayflower | May Flower Chinese Takeaway, 9 Claughton Firs | 444 yd | |
| Ocean Fish Bar | 15 Rose Mount, Oxton | 474 yd | |
| Georgio's | 772 Borough Road, Tranmere | 538 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greens of Oxton | Village Greens General Groceries, 2 Rose Mount | 504 yd | |
| Iceland | 790-794 Borough Road, Tranmere | 580 yd | |
| Tesco | (Unit 1) 790, Borough Road | 602 yd | |
| Farmfoods | 320 Woodchurch Road, Prenton | 706 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Limited | Unit A, 6 Woodchurch Road, Oxton | 734 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tranmere Rovers (Prenton Park) PRENTON PARK PRENTON PARK PRENTON ROAD WEST | grass pitches | 760 yd |
| Christ Church C Of E Primary School MOUNT GROVE | 813 yd | |
| Prenton Lawn Tennis Club STORETON ROAD | tennis courts | 936 yd |
| Hm Curphey Memorial Ground HOLM LANE | grass pitches | 969 yd |
| Shaftesbury Youth Club SHAFTESBURY YOUTH CLUB SHAFTESBURY YOUTH CLUB MENDIP ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,019 yd |
| Oxton Cricket Club TOWNFIELD LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,024 yd |
| Borough Road Playing Fields BOROUGH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,068 yd |
| Titans Gym (Closed) Church Road | health and fitness suite | 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 | 79.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 79.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 79.2% |
| 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 | 79.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 167.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.