Winston Drive is in Prenton and in Wirral district. CH43 9RU is located in the Claughton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Birkenhead. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Winston Drive, Prenton, CH43 9RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH43 9RX, CH43 9RZ, CH43 9RT, CH43 9SA, CH43 9SL, CH43 9SP, CH43 9RS, CH43 9SN, CH43 9SR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH43 9RU has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 52.7% | 50% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 47.3% | 50% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CH43 9RU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.6% | 30.8% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.9% | 53.5% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 9.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 6% | 7.7% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 6% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 (86.7%) 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 | 48.2% | 55.3% | 7.1% | 48.4% | 6.9% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 31.4% | -4.9% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 8.9% | -4.3% | 12.7% | -3.8% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 4% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 18% | 12.8% | -5.2% | 18.2% | -5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 9.4% | -5.4% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 16.5% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 8.4% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 17.8% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.1% | 33.3% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -0.5% |
| Other | 3.9% | 1.7% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.1% | 1.2% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 3.4% | 2.0% | 3.1% | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 96.1% | 87.4% | -8.7% | 81.4% | 6.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 90.5% 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 | 96.6% | 90.5% | -6.1% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 5.2% | 2.9% | 5.6% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 90.5% | -6.1% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.9% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 2.6% | 2.0% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.2% | 76.7% | 9.5% |
| Ireland | 4.3% | 0.6% | 3.7% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.6% | 13.5% | -4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 17.5% | 37.2% | -19.7% |
| Christian | 69.3% | 46.2% | 23.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 5.4% | 6.5% | -1.1% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Winston Drive was 73.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.2% lower than the Bidston and St James average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Winston Drive has the 51st lowest crime rate of 125 local areas in Bidston and St James and the 381st highest crime rate of 1,057 local areas in Wirral .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 39.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Winston Drive, Prenton, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £281,000 | 2025-01-15 | £285,697 |
| 23 Winston Drive, Prenton, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2024-07-12 | £305,030 |
| 27 Winston Drive, Prenton, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £210,250 | 2022-06-30 | £228,600 |
| 10 Winston Drive, Prenton, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2021-08-17 | £188,861 |
| 10 Winston Drive, Prenton, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £137,500 | 2021-01-25 | £166,850 |
CH43 9RU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 971 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leasowe Nursery School and Family Centre Twickenham Drive , Moreton CH46 2QF | 3out of 4 | 3,794 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Somerville Nursery School Brentwood Street , CH44 4BB | 3out of 4 | 4,647 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School St Peter's Way , Noctorum CH43 9QR | 3out of 4 | 278 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Primary School Ridgeview Road , CH43 9HG | 3out of 4 | 476 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fender Primary School New Hey Road , Woodchurch CH49 8HB | 2out of 4 | 971 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Primary School Beechwood Drive , Birkenhead CH43 7ZU | 2out of 4 | 1,068 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Upton Moreton Road , Upton CH49 6LL | 3out of 4 | 1,316 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgeway High School Noctorum Avenue , Noctorum CH43 9EB | 2out of 4 | 811 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodchurch High School Carr Bridge Road , Woodchurch CH49 7NG | 3out of 4 | 1,204 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upton Hall School FCJ Upton , CH49 6LJ | 4out of 4 | 1,355 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Anselm's College Manor Hill , CH43 1UQ | 3out of 4 | 2,429 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Birkenhead Park School Park Road South , CH43 4UY | 2out of 4 | 2,883 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | 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 | 2,277 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wirral Metropolitan College Conway Park Campus , Conway Park CH41 4NT | - not rated | 4,467 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 | 2,279 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilbrook School Glebe Hey Road , Woodchurch CH49 8HE | 4out of 4 | 1,170 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayfield School Manor Drive , Upton CH49 4LN | 3out of 4 | 1,391 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowside School Pool Lane , Woodchurch CH49 5LA | 2out of 4 | 1,456 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Foxfield School New Hey Road , CH49 5LF | 3out of 4 | 1,522 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkenhead School 58 Beresford Road , Oxton CH43 2JD | - not rated | 1,895 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Anselms Sports Ground | The Ridings, Noctorum | 346 yd | |
| Our Happy Hub, St Andrew's Centre | 1 Moorfields Avenue, Noctorum | 486 yd | |
| Carr Bridge Centre | Amenity Open Space, Carr Bridge Road | 682 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Avenue | 391 Upton Road, Noctorum | 375 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Operative Retail Services Ltd | Noctorum Avenue, Noctorum | 645 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Anselms College Playing Fields Beryl Road | grass pitches | 296 yd |
| Woodchurch Leisure Centre CARR BRIDGE ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches, swimming pool | 606 yd |
| Ridgeway High School NOCTORUM AVENUE | grass pitches | 749 yd |
| Fender Primary School NEW HEY ROAD | grass pitches | 945 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 153.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.