Newark Close is in Prenton and in Wirral district. CH43 9SP 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 Newark Close, Prenton, CH43 9SP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH43 9SR, CH43 9SL, CH43 9ST, CH43 9SS, CH43 9SU, CH43 9RX, CH43 9AQ, CH43 9RU, CH43 9SY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CH43 9SP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.6% 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 | 54.2% | 53.6% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 45.8% | 46.4% | 0.6% | 49.0% | -2.6% |
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 | 26.8% | 35.9% | 9.1% | 37.9% | -2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.7% | 38.3% | -12.4% | 44.2% | -5.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 4.4% | -5.2% | 9.1% | -4.7% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 18.4% | 7.9% | 6.1% | 12.3% |
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 | 36.4% | 41% | 4.6% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 31.7% | 1.5% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 20.7% | 19.4% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 6.7% |
| Bad health | 9.8% | 5.2% | -4.6% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 2.6% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.1% | 28% | -14.1% | 18.2% | 9.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 14% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.1% | 10.6% | 2.5% | 13.4% | -2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 7.7% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 17.4% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.9% | 20.8% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -13.0% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.4% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 3.6% | 1.1% | -2.5% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 94.2% | 91.8% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 10.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 97.8% | 94.4% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 94.4% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.6% | 76.7% | 6.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.5% | 37.2% | -2.7% |
| Christian | 54.7% | 46.2% | 8.5% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newark Close was 170.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.2% higher than the Bidston and St James average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Newark Close has the 33rd highest crime rate of 125 local areas in Bidston and St James and the 109th highest crime rate of 1,057 local areas in Wirral .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 61.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 362.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Newark Close, Prenton, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2023-09-22 | £131,006 |
| 24 Newark Close, Prenton, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-05-12 | £162,990 |
| 1 Newark Close, Prenton, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-02-16 | £136,735 |
| 21 Newark Close, Prenton, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2019-02-15 | £128,776 |
| 2 Newark Close, Prenton, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £104,000 | 2018-08-22 | £143,476 |
CH43 9SP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CH43 9SP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 66 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 886 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leasowe Nursery School and Family Centre Twickenham Drive , Moreton CH46 2QF | 3out of 4 | 3,937 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Somerville Nursery School Brentwood Street , CH44 4BB | 3out of 4 | 4,606 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 | 111 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Primary School Ridgeview Road , CH43 9HG | 3out of 4 | 348 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fender Primary School New Hey Road , Woodchurch CH49 8HB | 2out of 4 | 886 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Primary School Beechwood Drive , Birkenhead CH43 7ZU | 2out of 4 | 1,188 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Townfield Primary School Townfield Lane , CH43 2LH | 3out of 4 | 1,374 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 610 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodchurch High School Carr Bridge Road , Woodchurch CH49 7NG | 3out of 4 | 1,047 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upton Hall School FCJ Upton , CH49 6LJ | 4out of 4 | 1,534 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Anselm's College Manor Hill , CH43 1UQ | 3out of 4 | 2,300 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Birkenhead Park School Park Road South , CH43 4UY | 2out of 4 | 2,751 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 | 2,204 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wirral Metropolitan College Conway Park Campus , Conway Park CH41 4NT | - not rated | 4,331 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 | 2,134 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 | 1,216 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Foxfield School New Hey Road , CH49 5LF | 3out of 4 | 1,369 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowside School Pool Lane , Woodchurch CH49 5LA | 2out of 4 | 1,433 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayfield School Manor Drive , Upton CH49 4LN | 3out of 4 | 1,596 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkenhead School 58 Beresford Road , Oxton CH43 2JD | - not rated | 1,728 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Our Happy Hub, St Andrew's Centre | 1 Moorfields Avenue, Noctorum | 283 yd | |
| St Anselms Sports Ground | The Ridings, Noctorum | 298 yd | |
| Carr Bridge Centre | Amenity Open Space, Carr Bridge Road | 655 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodchurch Hotel | Grasswood Road, Woodchurch | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Avenue | 391 Upton Road, Noctorum | 573 yd | |
| Golden Dinner | 80 Hoole Road, Woodchurch | 1,071 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Operative Retail Services Ltd | Noctorum Avenue, Noctorum | 452 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Anselms College Playing Fields Beryl Road | grass pitches | 227 yd |
| Woodchurch Leisure Centre CARR BRIDGE ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches, swimming pool | 545 yd |
| Ridgeway High School NOCTORUM AVENUE | grass pitches | 551 yd |
| Fender Primary School NEW HEY ROAD | grass pitches | 883 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 | 58.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 108.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.