The Banks is in Wallasey and in Wirral district. CH45 3NS is located in the Wallasey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wallasey. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Banks, Wallasey, CH45 3NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH45 3NT, CH45 3PS, CH45 3NP, CH45 3NU, CH45 3NX, CH45 3NN, CH45 3NW, CH45 3NR, CH45 3QJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH45 3NS has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 51.4% | 47.6% | -3.8% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 48.6% | 52.4% | 3.8% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
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 | 31.4% | 25% | -6.4% | 37.9% | -12.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.8% | 39.8% | 7.0% | 44.2% | -4.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 15.2% | 19.9% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 10.8% |
| Widowed | 17.6% | 12% | -5.6% | 6.1% | 5.9% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 32.7% | 34.8% | 2.1% | 48.4% | -13.6% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 34.3% | -2.6% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 23.4% | 23.9% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 11.2% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 3.9% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 3% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 | 29.9% | 21.8% | -8.1% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 11.8% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.8% | 10.9% | 0.1% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 5% | -1.4% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 15% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.5% | 33.6% | 11.1% | 33.8% | -0.2% |
| Other | 3.9% | 1.8% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.7% | 98.3% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 97.2% | 92.6% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 4.3% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 92.2% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 5.6% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.3% | 76.7% | 5.6% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.6% | 37.2% | -6.6% |
| Christian | 65.9% | 46.2% | 19.7% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Banks was 14.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.8% lower than the New Brighton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Banks has the 8th lowest crime rate of 52 local areas in New Brighton and the 149th lowest crime rate of 1,057 local areas in Wirral .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 33.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 The Banks, Wallasey, Merseyside Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £114,000 | 2025-04-29 | £114,000 |
| 67 The Banks, Wallasey, Merseyside Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-07-11 | £178,134 |
| 61 The Banks, Wallasey, Merseyside Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2024-05-03 | £143,363 |
| 29 The Banks, Wallasey, Merseyside Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2024-04-26 | £129,167 |
| 47 The Banks, Wallasey, Merseyside Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-07-18 | £124,629 |
The percentage of retired residents living in CH45 3NS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 50% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 111 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Education | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leasowe Nursery School and Family Centre Twickenham Drive , Moreton CH46 2QF | 3out of 4 | 2,488 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Somerville Nursery School Brentwood Street , CH44 4BB | 3out of 4 | 3,771 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenleas Primary School Green Lane , CH45 8LZ | 3out of 4 | 1,041 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Primary School St George's Road , CH45 3NF | 3out of 4 | 1,364 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Primary School Mount Pleasant Road , CH45 5HU | 3out of 4 | 1,522 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ss Peter and Paul Catholic Primary School Atherton Street , CH45 9LT | 3out of 4 | 1,733 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Spirit Catholic and Church of England Primary School Gardenside , Leasowe CH46 2RP | 3out of 4 | 2,110 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic College, A Voluntary Academy Wallasey Village , CH45 3LN | 2out of 4 | 1,204 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mosslands School Mosslands Drive , CH45 8PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,768 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Oldershaw School Valkyrie Road , CH45 4RJ | 3out of 4 | 1,964 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Weatherhead High School Breck Rd , CH44 3HS | 4out of 4 | 2,471 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Anselm's College Manor Hill , CH43 1UQ | 3out of 4 | 5,467 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | 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 | 4,772 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elleray Park School Elleray Park Road , CH45 0LH | 4out of 4 | 1,407 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Life Wirral (Independent) Sport School 126 Victoria Road , CH45 9LD | - not rated | 1,979 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Observatory School Bidston Village Road , Bidston CH43 7QT | 3out of 4 | 3,558 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clare Mount Specialist Sports College Fender Lane , Moreton CH46 9PA | 4out of 4 | 3,875 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kilgarth School Cavendish Street , CH41 8BA | 4out of 4 | 4,492 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starbucks | 12 Kings Parade, New Brighton | 307 yd | |
| West Cheshire Sailing Club | Coastal Drive, Wallasey Village | 334 yd | |
| Wallasey Golf Club | Wallasey Golf Club Bayswater Road, Wallasey Village | 545 yd | |
| Fleur Ashley Tea Room | 258 Wallasey Village, Wallasey Village | 599 yd | |
| Mak Syed | 285 Wallasey Village, Wallasey Village | 608 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Nelson | Nelson Hotel Grove Road, Wallasey Village | 619 yd | |
| Lighthouse Inn | 228 Wallasey Village, Wallasey Village | 754 yd | |
| The Wallaseyans Club | Old Wallaseyans Club, 142 Grove Road | 1,037 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Pizza | 268 Wallasey Village, Wallasey Village | 571 yd | |
| Golden Phoenix | 287 Wallasey Village, Wallasey Village | 608 yd | |
| The Big Fish | The Big Fish, Wallasey Village | 624 yd | |
| Lucky Garden | Lucky Garden Fish And Chips, 269 Wallasey Village | 674 yd | |
| Charcoal Chicken | 263 Wallasey Village, Wallasey Village | 693 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | 83-85 Wallasey Village, Wallasey Village | 817 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Harrison Park Harrison Dr | grass pitches, tennis courts | 301 yd |
| Wallasey Golf Club WALLASEY GOLF CLUB WALLASEY GOLF CLUB BAYSWATER ROAD | golf | 550 yd |
| Warren Golf Club WARREN MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE WARREN MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE GROVE ROAD | golf | 785 yd |
| St Mary'S Catholic College WALLASEY VILLAGE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 924 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 | 213.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.