Kestrel Road is in Moreton, Wirral and in Wirral district. CH46 6BW is located in the Moreton West and Saughall Massie electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wallasey. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kestrel Road, Moreton, Wirral, CH46 6BW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH46 6BQ, CH46 6BG, CH46 6BJ, CH46 7TB, CH46 6BR, CH46 6BN, CH46 6BB, CH46 6BL, CH46 6AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH46 6BW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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% | 49.4% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 49% | 50.6% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 CH46 6BW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.2% 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 | 30.1% | 24.9% | -5.2% | 37.9% | -13.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.6% | 51.2% | 8.6% | 44.2% | 7.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.5% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 12.2% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 15.7% | 10.2% | -5.5% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.2%) 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 | 22.4% | 33.9% | 11.5% | 48.4% | -14.5% |
| Good health | 34% | 34.3% | 0.3% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 27% | 17.4% | -9.6% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 12% | 11.7% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 7.7% |
| Very bad health | 4.6% | 2.6% | -2.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.1% | 22.5% | -20.6% | 18.2% | 4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 12% | 1.8% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 12.4% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 8.1% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 16.7% | 7.4% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.4% | 24.9% | 10.5% | 33.8% | -8.9% |
| Other | 2.8% | 3.3% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 97.4% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 97.5% | 97.4% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 97.4% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.4% | 76.7% | 4.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.2% | 37.2% | -1.0% |
| Christian | 55.5% | 46.2% | 9.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kestrel Road was 78.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.2% lower than the Leasowe and Moreton East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kestrel Road has the 30th highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Leasowe and Moreton East and the 350th highest crime rate of 1,057 local areas in Wirral .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57 Kestrel Road, Wirral, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-07-30 | £210,485 |
| 97 Kestrel Road, Wirral, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2021-06-18 | £173,800 |
| 89 Kestrel Road, Wirral, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2021-03-29 | £178,872 |
| 87 Kestrel Road, Wirral, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2019-05-17 | £217,796 |
| 69 Kestrel Road, Wirral, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £159,950 | 2018-05-30 | £239,379 |
CH46 6BW 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 CH46 6BW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| 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 | 3,042 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ganneys Meadow Nursery School and Family Centre New Hey Road , Woodchurch CH49 8HB | 4out of 4 | 4,355 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lingham Primary School Townmeadow Lane , Moreton CH46 7UQ | 3out of 4 | 460 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moreton Christ Church CofE Primary School Upton Road , Moreton CH46 0PB | 3out of 4 | 1,132 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastway Primary School Rossall Road , Moreton CH46 8TA | 2out of 4 | 1,377 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Danger Lane , Moreton CH46 8UG | 3out of 4 | 1,619 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandbrook Primary School Stavordale Road , Moreton CH46 9PS | 2out of 4 | 1,906 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upton Hall School FCJ Upton , CH49 6LJ | 4out of 4 | 2,720 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Hilbre High School Frankby Road , West Kirby CH48 6EQ | 3out of 4 | 4,140 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgeway High School Noctorum Avenue , Noctorum CH43 9EB | 2out of 4 | 4,595 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mosslands School Mosslands Drive , CH45 8PJ | 3out of 4 | 4,658 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Woodchurch High School Carr Bridge Road , Woodchurch CH49 7NG | 3out of 4 | 4,810 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 5,152 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orrets Meadow School Chapelhill Road , Moreton CH46 9QQ | 4out of 4 | 1,799 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clare Mount Specialist Sports College Fender Lane , Moreton CH46 9PA | 4out of 4 | 2,003 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayfield School Manor Drive , Upton CH49 4LN | 3out of 4 | 2,405 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Observatory School Bidston Village Road , Bidston CH43 7QT | 3out of 4 | 3,347 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gilbrook School Glebe Hey Road , Woodchurch CH49 8HE | 4out of 4 | 3,801 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| I-Byte | 308a Hoylake Road, Moreton | 600 yd | |
| Dhuma | 304 Hoylake Road, Moreton | 603 yd | |
| The Grange | 407 Hoylake Road | 648 yd | |
| Elite Restaurant | Gibsons Butcher, 278 Hoylake Road | 655 yd | |
| Bamboo Thai | 272 Hoylake Road, Moreton | 662 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Farmers Arms | The Farmers Arms, 2 Netherton Road, Moreton | 695 yd | |
| Mockbeggar Hall, Wetherspoons | 239-241 Hoylake Road, Moreton | 714 yd | |
| Coach And Horses | 202 Hoylake Road, Moreton | 835 yd | |
| Sacred Heart Parish Centre | Social Club, Sacred Heart Church Hoylake Road, Moreton | 970 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town Meadow Fish and Chips | 70 Town Meadow Lane, Moreton | 190 yd | |
| The Healthy One Buffet Restaurant | 216 Hoylake Road, Moreton | 752 yd | |
| Continental Fast Food | 459 Hoylake Road, Moreton | 759 yd | |
| Royal Taste | 29 Pasture Road, Moreton | 799 yd | |
| Chicken Hot | 221 Hoylake Road, Moreton | 818 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 436 Hoylake Road, Moreton | 624 yd | |
| Iceland | 303 Hoylake Road, Moreton | 679 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 220 Hoylake Road, Moreton | 752 yd | |
| Tesco | 190 Hoylake Road, Moreton | 961 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lingham Park EDGEHILL ROAD | grass pitches | 191 yd |
| Lingham Primary School Track (Closed) Townmeadow Lane | athletics tracks | 379 yd |
| Moreton Hills Golf Centre TARRAN WAY SOUTH | golf | 686 yd |
| Saughall Grange SAUGHALL GRANGE RECREATION GROUND SAUGHALL GRANGE RECREATION GROUND ORCHARD GRANGE | tennis courts | 718 yd |
| Premier Brands Playing Field (Closed) | grass pitches | 980 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 | 77.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 142.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.