Tern Way is in Wirral and in Wirral district. CH46 7SX 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 Tern Way, Wirral, CH46 7SX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH46 7SY, CH46 7SZ, CH46 7SG, CH46 7SW, CH46 6BP, CH46 6AY, CH46 6HZ, CH46 7SP, CH46 6FD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CH46 7SX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 51.3% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.4% | 48.7% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 36.2% | 41.9% | 5.7% | 37.9% | 4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.7% | 32.1% | -2.6% | 44.2% | -12.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 4.7% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 14.1% | 13.5% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 7.9% | -3.2% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.4% | 41.2% | -2.2% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 30% | 0.5% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 17% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 7.9% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 4% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 2.8% |
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.
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 14.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.2% | 22.6% | -15.6% | 18.2% | 4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 15.7% | 1.6% | 9.6% | 6.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.1% | 17.5% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 4.6% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 21.2% | 12.7% | 16.9% | 4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.1% | 14.7% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -19.1% |
| Other | 3% | 3.7% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.4% | 98.5% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 98.9% 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 | 98.8% | 98.9% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 98.9% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.1% | 76.7% | 5.4% |
| No passport held | 17.9% | 13.5% | 4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.3% | 37.2% | 10.1% |
| Christian | 47.6% | 46.2% | 1.4% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tern Way was 75.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.7% lower than the Leasowe and Moreton East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tern Way has the 34th highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Leasowe and Moreton East and the 370th highest crime rate of 1,057 local areas in Wirral .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -5.5%.

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 Tern Way, Wirral, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-02-20 | £190,490 |
| 37 Tern Way, Wirral, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-11-28 | £173,610 |
| 67 Tern Way, Wirral, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £97,000 | 2022-11-09 | £104,988 |
| 73 Tern Way, Wirral, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-10-07 | £189,041 |
| 37 Tern Way, Wirral, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2021-07-09 | £173,341 |
CH46 7SX 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 | 67 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Education | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 3,325 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 | 4,920 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 | 947 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moreton Christ Church CofE Primary School Upton Road , Moreton CH46 0PB | 3out of 4 | 1,708 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Meols Primary School Elwyn Road , Meols CH47 7AP | 4out of 4 | 1,786 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastway Primary School Rossall Road , Moreton CH46 8TA | 2out of 4 | 1,805 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Danger Lane , Moreton CH46 8UG | 3out of 4 | 2,088 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 3,278 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Hilbre High School Frankby Road , West Kirby CH48 6EQ | 3out of 4 | 4,110 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mosslands School Mosslands Drive , CH45 8PJ | 3out of 4 | 4,988 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Calday Grange Grammar School Grammar School Lane , West Kirby CH48 8GG | 3out of 4 | 5,052 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| West Kirby Grammar School Graham Road , West Kirby CH48 5DP | 4out of 4 | 5,062 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | 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 | 2,347 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clare Mount Specialist Sports College Fender Lane , Moreton CH46 9PA | 4out of 4 | 2,455 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayfield School Manor Drive , Upton CH49 4LN | 3out of 4 | 2,982 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Observatory School Bidston Village Road , Bidston CH43 7QT | 3out of 4 | 3,826 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gilbrook School Glebe Hey Road , Woodchurch CH49 8HE | 4out of 4 | 4,351 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hole in One Bistro | Moreton Hills Golf Centre, Tarran Way South | 1,030 yd | |
| Amas Turkish Restaurant | 449 - 451 Hoylake Road, Moreton | 1,089 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town Meadow Fish and Chips | 70 Town Meadow Lane, Moreton | 502 yd | |
| Continental Fast Food | 459 Hoylake Road, Moreton | 1,090 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 436 Hoylake Road, Moreton | 1,031 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lingham Park EDGEHILL ROAD | grass pitches | 759 yd |
| Moreton Hills Golf Centre TARRAN WAY SOUTH | golf | 774 yd |
| Lingham Primary School Track (Closed) Townmeadow Lane | athletics tracks | 846 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 | 39.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 188 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.