Mill Hey Road is in Wirral and in Wirral district. CH48 1NH is located in the West Kirby and Thurstaston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wirral West. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mill Hey Road, Wirral, CH48 1NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH48 2LR, CH48 2LF, CH48 2LE, CH48 2JR, CH48 2JU, CH48 2LL, CH48 1QF, CH48 2JN, CH48 2JY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CH48 1NH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.2% | 51.3% | -3.9% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 44.8% | 48.8% | 4.0% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 CH48 1NH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 73.7% 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 | 20.2% | 17.2% | -3.0% | 37.9% | -20.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.2% | 73.7% | 3.5% | 44.2% | 29.5% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 2.1% | 3.3% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -5.8% |
| Widowed | 6% | 5.1% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 (85.3%) 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 | 56.4% | 55% | -1.4% | 48.4% | 6.6% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 30.3% | -4.8% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 7.1% | 10.3% | 3.2% | 12.7% | -2.4% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
In the area around CH48 1NH this area, 9.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 57%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.6% | 9.6% | 0.0% | 18.2% | -8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 3.3% | -7.3% | 9.6% | -6.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 12.5% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 2.6% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 12.1% | -0.3% | 16.9% | -4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.6% | 57% | 8.4% | 33.8% | 23.2% |
| Other | 1.4% | 2.9% | 1.5% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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 | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 95.2% | 95.6% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96% 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% | 96% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 2.5% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 96.9% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.6% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.1% | 76.7% | 17.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 5% | 13.5% | -8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.5% | 37.2% | -14.7% |
| Christian | 70.3% | 46.2% | 24.1% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mill Hey Road was 31.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.4% higher than the Greasby, Frankby and Irby average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Mill Hey Road has the 59th highest crime rate of 155 local areas in Greasby, Frankby and Irby and the 365th lowest crime rate of 1,057 local areas in Wirral .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.4%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron House Mill Hey Road, Wirral, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £1,075,000 | 2020-07-06 | £1,460,644 |
| Heron House Mill Hey Road, Wirral, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £795,000 | 2003-04-22 | £1,957,214 |
| Kingsland Mill Hey Road, Wirral, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 1999-09-21 | £1,716,903 |
| Mill Hey Mill Hey Road, Wirral, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 1997-05-29 | £1,520,588 |
CH48 1NH area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CH48 1NH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 CH48 1NH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 104 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Kirby St Bridget's CofE Primary School St Bridget's Lane , West Kirby CH48 3JT | 4out of 4 | 1,752 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thurstaston Dawpool CofE Primary School School Lane , Thurstaston CH61 0HH | 4out of 4 | 2,314 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Black Horse Hill Infant School Saughall Massie Road , West Kirby CH48 6DR | 4out of 4 | 2,691 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Black Horse Hill Junior School Saughall Massie Road , West Kirby CH48 6DR | 3out of 4 | 2,691 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Kirby Primary School Anglesey Road , West Kirby CH48 5EQ | 3out of 4 | 3,006 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calday Grange Grammar School Grammar School Lane , West Kirby CH48 8GG | 3out of 4 | 1,494 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Hilbre High School Frankby Road , West Kirby CH48 6EQ | 3out of 4 | 2,518 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Kirby Grammar School Graham Road , West Kirby CH48 5DP | 4out of 4 | 3,105 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Pensby High School Irby Road , Heswall CH61 6XN | 3out of 4 | 4,012 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon School Caldy Road , West Kirby CH48 2HE | - not rated | 1,237 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Kirby Residential School Meols Drive , West Kirby CH48 5DH | 4out of 4 | 2,859 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley School Greenbank Drive , Pensby CH61 5UE | 3out of 4 | 5,273 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food by Pickled Walnut Ltd | Caldy Golf Club, Links Hey Road | 965 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Caldy Golf Club CALDY GOLF CLUB CALDY GOLF CLUB LINKS HEY ROAD | golf | 967 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.