Column Road is in Wirral and in Wirral district. CH48 7EA 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 Column Road, Wirral, CH48 7EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH48 7EL, CH48 7EJ, CH48 7EU, CH48 7EF, CH48 7ES, CH48 7ET, CH48 7EE, CH48 4ET, CH48 7EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CH48 7EA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 51.1% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 48.4% | 48.9% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 7EA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.8% 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 | 26.6% | 27.3% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -10.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.4% | 59.8% | 2.4% | 44.2% | 15.6% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 7% | -3.2% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 4.7% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 (92.6%) 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 | 57% | 61% | 4.0% | 48.4% | 12.6% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 31.6% | -0.9% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 7.2% | 4.8% | -2.4% | 12.7% | -7.9% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 7EA this area, 9.4% 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 50%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.4% | 9.4% | 0.0% | 18.2% | -8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 7% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 15.2% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 5.5% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 12.9% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 45.7% | 50% | 4.3% | 33.8% | 16.2% |
| Other | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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 | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.5% | 94.9% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Arab | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 96.4% | 94.9% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 94.9% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.9% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.2% | 76.7% | 17.5% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| North Africa | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 3.5% | 13.5% | -10.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.4% | 37.2% | -3.8% |
| Christian | 58.5% | 46.2% | 12.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Column Road was 10.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.9% lower than the Greasby, Frankby and Irby average. The most reported crime type was Drugs.
Column Road has the 31st lowest crime rate of 155 local areas in Greasby, Frankby and Irby and the 98th lowest crime rate of 1,057 local areas in Wirral .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Column Road, Wirral, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £790,000 | 2024-03-18 | £864,287 |
| St Michaels Column Road, Wirral, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £1,275,000 | 2023-08-29 | £1,374,054 |
| Tottey'S Garage, 1A Column Road, Wirral, Merseyside Other, an established residential building | £1,272,677 | 2019-12-11 | £1,585,905 |
| 9 Column Road, Wirral, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £517,500 | 2017-01-20 | £785,323 |
| 1 Column Road, Wirral, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2007-08-30 | £627,808 |
CH48 7EA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Education | 27 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 612 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Black Horse Hill Infant School Saughall Massie Road , West Kirby CH48 6DR | 4out of 4 | 937 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Black Horse Hill Junior School Saughall Massie Road , West Kirby CH48 6DR | 3out of 4 | 937 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Kirby Primary School Anglesey Road , West Kirby CH48 5EQ | 3out of 4 | 1,053 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hoylake Holy Trinity CofE Primary School 126 Market Street , Hoylake CH47 3BH | 3out of 4 | 2,769 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 884 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Hilbre High School Frankby Road , West Kirby CH48 6EQ | 3out of 4 | 911 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Kirby Grammar School Graham Road , West Kirby CH48 5DP | 4out of 4 | 1,179 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Upton Hall School FCJ Upton , CH49 6LJ | 4out of 4 | 5,467 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | 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 | 943 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Kirby Residential School Meols Drive , West Kirby CH48 5DH | 4out of 4 | 1,051 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leaf Tea Shop And Bar | 19 Black Horse Hill, West Kirby | 286 yd | |
| Hickory's Smokehouse | 1 Village Road, West Kirby | 663 yd | |
| Seafood Shack | 51 Grange Road, West Kirby | 685 yd | |
| Tea Shop In The Park | Tea Shop In The Park, Westbourne Road | 752 yd | |
| Westbourne Hall Community Centre | Westbourne Road, West Kirby | 758 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Lion | 51 Grange Road, West Kirby | 691 yd | |
| Dee Hotel - Wetherspoons | Dee Hotel, 44 Grange Road | 854 yd | |
| West Kirby Social Club | 98 Banks Road, West Kirby | 993 yd | |
| Crosville Employees Social Club | Crosville Employees Social Club, West Kirby | 1,037 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grange Chippy | 68 Grange Road, West Kirby | 785 yd | |
| Cheungs Supper Bar | 9 Coronation Buildings, Gilroy Road | 819 yd | |
| Pizza Magic 3 | 134 Banks Road, West Kirby | 1,001 yd | |
| West Kirby Grill | 13B Grange Road, West Kirby | 1,001 yd | |
| Hectors Sandwich Bar/Catering | 156 Banks Road, West Kirby | 1,006 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 4 Bridge Road, West Kirby | 913 yd | |
| Gerrards Confectioners | 19 The Crescent, West Kirby | 946 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Dee Lane, West Kirby | 1,072 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Devonshire Road Playing Field RECREATIONAL OPEN SPACE RECREATIONAL OPEN SPACE DEVONSHIRE ROAD | grass pitches | 534 yd |
| Calday Grange Swimming Pool GOURLEYS LANE | swimming pool | 557 yd |
| Ashton Park ASHTON PARK ASHTON PARK WESTBOURNE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 583 yd |
| Calday Grange Grammar School GRAMMAR SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 764 yd |
| West Kirby Concourse Leisure Centre THE CONCOURSE THE CONCOURSE GRANGE ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 865 yd |
| Hilbre High School Sports Centre FRANKBY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 874 yd |
| Greenbank Road (Closed) Greenbank Road | grass pitches | 945 yd |
| Marine Park GREENBANK ROAD | grass pitches | 1,064 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.