Well Lane is in Greasby, Wirral and in Wirral district. CH49 3QB is located in the Greasby, Frankby and Irby electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wirral West. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Well Lane, Greasby, Wirral, CH49 3QB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH49 3PF, CH49 3GS, CH49 3NF, CH49 3NE, CH49 3PS, CH49 3GZ, CH49 3GQ, CH49 3LZ, CH49 3AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CH49 3QB has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 48.2% | 50% | 1.8% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 51.8% | 50% | -1.8% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 CH49 3QB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.1% 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 | 30.5% | 27.9% | -2.6% | 37.9% | -10.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.6% | 56.1% | 3.5% | 44.2% | 11.9% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.7% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 8.6% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 5.6% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 53.4% | 45.7% | -7.7% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 36.1% | 5.5% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 12.8% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 3% | 3.7% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 12.3% | 13.1% | 0.8% | 18.2% | -5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.4% | 6.2% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 16.1% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 4.9% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.6% | 20.3% | 4.7% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 37% | 37.4% | 0.4% | 33.8% | 3.6% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.3% | 97.4% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
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 | 98.1% | 96% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 96.3% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.9% | 76.7% | 14.2% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.6% | 37.2% | -3.6% |
| Christian | 60.7% | 46.2% | 14.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Well Lane was 41.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.7% higher than the Greasby, Frankby and Irby average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Well Lane has the 40th highest crime rate of 155 local areas in Greasby, Frankby and Irby and the 460th lowest crime rate of 1,057 local areas in Wirral .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Well Lane, Wirral, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2022-09-06 | £406,686 |
| 1 Well Lane, Wirral, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2013-06-10 | £456,176 |
| 7 Well Lane, Wirral, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2010-07-14 | £337,698 |
| 1 Well Lane, Wirral, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2002-07-15 | £419,189 |
CH49 3QB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 CH49 3QB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 121 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ganneys Meadow Nursery School and Family Centre New Hey Road , Woodchurch CH49 8HB | 4out of 4 | 3,289 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leasowe Nursery School and Family Centre Twickenham Drive , Moreton CH46 2QF | 3out of 4 | 5,463 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greasby Infant School Barker Lane , Greasby CH49 3NX | 3out of 4 | 578 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Pity Catholic Primary School Rigby Drive , Greasby CH49 1RE | 4out of 4 | 856 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greasby Junior School Mill Lane , Greasby CH49 3AR | 4out of 4 | 962 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookdale Primary School Escolme Drive , CH49 1SE | 3out of 4 | 1,117 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Upton Moreton Road , Upton CH49 6LL | 3out of 4 | 2,372 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 2,257 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Hilbre High School Frankby Road , West Kirby CH48 6EQ | 3out of 4 | 2,433 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Calday Grange Grammar School Grammar School Lane , West Kirby CH48 8GG | 3out of 4 | 2,777 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Woodchurch High School Carr Bridge Road , Woodchurch CH49 7NG | 3out of 4 | 3,762 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgeway High School Noctorum Avenue , Noctorum CH43 9EB | 2out of 4 | 3,970 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilbrook School Glebe Hey Road , Woodchurch CH49 8HE | 4out of 4 | 2,576 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowside School Pool Lane , Woodchurch CH49 5LA | 2out of 4 | 2,794 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayfield School Manor Drive , Upton CH49 4LN | 3out of 4 | 2,876 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orrets Meadow School Chapelhill Road , Moreton CH46 9QQ | 4out of 4 | 3,348 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Avalon School Caldy Road , West Kirby CH48 2HE | - not rated | 3,620 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Manor | 91 Greasby Road, Greasby | 231 yd | |
| Oak Bar and Bistro | 126 Greasby Road, Greasby | 367 yd | |
| Siam | 101 Arrowe Road, Greasby | 1,072 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Greave Dunning | The Greave Dunning, Greasby | 92 yd | |
| Red Cat | Greasby Road, Greasby | 249 yd | |
| Coach And Horses | Coach And Horses Greasby Road, Greasby | 249 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Fry No 2 | 45 Greasby Road, Greasby | 84 yd | |
| Spicy Kitchen | 128 Greasby Road, Greasby | 376 yd | |
| Golden Phoenix | 136 Greasby Road, Greasby | 407 yd | |
| Great Wall Chinese Takeaway | 221 Greasby Road | 902 yd | |
| Greasby Pizza and Grill | 223 Greasby Road, Greasby | 909 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Greasby Road, Greasby | 379 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Millcroft Ground MILFORD GROUND MILFORD GROUND FRANKBY ROAD | grass pitches | 374 yd |
| Our Lady Of Pity Roman Catholic Primary School RIGBY DRIVE | grass pitches | 782 yd |
| Greasby Junior School MILL LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 883 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.