New Chester Road is in Bromborough, Wirral and in Wirral district. CH62 2AY is located in the Bromborough electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wirral South. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about New Chester Road, Bromborough, Wirral, CH62 2AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH62 3LB, CH62 3NA, CH62 3LF, CH62 3LY, CH62 3LD, CH62 2EL, CH62 3NB, CH62 3NE, CH62 2AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CH62 2AY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.8% | 51.9% | -2.9% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 45.2% | 48.1% | 2.9% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CH62 2AY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.6% | 47.2% | 12.6% | 37.9% | 9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43% | 34.7% | -8.3% | 44.2% | -9.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 10.9% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 5.2% | -5.9% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 46% | 44.2% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -4.2% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 38.1% | 5.6% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 15% | 14.1% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 3.2% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 21.9% | 19.4% | -2.5% | 18.2% | 1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 10.9% | -0.9% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 20.6% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 7.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 6.9% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 19% | 3.2% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.8% | 23% | -0.8% | 33.8% | -10.8% |
| Other | 3.4% | 0.4% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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 | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.2% | 98.7% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.5% 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% | 96.5% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.9% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 96.2% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.4% | 76.7% | 2.7% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18% | 13.5% | 4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.6% | 37.2% | 6.4% |
| Christian | 49% | 46.2% | 2.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around New Chester Road was 92.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 115.6% higher than the Bebington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
New Chester Road has the 33rd highest crime rate of 131 local areas in Bebington and the 286th highest crime rate of 1,057 local areas in Wirral .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 160.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 510 New Chester Road, Wirral, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2025-01-28 | £80,702 |
| 550 New Chester Road, Wirral, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2023-04-03 | £154,927 |
| 554 New Chester Road, Wirral, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2023-02-10 | £177,449 |
| 530 New Chester Road, Wirral, Merseyside Terraced, an established residential building | £119,995 | 2022-11-18 | £129,877 |
| 538 New Chester Road, Wirral, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2022-07-22 | £174,395 |
CH62 2AY 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 | 106 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Other | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Academy Woodslee Croft Avenue , Bromborough CH62 2BP | 2out of 4 | 926 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Poulton Lancelyn Primary School Venables Drive , Bebington CH63 9LY | 3out of 4 | 1,404 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Church Drive Primary School Church Drive , Port Sunlight CH62 5EF | 3out of 4 | 1,575 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanton Road Primary School Stanton Road , Bebington CH63 3HW | 3out of 4 | 1,596 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mendell Primary School Allport Lane , Bromborough CH62 7HN | 2out of 4 | 2,062 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wirral Grammar School for Boys Cross Lane , Bebington CH63 3AQ | 4out of 4 | 2,089 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Wirral Grammar School for Girls Heath Road , Bebington CH63 3AF | 4out of 4 | 2,179 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Bebington Higher Bebington Road , Bebington CH63 2PS | 2out of 4 | 2,443 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Plessington Catholic College Old Chester Road , Bebington CH63 7LF | 4out of 4 | 2,497 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Wirral High School Plymyard Avenue , Eastham CH62 8EH | 2out of 4 | 3,930 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASPIRE Centre, Kings Leadership Academy Liverpool Dingle Vale , Dingle L8 9SJ | - not rated | 4,649 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Palmerston School Minehead Road , Aigburth L17 6AU | 4out of 4 | 4,928 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Auckland College 65-67 Parkfield Road , L17 4LE | - not rated | 5,137 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Belvedere Preparatory School 23 Belvidere Road , Princes Park L8 3TF | - not rated | 5,433 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| No 1 Masala | 1 Coronation Drive, Bromborough | 88 yd | |
| Curry Nights | 5 Coronation Drive, Bromborough | 97 yd | |
| Buzz Bingo | The Croft Retail And Leisure Park, 35 Welton Road | 552 yd | |
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds, The Croft Retail And Leisure Park | 555 yd | |
| Nando's | 45B The Croft Retail And Leisure Park, Welton Road | 655 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waleys Kitchen | 11A Coronation Drive, Bromborough | 112 yd | |
| Kents Chip Shop | 12A Coronation Drive, Bromborough | 118 yd | |
| KFC | 37B The Croft Retail And Leisure Park, Welton Road | 655 yd | |
| Panku | Asda, The Croft Retail and Leisure Park, Welton Road | 665 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | The Croft Retail And Leisure Park, Welton Road | 555 yd | |
| Tk Maxx | Unit J, The Croft Retail & Leisure Park, Welton Road | 600 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Port Causeway, Bromborough | 645 yd | |
| Employee Purchase Facility Ltd (EPF) | Factory Outlet Shop Dock Road South, Bromborough | 649 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dw Sports Fitness (Bromborough) 43 THE CROFT RETAIL & LEISURE PARK 43 THE CROFT RETAIL & LEISURE PARK WELTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 457 yd |
| Village Gym (Wirral) POOL LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 686 yd |
| Bromborough Pool Price Sports & Social Club (Closed) South View | grass pitches | 723 yd |
| 24/7 Fitness (Bromborough) 55 THE CROFT RETAIL & LEISURE PARK 55 THE CROFT RETAIL & LEISURE PARK WELTON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 775 yd |
| Coop Academy Woodslee CROFT AVENUE | grass pitches | 885 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 | 71.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 106.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.