Acre Lane is in Bromborough, Wirral and in Wirral district. CH62 7BX is located in the Eastham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wirral South. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Acre Lane, Bromborough, Wirral, CH62 7BX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CH62 7EH, CH62 7DB, CH62 7EB, CH62 7DA, CH62 7EL, CH62 7DL, CH62 7DZ, CH62 7EW, CH62 7EJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CH62 7BX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 50.8% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 51.1% | 49.2% | -1.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.7% | 34.3% | -9.4% | 37.9% | -3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31% | 50.3% | 19.3% | 44.2% | 6.1% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 14.1% | 5% | -9.1% | 9.1% | -4.1% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 7.9% | -1.5% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.1%) 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 | 44.1% | 59.5% | 15.4% | 48.4% | 11.1% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 28.6% | -1.9% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 9.3% | -5.8% | 12.7% | -3.4% |
| Bad health | 7% | 2.3% | -4.7% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 0.3% | -3.0% | 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.
In the area around CH62 7BX this area, 9.1% 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 46.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.3% | 9.1% | -24.2% | 18.2% | -9.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 7.2% | -10.2% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 13.5% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.7% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 17.9% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.7% | 46.5% | 26.8% | 33.8% | 12.7% |
| Other | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.5% | 95.3% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 94.9% | 95.7% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 4% | 1.8% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 95.7% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 3.3% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.5% | 76.7% | 14.8% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 7.3% | 13.5% | -6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.8% | 37.2% | 1.6% |
| Christian | 55% | 46.2% | 8.8% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Acre Lane was 107.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.2% higher than the Bromborough average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Acre Lane has the 7th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Bromborough and the 226th highest crime rate of 1,057 local areas in Wirral .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 24.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Acre Lane, Wirral, Merseyside Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-09-27 | £311,204 |
| 23 Acre Lane, Wirral, Merseyside Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £216,000 | 2022-04-14 | £240,870 |
| 37 Acre Lane, Wirral, Merseyside Detached, a newly built property | £339,750 | 2021-06-25 | £396,056 |
| 31 Acre Lane, Wirral, Merseyside Detached, a newly built property | £364,750 | 2020-10-02 | £454,948 |
| 35 Acre Lane, Wirral, Merseyside Detached, a newly built property | £299,750 | 2020-09-11 | £376,600 |
CH62 7BX 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 147 |
| Retired | 93 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mendell Primary School Allport Lane , Bromborough CH62 7HN | 2out of 4 | 345 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Catholic Primary School Allport Road , Bromborough CH62 6AE | 3out of 4 | 707 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Raeburn Primary School Morland Avenue , Bromborough CH62 6BD | 3out of 4 | 798 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Woodslee Croft Avenue , Bromborough CH62 2BP | 2out of 4 | 1,019 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookhurst Primary School Brookhurst Road , Bromborough CH63 0EH | 3out of 4 | 1,190 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Wirral High School Plymyard Avenue , Eastham CH62 8EH | 2out of 4 | 1,987 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wirral Grammar School for Boys Cross Lane , Bebington CH63 3AQ | 4out of 4 | 3,358 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Wirral Grammar School for Girls Heath Road , Bebington CH63 3AF | 4out of 4 | 3,447 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Bebington Higher Bebington Road , Bebington CH63 2PS | 2out of 4 | 3,901 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Plessington Catholic College Old Chester Road , Bebington CH63 7LF | 4out of 4 | 4,266 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sugar & Spice | 35 Allport Lane, Bromborough | 509 yd | |
| Village Cafe | 27 Allport Lane, Bromborough | 533 yd | |
| Golden Park | 866 New Chester Road, Bromborough | 559 yd | |
| Pina Loca | 24 Allport Lane | 562 yd | |
| Gos'sip | 2 Allport Lane, Bromborough | 577 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bromborough Social Club | 1 Legion Lane, Bromborough | 528 yd | |
| Merebrook Hotel | Greenfields Avenue, Bromborough | 705 yd | |
| The Royal Oak & Premier Inn | High Street, Bromborough | 763 yd | |
| The Bromborough | The Bromborough, 2 Bromborough Village Road | 806 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kams Continental Takeaway | 67 Acre Lane, Bromborough | 297 yd | |
| Pizza Pino | 3 Dawpool Drive, Bromborough | 317 yd | |
| Lin's Take Away | 12 Allport Lane, Bromborough | 577 yd | |
| Hungrys | 126 Allport Road, Bromborough | 590 yd | |
| Capizzi | 86 The Rake, Bromborough | 640 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | 116 Allport Road, Bromborough | 526 yd | |
| Co-op | 30 Allport Lane, Bromborough | 577 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mendell Primary School ALLPORT LANE | grass pitches | 264 yd |
| Christ The King Catholic Primary School ALLPORT ROAD | grass pitches | 600 yd |
| The Oc At Knockaloe Hall BRIDLE ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 635 yd |
| Bromborough Recreation Ground BROMBOROUGH RECREATION GROUND BROMBOROUGH RECREATION GROUND THE RAKE | grass pitches | 679 yd |
| Lord Leverhulme Playing Fields GREEN LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 816 yd |
| Coop Academy Woodslee CROFT AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,062 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.