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Gayton & Lower Heswall

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About

Gayton & Lower Heswall is a residential area located on the Wirral Peninsula, near the banks of the River Dee. The area features a mix of detached and semi-detached homes, with tree-lined streets and quiet neighborhoods. It is close to Heswall town center, providing access to local shops, cafes, and amenities. The nearby Heswall Dales offers green spaces and walking trails with views across the estuary.

The area is well-connected by road, with easy access to the A540 and M53 motorway, making it convenient for commuting to Chester or Liverpool. Schools in the vicinity include Gayton Primary and Heswall Primary, catering to families. The proximity to the Dee Estuary also makes it popular for those who enjoy coastal walks and outdoor activities. The overall atmosphere is suburban, with a focus on community and convenience.

Area overview

On average Gayton & Lower Heswall has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 20 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 1.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Gayton & Lower Heswall is £59,900 per year. There are 3 schools in Gayton & Lower Heswall: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
20
Deprivation level
1/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Gayton & Lower Heswall Population
8,839
Population density
645.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,261
93.46%
Other White
116
1.31%
Indian
98
1.11%
White and Asian (mixed)
74
0.84%
Irish
71
0.8%
Total population: 8,839

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,300
60.34%
Owns with a mortgage
1,282
33.63%
Private landlord or letting agency
156
4.09%
Other forms of private rent
34
0.89%
Other social rented
24
0.63%
Total households: 3,812

Property prices in Gayton & Lower Heswall

Based on 137 recent sales, the median property price is £520,000 in Gayton & Lower Heswall area, with individual transactions ranging from £115,000 up to £1,782,500.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Gayton & Lower Heswall in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Gayton & Lower Heswall over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached103£565,000
Flats10£184,975
Semi-Detached23£412,000
Terraced1£330,000

10 years median price trend in Gayton & Lower Heswall

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Gayton & Lower Heswall.

All postcodes in Gayton & Lower Heswall

CH604RX

Teals Way

CH604SE

Farr Hall Drive

CH608NJ

Baskervyle Road

CH608PG

Wallrake

CH609JA

Crossley Drive

CH609JY

Banks Road

CH616UF

Downham Road North

CH603RE

Gayton Lane

CH600BA

West Drive

CH600BP

Anthony's Way

CH600EU

Church Farm Court

CH602SF

Andrew's Walk

CH608NH

Well Lane

CH608PN

Station Road

CH608QH

Lapwing Rise

CH609HF

Greenfield Lane

CH616UW

Downham Road North

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.