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Moreton West and Saughall Massie

About

Moreton West and Saughall Massie is a residential ward on the north-western edge of the Wirral Peninsula. The area is characterised by post-war housing estates, primarily semi-detached and terraced homes, with pockets of older properties. It is bounded by farmland and open fields to the west, providing a clear transition from urban to rural landscapes. Local shopping parades serve the community's daily needs along Upton Road and Saughall Massie Road.

The area includes the distinct village core of Saughall Massie, centred on its historic village green and duck pond, which offers a focal point. The Wirral Way, a traffic-free path on a former railway line, runs along the southern boundary, popular for walking and cycling. Large playing fields and the grounds of Leasowe Castle are significant local green spaces. Public transport connections primarily consist of bus routes linking the ward to Moreton, Upton, and Birkenhead.

Area overview

On average Moreton West and Saughall Massie has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 47 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Moreton West and Saughall Massie is £44,616 per year. There are 2 schools in Moreton West and Saughall Massie: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Moreton West and Saughall Massie is home to around 13,774 people, with a population density of about 2,920.1 per km2.

Crime rate

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

5/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Moreton West and Saughall Massie Population

13,774

Population density

2,920.1 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

26.35(-29%)

Anti-social behaviour

4.94(-73%)

Criminal damage and arson

4.14(-54%)

Drugs

4.07(+7%)

Public order

3.85(-62%)

North West average

Demographics

British

13,089

95.01%

Other White

150

1.09%

Other Asian

108

0.78%

Irish

0.7%

Chinese

0.49%

Total population: 13,777

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

3,041

26.28%

Level 3 (A level)

2,244

19.39%

No qualifications

2,241

19.37%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

1,768

15.28%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

1,196

10.34%

Total 16+ residents: 11,572

Housing

Owns outright

2,668

42.76%

Owns with a mortgage

2,132

34.17%

Private landlord or letting agency

674

10.8%

Other social rented

397

6.36%

Social rents from council

203

3.25%

Total households: 6,239

Property prices in Moreton West and Saughall Massie

Based on 165 recent sales, the median property price is £220,000 in Moreton West and Saughall Massie area, with individual transactions ranging from £87,000 up to £400,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Moreton West and Saughall Massie over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	49	£245,000	£178,000	£230,000	£310,000	£351,200
Flats	6	£126,500	£90,000	£103,000	£138,750	£139,750
Semi-Detached	94	£215,000	£145,625	£190,000	£234,500	£285,000
Terraced	16	£176,350	£126,250	£160,250	£192,500	£240,000

10 years median price trend in Moreton West and Saughall Massie

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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Crime per 1,000 population

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Economics

Education (age 16+)

Housing

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