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About

Oxton ward covers a central residential area of the Wirral Peninsula, situated on higher ground overlooking the Mersey estuary. The neighbourhood is characterised by its network of quiet, tree-lined streets and a mix of housing styles, from Victorian and Edwardian villas to more modern developments. Its focal point is the Village conservation area, centred around a triangular green with traditional shopfronts and local pubs.

The area is known for its steep, winding roads like Rose Mount and Storeton Road, which offer expansive views across the river towards the Liverpool skyline. Oxton contains several small parks and greenspaces, including the wooded escarpment of Oxton Fields. The annual Oxton Village Show, a traditional horticultural and community event, has been held for over a century.

Area overview

On average Oxton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 111 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Oxton is £42,000 per year. There are 7 schools in Oxton: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Oxton is home to around 13,689 people, with a population density of about 4,271.4 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
111
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
7.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Oxton Population
13,689
Population density
4,271.4 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
53.69(+45%)
Public order
13.3(+32%)
Criminal damage and arson
11.83(+32%)
Anti-social behaviour
11.47(-38%)
Drugs
9.72(+156%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
12,522
91.47%
Other White
255
1.86%
Irish
176
1.29%
Indian
111
0.81%
Chinese
102
0.75%
Total population: 13,689

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
4,152
35.59%
Level 3 (A level)
2,094
17.95%
No qualifications
1,845
15.82%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,540
13.2%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,007
8.63%
Total 16+ residents: 11,665

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,607
39.1%
Owns with a mortgage
1,911
28.66%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,453
21.79%
Other social rented
431
6.46%
Other forms of private rent
151
2.26%
Total households: 6,667

Property prices in Oxton

Based on 186 recent sales, the median property price is £180,000 in Oxton area, with individual transactions ranging from £46,000 up to £650,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Oxton 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 Oxton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached16£362,500
Flats74£130,000
Semi-Detached60£230,000
Terraced36£170,000

10 years median price trend in Oxton

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Oxton.

All postcodes in Oxton

CH430XQ

Marple Close

CH432JS

Silverdale Road

CH432LL

Davenham Close

CH432NR

Ince Close

CH435TR

Storeton Road

CH436TX

Kent Street

CH439TJ

Budworth Close

CH435RD

James Street

CH435US

Fairview Close

CH431XQ

Beresford Road

CH432HX

Tarporley Close

CH432ND

Hatchmere Close

CH432NH

Hargrave Avenue

CH434TY

Euston Grove

CH435TL

Storeton Road

CH435UR

The Grove

CH439TH

Wexford Close

CH429LW

Woodchurch Road

CH429NU

Highgreen Road

CH431XP

Shrewsbury Road

CH432LZ

Ringwood

CH432NX

Talbot Road

CH434UF

Slatey Road

CH435UF

Birch Road

CH436UE

Talbot Court

CH431YR

Beresford Close

CH432JA

Shrewsbury Road

CH434UJ

Grafton Street

CH435UG

Nursery Close

CH436UQ

Talbot Court

CH431TQ

Palm Grove

CH435SN

Rose Mount

CH435SS

Fairclough Lane

CH439TS

Mere Farm Road

CH430UW

Prestbury Avenue

CH432LH

Townfield Lane

CH435RQ

Kings Mount

CH435RW

Bessborough Road

CH435SF

Christchurch Road

CH439TF

Wexford Road

CH430TX

Holmlands Drive

CH431XL

Beresford Road

CH435XD

Yewdale Park

CH439TG

Budworth Road

CH429LS

Woodchurch Road

CH432HG

Glenmore Road

CH430UX

Holmlands Crescent

CH432NB

Backford Close

CH434UD

Balfour Road

CH435SX

Newburns Lane

CH435TF

Roslin Road

CH429QL

Merlin Road

CH431XJ

Beresford Road

CH432NJ

Hargrave Close

CH435TS

Mill Hill

CH430RY

Cumberland Avenue

CH430SE

Woodchurch Road

CH431TW

Devonshire Road

CH431YF

Beresford Road

CH432NU

West Knowe

CH435TG

Claughton Firs

CH436TZ

Village Road

CH436UD

Talbot Court

CH439QX

Mere Farm Grove

CH429QQ

Woodchurch Road

CH431XA

Alton Road

CH432JP

Cearns Road

CH432JZ

Bidston Road

CH435RL

South Hill Road

CH435XP

Mayfair Court

CH439TB

Wexford Road

CH431SX

Mather Road

CH431XG

Beresford Road

CH432HP

Holm Lane

CH435SL

Arno Road

CH429LR

Woodchurch Road

CH430UF

Prestbury Avenue

CH431TF

Palm Grove

CH431XS

Beresford Road

CH432NE

Calveley Close

CH435RN

Bessborough Road

CH435UJ

Fairview Road

CH439TZ

Noctorum Lane

CH431TS

Mather Road

CH435RU

Dudley Close

CH431TH

Victoria Gardens

CH432LS

Marston Close

CH435UT

Woodchurch Road

CH436UH

Bidston Road

CH429JJ

Singleton Avenue

CH431XZ

Devonshire Close

CH431YA

Claughton Green

CH432JL

Cearns Road

CH435UB

Storeton Road

CH435UN

Fairview Road

CH435UZ

The Knoll

CH432HR

Holm Lane

CH432JN

Lorne Road

CH432NW

Farndon Way

CH435SB

Normanston Road

Data Sources

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