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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 110 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
110
Deprivation level
5/10
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
50.48(+35%)
Public order
13.08(+29%)
Criminal damage and arson
12.93(+44%)
Anti-social behaviour
12.93(-28%)
Drugs
10.08(+158%)
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 199 recent sales, the median property price is £185,000 in Oxton area, with individual transactions ranging from £47,000 up to £980,000.

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
Flats77£130,000
Semi-Detached65£240,000
Terraced38£173,500
Detached19£430,000

10 years median price trend in Oxton

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

All postcodes in Oxton

CH430UF

Prestbury Avenue

CH429NP

East Bank

CH431TN

Devonshire Road

CH432HH

Talbot Road

CH439TD

Wexford Road

CH432LL

Davenham Close

CH435UY

Ingestre Road

CH435XA

Eversley Park

CH430UX

Holmlands Crescent

CH432HR

Holm Lane

CH432NL

Holmside Lane

CH432NJ

Hargrave Close

CH431TT

Barnard Road

CH435TD

Prices Lane

CH429LP

Woodchurch Road

CH429QF

Heatherdale Close

CH435SE

Christchurch Road

CH432GG

Hillside View

CH436UD

Talbot Court

CH435RT

Heathfield Road

CH432JZ

Bidston Road

CH432ND

Hatchmere Close

CH439TU

Mere Farm Road

CH435RR

Clive Road

CH430TX

Holmlands Drive

CH430RZ

Cumberland Avenue

CH434TY

Euston Grove

CH432LP

Rathmore Close

CH435UH

Salem View

CH436YA

Duncote Close

CH429NU

Highgreen Road

CH432JB

Shrewsbury Road

CH435TW

Storeton Road

CH432JW

Lorne Road

CH432HZ

Shrewsbury Road

CH431AB

Beresford Road

CH432LF

Overton Way

CH435UA

Birch Road

CH432HQ

Glenmore Road

CH435UB

Storeton Road

CH435RL

South Hill Road

CH432JY

Bidston Road

CH435SY

Mount Pleasant

CH439TF

Wexford Road

CH429LN

Woodchurch Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.