Oxton ward is located in the Wirral Peninsula, covering a mix of residential and commercial areas. It includes parts of Birkenhead and is known for its Victorian and Edwardian architecture. The ward features tree-lined streets, local parks, and a range of independent shops and cafes. Oxton Village serves as a central hub with a variety of businesses and community spaces.
The area has good transport links, with easy access to Birkenhead town centre and Liverpool via the Mersey Ferry. Oxton is home to several schools and green spaces, including Birkenhead Park, one of the UK's first publicly funded parks. The ward has a mix of housing, from period properties to modern developments, catering to different demographics. Community events and markets are regularly held, adding to its local character.
On average Oxton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 81 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 of residents in Oxton is £38,710 per year. There are 7 schools in Oxton: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 198 recent sales, the median property price is £187,000 in Oxton area, with individual transactions ranging from £46,000 up to £900,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £428,750; semi-detached at £222,750; terraced at £213,500; flats at £120,000.
10 years price trend in Oxton
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Glenmore Road
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Wellington Road
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Duck Pond Lane
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Ringwood
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Palm Hill
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Rose Mount
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Storeton Road
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Beresford Road
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Chetwynd Close
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Duck Pond Lane
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Ledbury Close
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Devonshire Road
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Alton Road
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Normanston Close
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Duncote Close
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Lorne Road
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Downing Close
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Waterford Road
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Singleton Avenue
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Carlton Road
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Grosvenor Road
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Caroline Place
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Bidston Road
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Overton Way
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Oxton South
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Bennetts Hill
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Mill Hill
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Oulton Way
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Beresford Road
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Wellington Road
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Hartford Close
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Eccleston Close
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Holm Lane
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Columbia Road
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Mere Farm Road
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Mere Farm Road
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Ball's Road
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Bowness Avenue
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Welford Avenue
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Dovedale Close
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Holmlands Drive
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Davenham Avenue
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Mather Road
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Bennetts Hill
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Oxton South
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2025.