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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

CH430UJ

Ledbury Close

CH431TN

Devonshire Road

CH431UY

Alton Road

CH431YG

Normanston Close

CH432HF

Rathmore Road

CH436UT

Waterford Road

CH429LP

Woodchurch Road

CH431TP

Charlesville

CH435RB

Princess Terrace

CH435RY

Bennetts Hill

CH435TZ

Ingestre Road

CH429JH

Singleton Avenue

CH431TJ

Grosvenor Road

CH432GB

Bidston Road

CH432LF

Overton Way

CH430XH

Oulton Way

CH432JT

Wellington Road

CH432LT

Hartford Close

CH432NF

Eccleston Close

CH432NZ

Holmfield

CH436TU

Columbia Road

CH439WN

Woodbank Park

CH430RZ

Cumberland Avenue

CH430SA

Welford Avenue

CH430SB

Dovedale Close

CH430XB

Waverton Avenue

CH432LN

Davenham Avenue

CH432JD

Beresford Road

CH439TT

Mere Farm Road

CH412UF

Woodchurch Road

CH434UA

Mather Road

CH435TE

Spring Villas

CH431UT

Balls Road

CH432HW

Holm Lane

CH432JY

Bidston Road

CH435SQ

Rose Mount

CH429QJ

Merlin Road

CH430UD

Aylesbury Avenue

CH430XF

Christleton Close

CH432HT

Holm Lane

CH432JF

Wellington Road

CH432NQ

Spurstow Close

CH435RF

Balls Road

CH435TD

Prices Lane

CH439TU

Mere Farm Road

Data Sources

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