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Pensby and Thingwall

About

Pensby and Thingwall ward lies in the eastern part of the Wirral Peninsula, primarily characterised by residential suburban development. The area is centred around the local shopping parade on Pensby Road, which serves the community's daily needs. Housing consists largely of semi-detached and detached homes from the mid-20th century, set along quiet, tree-lined streets. The ward is bordered by farmland and green spaces to the west, maintaining a distinct separation from the more urban areas of the Wirral.

A notable local feature is the presence of the ancient Thingwall site, a historical meeting place from which the area derives its name. Arrowe Park borders the ward to the north, providing extensive woodland and recreational facilities. The overall landscape is gently rolling, with several small parks and playing fields scattered throughout the neighbourhoods. Transport links are provided by local bus routes connecting to Heswall and Birkenhead, reinforcing its role as a settled residential community.

Area overview

On average Pensby and Thingwall has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 63 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Pensby and Thingwall is £49,701 per year. There are 5 schools in Pensby and Thingwall: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Pensby and Thingwall is home to around 12,911 people, with a population density of about 1,181.1 per km2.

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Pensby and Thingwall Population

12,911

Population density

1,181.1 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

33.69(-9%)

Public order

7.82(-22%)

Anti-social behaviour

7.36(-60%)

Criminal damage and arson

7.28(-19%)

Other theft

4.41(-33%)

North West average

Demographics

British

12,251

94.9%

Other White

136

1.05%

Irish

0.67%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.53%

Chinese

0.49%

Total population: 12,909

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

3,776

34.68%

Level 3 (A level)

1,900

17.45%

No qualifications

1,706

15.67%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

1,535

14.1%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

950

8.73%

Total 16+ residents: 10,888

Housing

Owns outright

2,726

46.66%

Owns with a mortgage

1,966

33.65%

Private landlord or letting agency

454

7.77%

Other social rented

446

7.63%

Social rents from council

136

2.33%

Total households: 5,842

Property prices in Pensby and Thingwall

Based on 157 recent sales, the median property price is £275,000 in Pensby and Thingwall area, with individual transactions ranging from £123,000 up to £706,000.

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 Pensby and Thingwall over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	32	£355,000	£258,250	£291,403	£452,500	£620,250
Flats	1	£123,000	£123,000	£123,000	£123,000	£123,000
Semi-Detached	112	£265,000	£178,650	£229,375	£310,875	£373,625
Terraced	12	£215,500	£158,975	£202,375	£252,500	£291,350

10 years median price trend in Pensby and Thingwall

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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Area Profile

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Crime per 1,000 population

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Economics

Education (age 16+)

Housing

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