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About

Upton ward is located in the northern part of Wirral, near the border with Liverpool. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including detached homes, semis, and terraces. Upton is known for its proximity to green spaces like Upton Park and Arrowe Country Park, which offer walking trails and recreational facilities. The ward is well-connected by road, with easy access to the M53 motorway and A551.

Local amenities include shops, schools, and community centers, catering to everyday needs. Upton also has a strong sense of community, with events often held at the nearby St. Joseph’s Church and other venues. The area is served by several bus routes, providing links to Birkenhead and Liverpool. While mostly quiet and suburban, Upton benefits from its closeness to larger urban centers, making it a practical place to live for commuters.

Area overview

On average Upton has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 98 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 22.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Upton is £35,313 per year. There are 15 schools in Upton: 7 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 2 secondary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
98
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
22.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Upton Population
16,376
Population density
3,851.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
15,377
93.89%
Indian
169
1.03%
Other Asian
142
0.87%
Other White
125
0.76%
Irish
92
0.56%
Total population: 16,377

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,256
31.11%
Owns with a mortgage
1,935
26.69%
Other social rented
1,162
16.03%
Private landlord or letting agency
991
13.67%
Social rents from council
693
9.56%
Total households: 7,251

Property prices in Upton

Based on 172 recent sales, the median property price is £190,000 in Upton area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £590,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Upton 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 Upton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached31£295,000
Flats18£104,000
Semi-Detached73£222,500
Terraced50£149,500

10 years median price trend in Upton

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

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.