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West Kirby and Thurstaston

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About

West Kirby and Thurstaston is a coastal ward in the Wirral, known for its mix of residential areas and natural landscapes. The ward includes West Kirby, a popular seaside town with a marina, independent shops, and a promenade overlooking the Dee Estuary. Thurstaston, to the south, is more rural, featuring Thurstaston Common and parts of Wirral Country Park, offering walking trails and views across the estuary.

The area is well-connected, with West Kirby serving as the terminus of the Wirral Line, providing direct rail links to Liverpool. The ward also includes Caldy, an affluent suburb with large detached homes. Coastal paths and open spaces like the Wirral Way attract visitors, while local schools and community facilities cater to residents. The blend of urban and rural environments makes it a distinctive part of the Wirral.

Area overview

On average West Kirby and Thurstaston has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 39 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in West Kirby and Thurstaston is £51,412 per year. There are 8 schools in West Kirby and Thurstaston: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
39
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
5.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

West Kirby and Thurstaston Population
12,543
Population density
1,047.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
11,559
92.17%
Other White
243
1.94%
Irish
148
1.18%
Indian
111
0.89%
White and Asian (mixed)
94
0.75%
Total population: 12,541

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,685
48.76%
Owns with a mortgage
1,747
31.73%
Private landlord or letting agency
575
10.44%
Other social rented
306
5.56%
Other forms of private rent
87
1.58%
Total households: 5,506

Property prices in West Kirby and Thurstaston

Based on 190 recent sales, the median property price is £337,500 in West Kirby and Thurstaston area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £2,100,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for West Kirby and Thurstaston 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 West Kirby and Thurstaston over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached62£582,500
Flats26£215,000
Semi-Detached62£329,000
Terraced40£230,000

10 years median price trend in West Kirby and Thurstaston

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in West Kirby and Thurstaston.

All postcodes in West Kirby and Thurstaston

CH484EQ

Grange Road

CH481LB

Fleck Lane

CH482HF

Caldy & Newton

CH485ER

Broughton Avenue

CH485HP

Greenbank Road

CH486ER

Queensbury

CH486DN

Paton Close

CH486EA

Gleggside

CH487EY

Townfield Road

CH488AL

Burlingham Avenue

CH488AP

Burlingham Avenue

CH488AY

Bramhall Close

CH488BN

Hinderton Drive

CH488DB

Holmwood Gardens

CH488GG

Grammar School Lane

CH610HL

Church Lane

CH482HS

Norfolk Drive

CH482JE

King's Drive

CH483HF

Eaton Road

CH486DF

Greenbank Road

CH486EN

Wirral Mount

CH486HA

Larton Road

CH487ER

Monk's Way

CH487ES

Hilbre View

CH487HH

Egerton Drive

CH487HP

The Oatlands

CH488AD

Croome Drive

CH489XR

Chantrell Road

CH489XY

Shalford Grove

CH489UQ

Ennisdale Drive

CH482HP

Kirby Mount

CH482JW

Croft Drive

CH482LQ

Carisbrooke Close

CH482LT

Caldy Wood

CH483HG

South Road

CH483JP

Headland Close

CH484HX

Grange Road

CH485HA

Ridley Grove

CH485HF

Birkett Road

CH486DR

Willow Close

CH486EG

Caldy & Newton

CH487EZ

Townfield Road

CH489UJ

Covertside

CH480RS

Albert Road

CH481LG

Column Road

CH484LF

Bridge Court

CH485HH

Lang Lane

CH486DP

Gilroy Road

CH488DA

Woodlands Lane

CH489UB

Bracken Drive

CH489XG

Newton Cross Lane

CH489XP

Chantrell Road

CH489YD

Grange Farm Crescent

CH481LY

Long Hey Road

CH481NE

Caldy & Newton

CH481QU

Parkdale

CH483HE

Church Road

CH488AX

Column Road

CH488BS

Calday Grange Close

CH489UH

Covertside

CH489XA

Caldy & Newton

CH481LD

Fleck Lane

CH481LN

Caldy & Newton

CH481NX

Column Road

CH482AA

Caldy & Newton

CH482JG

Croft Drive West

CH483HR

Hydro Avenue

CH483HX

South Parade

CH483JR

Caldy & Newton

CH485HY

Boulton Avenue

CH486EF

Caldy & Newton

CH486EP

Queensbury

CH487HJ

Princes Avenue

CH488BH

Gorse Lane

CH489UX

Caldy & Newton

CH489YH

Larton Farm Close

CH481LL

King's Drive North

CH480RW

Church Road

CH481PX

Column Road

CH482HN

Melloncroft Drive

CH485EJ

Hillview Avenue

CH485HN

Marine Park

CH485HS

Birkett Road

CH485HW

Greenbank Road

CH486DB

Gresford Avenue

CH488BU

Grange Wood

CH489XW

China Farm Lane

CH610HW

Church Lane

CH481LT

Croft Drive East

CH482LL

The Finney

CH485EL

Greenhow Avenue

CH485HB

Hilton Grove

CH486EH

West Kirby

CH488BL

Grammar School Lane

CH489XN

Chantrell Road

CH489XS

The Stackfield

CH481LU

Croft Drive East

CH482HE

Caldy & Newton

CH482JB

Melloncroft Drive

CH482JU

Davenport Close

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.