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About

West Kirby sits at the northwestern tip of the Wirral Peninsula, bordering the Irish Sea. The area is defined by its coastal setting, centred around a marine lake popular for sailing and windsurfing. The town's layout extends from the shoreline inland, with residential streets leading up to the lower slopes of Caldy Hill. Its promenade provides a direct and open connection to the sea, facing the distant mountains of North Wales across the estuary.

A broad tidal sandbank, known as the West Kirby Marine Lake, is encircled by a concrete walkway used by joggers and walkers. At low tide, the Dee estuary recedes to expose extensive sands, allowing for walks to the small islands of Little and Hilbre. This regular tidal movement dictates the local rhythm, with access to the islands being dependent on the daily schedule. The town centre offers practical shops and services along its main streets, supporting the residential community.

Area overview

On average West Kirby has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 41 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in West Kirby is £50,241 per year. There are 5 schools in West Kirby: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). West Kirby is home to around 7,580 people, with a population density of about 1,658.6 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
41
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
7.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

West Kirby Population
7,580
Population density
1,658.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
19.39(-48%)
Anti-social behaviour
13.46(-25%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.8(-35%)
Public order
5.01(-51%)
Shoplifting
3.96(-31%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,950
91.62%
Other White
238
3.14%
Irish
77
1.02%
White and Asian (mixed)
62
0.82%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
39
0.51%
Total population: 7,586

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,870
45.55%
Level 3 (A level)
981
15.57%
No qualifications
840
13.33%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
779
12.36%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
410
6.51%
Total 16+ residents: 6,301

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,499
42.52%
Owns with a mortgage
975
27.66%
Private landlord or letting agency
623
17.67%
Other social rented
249
7.06%
Other forms of private rent
85
2.41%
Total households: 3,525

Property prices in West Kirby

Based on 140 recent sales, the median property price is £279,202 in West Kirby area, with individual transactions ranging from £95,000 up to £1,165,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for West Kirby 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 over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats51£225,000
Detached16£555,000
Semi-Detached39£335,000
Terraced34£244,000

10 years median price trend in West Kirby

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

All postcodes in West Kirby

CH485JB

Broxton Avenue

CH485JQ

Pinfold Lane

CH485DW

Graham Road

CH484EE

Grange Road

CH483HE

Eaton Road

CH486BA

Greenbank Road

CH485EA

Claremont Road

CH484HD

Hoylake and Meols

CH485EN

Orrysdale Road

CH487HD

Cholmondeley Road

CH486DA

Gresford Avenue

CH486DN

Paton Close

CH485EP

Greenbank Road

CH483HT

Banks Road

CH485JE

Raeburn Avenue

CH480RD

Banks Road

CH480RX

Hoscote Park

CH485HT

Birkett Road

CH485EU

Norton Road

CH485HZ

Boulton Avenue

CH484DH

Westbourne Road

CH487HA

Grosvenor Avenue

CH485EG

Anglesey Road

CH487ET

Priory Road

CH480AB

Hoylake and Meols

CH484DT

Dunraven Road

CH484DN

Park Road

CH483HX

South Parade

CH483LE

Kale Close

CH484DJ

Westbourne Grove

CH483LD

Madeley Close

CH485EJ

Hillview Avenue

CH480QX

Banks Road

CH485JJ

Pinfold Lane

CH484ET

Grange Old Road

CH485JD

Raeburn Avenue

CH474AH

Leas Park

CH485DZ

Leigh Road

CH484EG

Grange Road

CH485DL

Pinfold Lane

CH484HW

The Crescent

CH483HD

Hilbre Road

CH480RE

Banks Road

CH484DY

Grange Road

CH480RP

Church Road

CH480QQ

South Parade

CH486AB

Willow Close

CH486DW

Paton Close

CH486DH

Essex Road

CH484EF

Grange Road

CH485AD

John Kirby Way

CH487HW

The Kirklands

CH484DD

Acacia Grove

CH487EJ

Grafton Walk

CH485HS

Birkett Road

CH484LG

The Crescent

CH484LQ

Riversdale Mews

CH485HB

Hilton Grove

CH485ER

Broughton Avenue

CH485DH

Meols Drive

CH483HR

Hydro Avenue

CH480RW

Church Road

CH480QP

Salisbury Avenue

CH480QT

Victoria Drive

CH486HD

Black Horse Close

CH480QH

Hoylake and Meols

CH485EX

Bridge Road

CH484AB

Crescent Walk

CH483HL

Victoria Road

CH483HW

Mostyn Avenue

CH480QF

Sandlea Park

CH480QJ

South Parade

CH487EF

Black Horse Hill

CH480QR

Hoscote Park

CH483HU

Banks Road

CH485DU

Darmonds Green

CH486DS

Black Horse Hill

CH486EH

Abbots Way

CH483HF

Eaton Road

CH485DG

Lingdale Road

CH484DZ

Grange Road

CH487ES

Monks Way

CH485ED

Redhouse Lane

CH484LE

Bridge Court

CH484HN

The Crescent

CH485ET

Kington Road

CH486DF

Greenbank Road

CH486DQ

Gilroy Road

CH480RS

Albert Road

CH484EQ

Grange Road

CH484EN

Westbourne Road

CH486EJ

Somerset Road

CH484ER

Ashburton Road

CH484HX

The Concourse

CH480RH

Banks Road

CH485DD

Meols Drive

CH480QY

Shrewsbury Road

CH486BB

Black Horse Hill

CH485DY

Leigh Road

CH484HL

The Crescent

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.