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Takeaways| Council | Wirral |
| Crime Rate | High for a North West town 122% above the national average. |
| Vibe | 🎉 Living for the Weekend🍸 Dinner & Drinks🚶♀️ No Car Needed |
| Demographics | 😔 High Unemployment🏘️ Renters |
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The average house price in Birkenhead is £132,280, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Birkenhead house price trends over the last 30 years.
£132,280
£294,630
£117,933
£196,455
£135,884
Is Birkenhead a nice place to live?
Birkenhead is a passable place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of C+. The area has a vibrant social scene, perfect for those who enjoy going out. However, one concern might be the high levels of unemployment in the area. With fewer homeowners than average, the area may feel less settled for those seeking an established community.
How safe is Birkenhead?
Birkenhead has a high crime rate for a North West town, with around 166 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 122% above the national average, and 108% above the Merseyside average. The rate is adjusted for visitor and workday population.
What are the best schools in Birkenhead?
Birkenhead has 56 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding school is Mersey Park Primary School. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Birkenhead and Rock Ferry Primary School. Note: 10 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Birkenhead?
The majority of residents in Birkenhead identify as White (British) (83%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (88%). The most common religion is Christian (51%).