About Capenhurst

Capenhurst is a village located in the county of Cheshire, in the north-west of England. It lies within the Wirral Peninsula, just south of the River Mersey, and is part of the Wirral borough. The village has a mix of residential properties, including traditional brick-built homes and more modern developments, reflecting its growth over recent decades. It is situated near the A550 road, which provides access to nearby towns such as Ellesmere Port and Birkenhead. The area is served by local amenities, including schools, shops, and community facilities. Capenhurst is also close to the Mersey Estuary, offering views and recreational opportunities along the waterfront. The postcode area for Capenhurst is CH1.

School Ratings in Capenhurst

Capenhurst is served by 74 schools. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Capenhurst

Property prices average £300K across the area, and flats are the most common property type, typically selling for £169K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Capenhurst

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Public order accounts for the highest share in Capenhurst, with 85 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Capenhurst

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Capenhurst falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Capenhurst

Most properties in Capenhurst can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,929 sales

Average Price £300K
£2K — £93.4M
Detached £396K 680
Semi £218K 953
Terraced £206K 1,370
Flat £169K 1,507

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

45 Primary
6 Secondary
23 Other
Capenhurst CofE Primary School Primary 0.1 miles Archers Brook SEMH Residential School 1.2 miles Meadow Primary School Primary 1.3 miles St Saviour's Catholic Primary and Nursery School Primary 1.5 miles Woodlands Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles The Whitby High School Secondary Good 1.8 miles St Oswald's CofE Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Parklands Children's Centre 1.9 miles Parklands Community Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 1.9 miles Brookside Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Sutton Green Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Hinderton School Outstanding 1.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Capenhurst IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Capenhurst in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
9,524 Children (0-15) 15%
43,139 Working Age 67%
15,526 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 30.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 20.3% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Capenhurst 652 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Capenhurst is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

291 Violence & Sexual Offences
85 Public Order
67 Shoplifting
53 Anti-Social Behaviour
35 Other Theft
34 Criminal Damage & Arson
27 Drugs
18 Other Crime
15 Burglary
9 Robbery
9 Vehicle Crime
4 Bicycle Theft
3 Weapons
2 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Cheshire Saughall, Mollington and Elton Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Capenhurst Train Station 0.1 miles
Little Sutton Train Station 2.2 miles
Overpool Train Station 2.3 miles
Ellesmere Port Train Station 3 miles
Hooton Train Station 3.1 miles
Eastham Rake Train Station 3.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Woodbank 0.6 miles Two Mills 0.6 miles Ledsham 0.9 miles Backford Cross 1.2 miles Dunkirk 1.4 miles Great Sutton 1.4 miles Saughall 1.9 miles Whitbyheath 2 miles Sutton Green 2 miles Backford 2.2 miles Lea by Backford 2.2 miles Shotwick 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Cheshire West and Chester
Ward Chester City & the Garden Quarter
Constituency City of Chester
Parish Cheshire West and Chester, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in CH1 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Green 2 Abbey Square 1 Abbey Street 1 Abbots Knoll 1 Abbots Park 3 Aberdaron Drive 1 Adelaide Road 3 Albert Street 1 Albion Place 1 Albion Street 2 Alderley Place 1 Aldersey Close 1 Anvil Close 1 Arthur Street 2 Ashbery Road 2 Ashfield Crescent 1 Ashmuir Close 1 Aspen Grove 1 Auckland Road 3 Back Queen Street 1 Backford Gardens 2 Balmoral Park 3 Barnes Close 1 Bath Street 1 Bedward Row 2 Belvedere Drive 1 Black Diamond Park 2 Black Diamond Street 1 Black Friars 2 Blacon Avenue 5

Postcodes in CH1 50 shown View all postcodes

CH1 1AB CH1 1AD CH1 1AF CH1 1AG CH1 1DA CH1 1DD CH1 1DE CH1 1DF CH1 1DP CH1 1EA CH1 1ED CH1 1EE CH1 1EF CH1 1EL CH1 1ER CH1 1ES CH1 1HA CH1 1HB CH1 1HD CH1 1HE CH1 1HF CH1 1HG CH1 1HH CH1 1HJ CH1 1HL CH1 1HN CH1 1HP CH1 1HT CH1 1JG CH1 1JT CH1 1JZ CH1 1LB CH1 1LD CH1 1LE CH1 1LF CH1 1LG CH1 1LH CH1 1LN CH1 1LQ CH1 1LR CH1 1LT CH1 1NA CH1 1NE CH1 1NG CH1 1NJ CH1 1NL CH1 1NN CH1 1NP CH1 1NQ CH1 1NW