Landican, Merseyside | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Landican

Landican is a small area located in Merseyside, England, within the postcode area CH49. It is primarily known for its residential character and proximity to larger towns such as Birkenhead and Wallasey. The area features a mix of housing styles, catering to a variety of residents. Landican is also home to the Landican Cemetery, which serves the local community and provides a peaceful setting.

The surrounding region offers various amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, making it a convenient place for families. Public transport links are available, connecting Landican to nearby urban centres. The area’s location allows for easy access to the natural beauty of the Wirral Peninsula, where outdoor activities can be enjoyed. Overall, Landican serves as a quiet residential area with essential services within reach.

School Ratings in Landican

Landican is served by 165 schools. Ganneys Meadow Nursery School and Family Centre, Our Lady of Pity Catholic Primary and Nursery School and Upton Hall School FCJ are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Landican

Property prices average £229K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £215K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Landican

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Landican, with 48 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Landican

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Landican 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.

Healthcare in Landican

There are 48 GP surgeries within three miles of Landican, the nearest being West Wirral Group Practice (0.7 miles away).

Local Data for Landican

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Property Prices 3,907 sales

Average Price £229K

£500 , £35.92M

Detached £313K 966

Semi £215K 1,783

Terraced £145K 744

Flat £101K 332

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

95 Primary

23 Secondary

47 Other

Outstanding 3

Good 6

Ofsted ratings for schools in the CH49 postcode area.

St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Foxfield School Not applicable Good 0.8 miles Thingwall Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Woodchurch High School Secondary 0.9 miles Woodchurch CofE Primary School Primary 1 miles Meadowside School Not applicable 1 miles Prenton Children's Centre 1 miles Prenton Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Ganneys Meadow Early Years Centre Good 1.1 miles Ganneys Meadow Nursery School and Family Centre Nursery Outstanding 1.1 miles Fender Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Ridgeway High School Secondary Good 1.2 miles

Household Income in Landican ONS 2023

The average total household income in Landican is approximately £46,530 a year before tax, 16% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,574. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Landican £46,530

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £35,574.

Businesses in Landican ONS 2025

There are approximately 516 active businesses based in Landican, around 18 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 93% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 5 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

516 Total businesses

18 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 93%

Small, 10-49 7%

Medium, 50-249 1%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Landican IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Landican 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

7/10

Income

6/10

Employment

5/10

Education

7/10

Health

4/10

Housing

9/10

Living Environment

8/10

Children 0-15 18%

Working age 58%

Older 65+ 24%

5,232 Children (0-15) 18%

16,936 Working Age 58%

7,163 Older (65+) 24%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26.5% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 17% 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 Landican 253 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Landican 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 112

Anti-Social Behaviour 48

Other Theft 22

Public Order 21

Criminal Damage & Arson 20

Other Crime 9

Drugs 7

Burglary 6

Shoplifting 3

Vehicle Crime 3

Bicycle Theft 1

Weapons 1

Local Policing

Merseyside Pensby and Thingwall 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

Upton (Merseyside) Train Station 1.7 miles

Heswall Train Station 2.3 miles

Rock Ferry Train Station 2.8 miles

Birkenhead Park Train Station 2.9 miles

Green Lane Train Station 2.9 miles

Birkenhead Central Train Station 2.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Thingwall 0.9 miles Woodchurch 1.2 miles Noctorum 1.2 miles Barnston 1.2 miles Prenton 1.4 miles Storeton 1.4 miles Arrowe Hill 1.4 miles Oxton 1.4 miles Pensby 1.8 miles Heswall 1.8 miles Higher Bebington 1.9 miles Irby 2 miles

Local Government

District Wirral

Ward Greasby, Frankby and Irby

Constituency Wirral West

Parish Wirral, unparished area

Region North West

Home Ownership in Landican

Of the 13,050 households in and around Landican, 71% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 71% Social rented 16% Private rented 13%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Landican.

Frequently Asked Questions about Landican

What is the population of Landican?

Landican has a population of approximately 29,319 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Landican?

The average property in and around Landican sold for about £228,533, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 35% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Landican a deprived area?

Landican sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Landican?

Landican is covered by the CH49 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Landican?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Landican, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Landican?

The nearest railway station to Landican is Upton (Merseyside) Train Station, about 1.7 miles away.

Streets in CH49 30 shown View all streets

Abingdon Road 1 Acacia Close 1 Ackers Road 5 Allangate Close 2 Almond Way 1 Appleton Drive 1 Arborn Drive 1 Archers Way 1 Arrowe Brook Lane 2 Arrowe Brook Road 7 Arrowe Park Road 18 Arrowe Road 4 Arrowebrook Court 1 Arroweside 1 Ashdale Park 1 Ashdown Drive 1 Atherton Drive 1 Atholl Duncan Drive 5 Aughton Court 1 Aylsham Drive 1 Barker Lane 1 Beauworth Avenue 1 Beech Avenue 1 Benedict Close 1 Benson Close 1 Big Meadow Road 4 Binsey Close 1 Birch Avenue 2 Birchdale Close 1 Blakeney Close 1

Postcodes in CH49 50 shown View all postcodes

CH49 0AB CH49 0AD CH49 0TA CH49 0TB CH49 0TD CH49 0TE CH49 0TF CH49 0TG CH49 0TH CH49 0TJ CH49 0TL CH49 0TN CH49 0TP CH49 0TQ CH49 0TR CH49 0TS CH49 0TT CH49 0TU CH49 0TX CH49 0TY CH49 0TZ CH49 0UA CH49 0UB CH49 0UD CH49 0UE CH49 0UF CH49 0UG CH49 0UH CH49 0UJ CH49 0UL CH49 0UN CH49 0UP CH49 0UR CH49 0US CH49 0UT CH49 0UU CH49 0UW CH49 0UX CH49 0UY CH49 0UZ CH49 0WB CH49 0WD CH49 0WF CH49 0WG CH49 0WJ CH49 0WL CH49 0WN CH49 0XA CH49 0XB CH49 0XD

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