About Poulton

Poulton is a suburb located in Merseyside, England, within the CH41 postcode area. It is situated near the town of Birkenhead and offers a mix of residential and commercial spaces. The area features a variety of local shops, schools, and parks, making it a practical choice for families and individuals alike. The suburb is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with public transport options readily available. Poulton's proximity to the River Mersey provides opportunities for leisurely walks along the waterfront. The local community is active, with various events and activities taking place throughout the year, fostering a sense of belonging among residents.

School Ratings in Poulton

Families in Poulton have access to 241 local schools. Kilgarth School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Poulton

Homes sell for an average of £130K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £93K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Poulton

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Poulton, with 91 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Poulton

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Poulton within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Poulton

Broadband services in Poulton range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,264 sales

Average Price £130K
£5K — £6.85M
Detached £205K 69
Semi £134K 477
Terraced £93K 1,517
Flat £83K 840

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

132 Primary
28 Secondary
81 Other
Our Lady and St Edward's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Birkenhead Hub - Brassey Gardens 0.5 miles Co-op Academy Portland Primary 0.5 miles Park Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Bidston and St James Children's Centre 0.6 miles Somerville Nursery School Nursery Good 0.6 miles Kilgarth School Outstanding 0.6 miles Weatherhead High School Secondary Good 0.7 miles Kingsway Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.7 miles St Alban's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.8 miles Holy Cross Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Somerville Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Poulton IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Poulton experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
2/10
Income
2/10
Employment
1/10
Education
2/10
Health
1/10
Housing
10/10
Living Environment
3/10
7,883 Children (0-15) 20%
24,919 Working Age 64%
8,204 Older (60+) 21%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 66.9% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 45.3% 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 Poulton 849 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Poulton are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

349 Violence & Sexual Offences
91 Criminal Damage & Arson
79 Drugs
77 Public Order
65 Anti-Social Behaviour
55 Shoplifting
39 Other Theft
31 Vehicle Crime
23 Other Crime
16 Burglary
9 Weapons
8 Robbery
5 Bicycle Theft
2 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Merseyside Seacombe 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

Birkenhead North Train Station 0.5 miles
Birkenhead Park Train Station 0.7 miles
Bidston Train Station 1.3 miles
Conway Park Train Station 1.4 miles
Wallasey Village Train Station 1.5 miles
Birkenhead Hamilton Square Train Station 1.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Seacombe 1.2 miles Bidston 1.2 miles Wallasey 1.2 miles Liscard 1.2 miles Birkenhead 1.2 miles Claughton 1.2 miles Bidston Hill 1.4 miles Egremont 1.4 miles New Brighton 1.9 miles Leasowe 2 miles Oxton 2 miles Upton 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Wirral
Ward Bidston and St. James
Constituency Birkenhead
Parish Wirral, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in CH41 30 shown View all streets

"Monkey Steps" 1 A41 1 A554 2 Abbey Close 2 Aberdeen Street 1 Adelphi Street 4 Alabama Way 1 Albion Street 4 Alderley Avenue 3 Alwen Street 2 Appin Road 2 Argyle Street 6 Argyle Street South 6 Ark Royal Way 1 Arthur Street 4 Ashford Road 1 Aspinall Street 1 Asquith Avenue 1 Avon Street 2 Back Menai Street 1 Balls Road East 2 Banning Close 1 Barton Street 1 Beaufort Road 3 Beckwith Street 8 Beckwith Street East 1 Bentinck Close 1 Bentinck Place 2 Bentinck Street 1 Berner Street 1

Postcodes in CH41 50 shown View all postcodes

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