Homeowners approached and asked if they want to sell up in Wallasey boom "Properties flying out in New Brighton, we have estate agents contacting to ask if we want to sell!" New Brighton, Wirral skyline of St Peter and St Paul's Church (L) and St James' Church. (Image: Colin Lane) Wallasey was recently named as one of the most sought after property hotspots - and houses are being snapped up within days of being advertised. And people are so keen to be able to snap up a house, Rightmove’s property expert Tim Bannister said some buyers are choosing to sell up first so that they are not part of a chain when they want to snap up their next dream home.