He was the fourth son of Charles Inman.[1] He became the owner of Upton Manor, in the grounds of Upton Park and held the title Lord of the Manor of Upton. A benefactor to his local community, Inman donated funds for the construction of Christchurch, Moreton and St. Mary's Church, Upton.
Inman married in 1849 Anne Brewis Stobart, daughter of William Stobart of Picktree.[2] He died at Upton Manor in 1881 and was buried at Moreton Parish Church, Wirral.