Barnby Street is in Manchester and in Manchester district. M12 4WU is located in the Longsight electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Manchester, Gorton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barnby Street, Manchester, M12 4WU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M12 4PA, M12 4PB, M12 5RS, M12 4NU, M12 5RT, M12 5RR, M12 4WY, M12 4PD, M12 4WZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M12 4WU has a slightly higher male population, with 52.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.8% | 47.5% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -3.5% |
| Male | 53.2% | 52.5% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 3.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of M12 4WU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42.4% | 33.6% | -8.8% | 37.9% | -4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.9% | 56.8% | 9.9% | 44.2% | 12.6% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 1.9% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 6.8% | 2.6% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 2.3% | 0.9% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.9% | 47.5% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 36.2% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 11.3% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 3.8% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around M12 4WU this area, 29% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.6% | 29% | 2.4% | 18.2% | 10.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 13.4% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 13.1% | 1.2% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 3.7% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 10.9% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.6% | 21.8% | -0.8% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 13.6% | 8.1% | -5.5% | 2.8% | 5.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 10.7% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 4.7% | 6.6% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 5.5% |
| Chinese | 2.5% | 0.4% | -2.1% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 2.8% | 2.4% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 49.6% | 65.6% | 16.0% | 2.7% | 62.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.2% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 5.8% | 1.6% | -4.2% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.0% | 1.0% | 1.6% |
| Other Black | 3.4% | 0.4% | -3.0% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 21.1% | 10.7% | -10.4% | 81.4% | -70.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 2.3% | 5.8% | 3.5% | 1.6% | 4.2% |
In this area, just 43.1% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 50.4% | 43.1% | -7.3% | 83.2% | -40.1% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 7.7% | 4.3% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 4.3% | 2% | -2.3% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 39.6% | 46.4% | 6.8% | 5.6% | 40.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 43.1% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 25.7% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 49.1% | 43.1% | -6.0% | 83.2% | -40.1% |
| 10+ Years | 10.6% | 25.7% | 15.1% | 9.8% | 15.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 9.4% | 10.5% | 1.1% | 2.9% | 7.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 12.8% | 12.1% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 9.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 18.1% | 8.5% | -9.6% | 1.9% | 6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 53.6% | 76.7% | -23.1% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Italy | 4.6% | 0.6% | 4.0% |
| Portugal | 4.2% | 0.5% | 3.7% |
| Spain | 6.7% | 0.4% | 6.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 4% | 1.5% | 2.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 16.1% | 1.2% | 14.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 6% | 37.2% | -31.2% |
| Christian | 11.5% | 46.2% | -34.7% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 77.9% | 6.5% | 71.4% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barnby Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Levenshulme average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38 Barnby Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2025-11-25 | £144,036 |
| 74 Barnby Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £151,000 | 2021-10-07 | £185,538 |
| 69 Barnby Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2021-09-28 | £195,864 |
| 61 Barnby Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2020-09-25 | £155,822 |
| 79 Barnby Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2020-06-26 | £201,749 |
The percentage of student residents living in M12 4WU area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Looking after home or family | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 58 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Other | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Retired | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 22 |
| Education | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shakespeare Nursery School Stockport Road , Chorlton-on-Medlock M13 9BN | - not rated | 2,315 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ancoats Nursery School Palmerston Street , Ancoats M12 6PE | - not rated | 3,179 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fir Tree Nursery School Mill Lane , North Reddish SK5 6TP | - not rated | 3,326 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Nursery School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7EU | 4out of 4 | 3,678 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Martenscroft Nursery School & Children's Centre 33 Epping Street , Hulme M15 6PA | 4out of 4 | 3,759 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanley Grove Junior School Stanley Grove , Longsight M12 4NL | - not rated | 334 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley Grove Infant School Rushford Street , Longsight M12 4NL | - not rated | 334 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley Grove Primary Academy Stanley Grove , M12 4NL | 3out of 4 | 334 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley Grove Community Primary School Stanley Grove , Rushford Street M12 4NL | - not rated | 334 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crowcroft Park Primary School Stovell Avenue , M12 5SY | 3out of 4 | 528 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's RC High School Kirkmanshulme Lane , M12 4WB | 3out of 4 | 529 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedar Mount High School Gorton Education Village , 50 Wembley Road M18 7DT | - not rated | 983 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Spurley Hey High School Matthews Lane , Gorton M18 7SP | - not rated | 983 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Belle Vue 450 Hyde Road , M12 4BA | 4out of 4 | 1,049 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Enterprise Academy Central Lytham Road , Levenshulme M14 6PL | 3out of 4 | 1,332 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTE Group Whitworth House , Whitworth St M11 2WH | - not rated | 2,051 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Manchester College Openshaw Campus , Ashton Old Road M11 2WH | - not rated | 2,051 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Xaverian College Lower Park Road , M14 5RB | - not rated | 2,058 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Connell Co-Op College 301 Alan Turing Way , M11 3BS | - not rated | 2,814 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Area College Buckingham Road , SK4 4RA | - not rated | 3,321 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Hulme's Grammar School Spring Bridge Road , M16 8PR | 3out of 4 | 4,124 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alban's Independent School Santley Street , Longsight M12 5RG | - not rated | 235 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Iranian School of Manchester 86 East Road , Longsight M12 5GY | - not rated | 301 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rodney House School 2 Albert Grove , Longsight M12 4WF | 4out of 4 | 527 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Birch House School 98-100 Birch Lane , Longsight M13 0WN | - not rated | 855 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange School Matthews Lane , Gorton M12 4GR | 4out of 4 | 1,047 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northmoor Community Centre | 95-97 Northmoor Road | 105 yd | |
| Lahori Nazara | 635 Stockport Road | 229 yd | |
| Shake Bee | 643 Stockport Road | 233 yd | |
| Desires | 645 Stockport Road | 237 yd | |
| Top Boba | 174 Pink Bank Lane | 277 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New City | 106 Northmoor Road | 72 yd | |
| Red Chilli Grill | 99 Northmoor Road | 105 yd | |
| Lahori Dera | 649 Stockport Road | 229 yd | |
| Famous 5 | 653 Stockport Road | 248 yd | |
| Burger Season | 653a Stockport Road | 248 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Longsight | Stanley Grove | 481 yd | |
| Appna Cash & Carry (Manchester) Ltd | 19 Mitre Road | 624 yd | |
| Mount Road Superstore | 147 Mount Road | 965 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stanley Grove Primary Academy STANLEY GROVE | artificial grass pitch | 266 yd |
| Belle Vue Sports Village (National Basketball Performance Centre) Kirkmanshulme Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 614 yd |
| Rushford Park BROOKSIDE COURT BROOKSIDE COURT SLADE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 788 yd |
| Cedar Mount High School (Closed) Matthews Lane | 983 yd | |
| Annie Lee Playing Field (Closed) Mount Road | grass pitches | 1,020 yd |
| Melland Sports Centre (Closed) Mount Road | 1,086 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 66.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 75 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.