Basford Road is in Manchester and in Trafford district. M16 0FT is located in the Longford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stretford and Urmston. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Basford Road, Manchester, M16 0FT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M16 0GB, M16 9GR, M16 0EN, M16 0FL, M16 9QS, M16 0EL, M16 0GE, M16 0UJ, M16 9QT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M16 0FT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.5% | 51.9% | 5.4% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 53.5% | 48.1% | -5.4% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 M16 0FT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.9% 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 | 34.2% | 36% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.8% | 51.9% | -4.9% | 44.2% | 7.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 2.2% | 4% | 1.8% | 9.1% | -5.1% |
| Widowed | 4% | 6.6% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 43.6% | 44% | 0.4% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 33.4% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -0.2% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 16% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 4% | 5.9% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.2% | 25.5% | 4.3% | 18.2% | 7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 9.3% | -0.8% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 6.4% | -6.9% | 13.4% | -7.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 4.2% | 3.1% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 13% | -1.7% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.9% | 39.5% | 8.6% | 33.8% | 5.7% |
| Other | 8.6% | 2.1% | -6.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 31.2% 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 | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Chinese | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 7.6% | 7.5% | -0.1% | 3.1% | 4.4% |
| Pakistani | 48.4% | 41.8% | -6.6% | 2.7% | 39.1% |
| Other Asian | 2.8% | 2.3% | -0.5% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 9.1% | 7% | -2.1% | 1.0% | 6.0% |
| Other Black | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 24.4% | 31.2% | 6.8% | 81.4% | -50.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
In this area, 68.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.3% | 68.8% | -1.5% | 83.2% | -14.4% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 4.7% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 2.1% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 21% | 19.5% | -1.5% | 5.6% | 13.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 5.4% | 4.5% | -0.9% | 1.3% | 3.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 67.7% | 68.8% | 1.1% | 83.2% | -14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 22.8% | 20.8% | 9.8% | 13.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 26.6% | 2.8% | -23.8% | 1.9% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.3% | 76.7% | 5.6% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Spain | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 3.5% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.5% | 13.5% | -5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 15.5% | 37.2% | -21.7% |
| Christian | 24.8% | 46.2% | -21.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Muslim | 49.4% | 6.5% | 42.9% |
| Sikh | 5.1% | 0.9% | 4.2% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Basford Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Gorse Hill & Cornbrook average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Basford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2025-01-13 | £472,742 |
| 5 Basford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2010-08-27 | £360,168 |
| 9 Basford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £249,950 | 2007-12-06 | £486,569 |
| 3 Basford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £54,000 | 1996-12-11 | £362,423 |
M16 0FT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 136 |
| Retired | 96 |
| Part-Time Employee | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Looking after home or family | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 37 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 24 |
| Other | 22 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 22 |
| Transport and storage | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martenscroft Nursery School & Children's Centre 33 Epping Street , Hulme M15 6PA | 4out of 4 | 2,836 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Road Primary School Kings Road , Firswood M16 0GR | 3out of 4 | 257 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hilda's CofE Primary School Warwick Road South , Firswood M16 0SH | - not rated | 519 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seymour Park Community Primary School Northumberland Road , Old Trafford M16 9QE | 4out of 4 | 553 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's RC Primary School St Teresa's Road , Stretford M16 0GQ | 3out of 4 | 604 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manley Park Primary School College Road , Whalley Range M16 0AA | 4out of 4 | 710 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stretford High School Great Stone Road , Stretford M32 0XA | 2out of 4 | 1,296 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stretford Grammar School Granby Road , Stretford M32 8JB | 3out of 4 | 2,056 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorlton High School Nell Lane , Chorlton-Cum-Hardy M21 7SL | 3out of 4 | 2,349 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| CHS South 451 Mauldeth Road West , Chorlton M21 7SX | - not rated | 2,446 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whalley Range 11-18 High School Wilbraham Road , Whalley Range M16 8GW | 3out of 4 | 2,559 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trafford College Group Talbot Road , Stretford M32 0XH | - not rated | 1,086 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Loreto College Chichester Road , Hulme M15 5PB | - not rated | 1,965 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Xaverian College Lower Park Road , M14 5RB | - not rated | 3,910 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Salford City College Dronfield Road , M6 7FR | - not rated | 5,282 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 | 2,269 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John Vianney School Rye Bank Road , Firswood M16 0EX | 3out of 4 | 393 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Afifah School 86 Clifton Street , Old Trafford M16 9GN | - not rated | 1,353 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longford Park School 74 Cromwell Road , Stretford M32 8QJ | 4out of 4 | 1,549 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls 55 High Lane , Chorlton M21 9FA | - not rated | 1,739 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Bede's College Alexandra Road South , Whalley Range M16 8HX | - not rated | 1,762 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theatre cafe | Broom House, 54-56 Seymour Grove | 667 yd | |
| Theatre of the Senses CIC | Broome House, 54-56 Seymour Grove | 668 yd | |
| Range Delights Ltd | 50 York Avenue | 707 yd | |
| Chaiiwala | 89 Ayres Road | 755 yd | |
| Chillyz Ltd | 71a Ayres Road | 799 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Trafford Conservative Club | 124 Seymour Grove | 195 yd | |
| The Nip and Tipple | 197 Upper Chorlton Road | 506 yd | |
| Jam Street Bar & Grill | 209 Upper Chorlton Road | 506 yd | |
| Tisch Und Teller | 197 Upper Chorlton Road | 506 yd | |
| The Hillary Step | 199 Upper Chorlton Road | 506 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tibetan Kitchen | 254 Upper Chorlton Road | 451 yd | |
| Grill Hut | 260 Upper Chorlton Road | 451 yd | |
| Ashiana Takeaway | 262 Upper Chorlton Road | 451 yd | |
| Jin Ho Fish and Chips | 266 Upper Chorlton Road | 451 yd | |
| J's Kitchen | 94 Kings Road | 479 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worldwide Foodstores (Old Trafford) | Seymour Grove | 868 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods plc | Tennis Street, Off Seymour Grove | 869 yd | |
| Iceland Foods | Unit 12, White City Retail Park, Chester Road | 1,059 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | Unit 1a, White City Retail Park, Chester Road | 1,059 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | White City Retail Park, Chester Road | 1,060 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St John Vianney Upper School RYE BANK ROAD | 412 yd | |
| St Hildas Primary School WARWICK ROAD SOUTH | grass pitches | 545 yd |
| Seymour Park Northumberland Road | grass pitches | 573 yd |
| Old Trafford Sports Barn OLD TRAFFORD SPORTS BARN OLD TRAFFORD SPORTS BARN ST HILDAS ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 760 yd |
| Old Trafford Cricket Ground BRIAN STATHAM WAY | grass pitches | 1,001 yd |
| Chorlton Leisure Centre (Closed) Manchester Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,080 yd |
| St John'S Catholic Primary School CHEPSTOW ROAD | grass pitches | 1,088 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 | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.