Upper Chorlton Road is in Manchester and in Manchester district. M16 7RQ is located in the Whalley Range electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Manchester, Gorton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Upper Chorlton Road, Manchester, M16 7RQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M16 8AB, M16 7RJ, M16 8LH, M16 7RG, M16 7RX, M16 7QA, M16 7RT, M16 8AQ, M16 8AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M16 7RQ is primarily male, with 54.5% of the population 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 | 47.5% | 45.5% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -5.5% |
| Male | 52.5% | 54.5% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 5.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around M16 7RQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 61.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 56.6% | 61.9% | 5.3% | 37.9% | 24.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 20.8% | 23.8% | 3.0% | 44.2% | -20.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 6.6% | 2.2% | -4.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 9% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 2.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
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 | 45.1% | 47.6% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -0.8% |
| Good health | 30% | 27.5% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -6.1% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 18.8% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 4.5% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.4% | 20.7% | 3.3% | 18.2% | 2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 5.6% | -6.2% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 9% | -3.2% | 13.4% | -4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 11.1% | -0.4% | 16.9% | -5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.2% | 48.6% | 9.4% | 33.8% | 14.8% |
| Other | 6.6% | 3.4% | -3.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 44.4% 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 | 2.1% | 0.8% | -1.3% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 3.9% | 2.6% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -0.5% |
| Pakistani | 13.4% | 15.2% | 1.8% | 2.7% | 12.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Black African | 7.1% | 5% | -2.1% | 2.5% | 2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 5.9% | 11.8% | 5.9% | 1.0% | 10.8% |
| Other Black | 2.1% | 0.8% | -1.3% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 3.7% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 2.8% |
| Mixed Other | 2.4% | 4.5% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 3.7% |
| White | 53.1% | 44.4% | -8.7% | 81.4% | -37.0% |
| Arab | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Other | 1.5% | 4.2% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 2.6% |
In this area, 65.1% 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 | 69.4% | 65.1% | -4.3% | 83.2% | -18.1% |
| European Union | 7.4% | 7.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 6.2% | 4.8% | -1.4% | 2.7% | 2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 12.5% | 16.1% | 3.6% | 5.6% | 10.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.2% | 5% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 3.7% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 68% | 64.4% | -3.6% | 83.2% | -18.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 19.1% | 17.0% | 9.8% | 9.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.5% | 6.8% | 2.3% | 2.9% | 3.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 9.5% | 5% | -4.5% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 16% | 4.7% | -11.3% | 1.9% | 2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.7% | 76.7% | -9.0% |
| Ireland | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Portugal | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Spain | 1.8% | 0.4% | 1.4% |
| Poland | 3.1% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.8% | 1.5% | 1.3% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 23.2% | 46.2% | -23.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 24.8% | 6.5% | 18.3% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 11.5% | 6.0% | 5.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Upper Chorlton Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Chorlton average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 16 77 - 79 Upper Chorlton Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £16,500 | 2024-04-09 | £17,786 |
| Flat 16 77 - 79 Upper Chorlton Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £16,500 | 2024-04-09 | £17,786 |
| Flat 16 77 - 79 Upper Chorlton Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2022-05-31 | £198,435 |
| 73 - 75 Upper Chorlton Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £1,525,000 | 2022-05-31 | £1,635,746 |
| 59 Upper Chorlton Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £725,000 | 2021-06-01 | £829,764 |
| Full-Time Employee | 116 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Unemployed | 20 |
| Other | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Education | 26 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 1,842 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady's RC Primary School Manchester Whalley Road , Whalley Range M16 8AW | 3out of 4 | 390 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Junior and Infant School Adscombe Street , Alexandra Park M16 7AQ | 4out of 4 | 589 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seymour Park Community Primary School Northumberland Road , Old Trafford M16 9QE | 4out of 4 | 724 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manley Park Primary School College Road , Whalley Range M16 0AA | 4out of 4 | 766 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alphonsus RC Primary School Hamilton Street , Off Stretford Road M16 7PT | 4out of 4 | 801 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity CofE High School Higher Cambridge Street , M15 6HP | 4out of 4 | 2,014 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Academy Moss Lane East , Moss Side M14 4PX | 2out of 4 | 2,018 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whalley Range 11-18 High School Wilbraham Road , Whalley Range M16 8GW | 3out of 4 | 2,064 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Stretford High School Great Stone Road , Stretford M32 0XA | 2out of 4 | 2,248 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| CHS South 451 Mauldeth Road West , Chorlton M21 7SX | - not rated | 2,425 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loreto College Chichester Road , Hulme M15 5PB | - not rated | 986 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafford College Group Talbot Road , Stretford M32 0XH | - not rated | 2,018 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Xaverian College Lower Park Road , M14 5RB | - not rated | 2,920 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 | 1,693 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afifah School 86 Clifton Street , Old Trafford M16 9GN | - not rated | 618 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| IncludEd 8 Alexandra Road South , Whalley Range M16 8ER | - not rated | 797 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's College Alexandra Road South , Whalley Range M16 8HX | - not rated | 995 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Vianney School Rye Bank Road , Firswood M16 0EX | 3out of 4 | 1,316 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kassim Darwish Grammar School for Boys Hartley Hall , Alexandra Road South M16 8NH | - not rated | 1,614 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flayvas | 2 Upper Chorlton Road | 305 yd | |
| Cinnamon | 33c Ayres Road | 337 yd | |
| Qabeela Restaurant | 59 Ayres Road | 351 yd | |
| Abys Biryani Old Trafford | 2a Darnley Street | 356 yd | |
| Chocolate Chip Cafe Ltd | 178-180 Chorlton Road | 375 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Alphonsus Parish Centre | 2 Powell Street | 313 yd | |
| Carlton Social And Bowling Club | 113 Carlton Road | 654 yd | |
| The Nip and Tipple | 197 Upper Chorlton Road | 878 yd | |
| Jam Street Bar & Grill | 209 Upper Chorlton Road | 878 yd | |
| Tisch Und Teller | 197 Upper Chorlton Road | 878 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deens fried Chicken | 29 Ayres Road | 334 yd | |
| Taftan Tandoori | 178-180 Chorlton Road | 375 yd | |
| Chicken Shack | 3 Moss Lane West | 394 yd | |
| Caribbean Sunrise Foods Ltd | 9 Moss Lane West | 404 yd | |
| Kara Chippery and Curry House | 123 Stamford Street | 430 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 42 Upper Chorlton Road | 83 yd | |
| Tesco | 94a Withington Road | 509 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Brides Park CORNBROOK STREET | grass pitches | 817 yd |
| Loreto College CHICHESTER ROAD | 883 yd | |
| St Bede'S College ALEXANDRA ROAD SOUTH | 897 yd | |
| Bold Street Sports Ground DRAYTON STREET | grass pitches | 909 yd |
| Seymour Park Northumberland Road | grass pitches | 941 yd |
| Old Trafford Sports Barn OLD TRAFFORD SPORTS BARN OLD TRAFFORD SPORTS BARN ST HILDAS ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 970 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 | 86.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 76.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.