Thorpe Street is in Manchester and in Trafford district. M16 9PR is located in the Old Trafford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stretford and Urmston. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Thorpe Street, Manchester, M16 9PR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M16 9PU, M16 9PW, M16 9PX, M16 9PZ, M16 9PT, M16 9PG, M16 9PS, M16 9QA, M16 9PY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M16 9PR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 51.6% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 48.4% | 48.4% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 9PR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.1% 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 | 48.1% | 51.1% | 3.0% | 37.9% | 13.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.9% | 36.7% | -3.2% | 44.2% | -7.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 5.4% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 3.2% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 | 49.7% | 47.7% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 29.6% | 34.4% | 4.8% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 10.3% | -3.1% | 12.7% | -2.4% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 6.8% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 0.8% | -1.6% | 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 43.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21% | 16.7% | -4.3% | 18.2% | -1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 6.4% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 11.5% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 4.2% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 14.7% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.7% | 43.9% | 10.2% | 33.8% | 10.1% |
| Other | 7.2% | 2.6% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 48.6% 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 | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 1.1% | -0.6% |
| Chinese | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 21.5% | 18.4% | -3.1% | 3.1% | 15.3% |
| Pakistani | 12.9% | 8.6% | -4.3% | 2.7% | 5.9% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 2.7% | 1.4% | 2.5% | 0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 9.4% | 8.6% | -0.8% | 1.0% | 7.6% |
| Other Black | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.7% | 1.1% | -1.6% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 41.9% | 48.6% | 6.7% | 81.4% | -32.8% |
| Other | 2.2% | 5.7% | 3.5% | 1.6% | 4.1% |
In this area, 72.7% 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 | 72.6% | 72.7% | 0.1% | 83.2% | -10.5% |
| European Union | 6.7% | 7% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 3.2% | 0.8% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 11% | 10.8% | -0.2% | 5.6% | 5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 6.2% | 5.9% | -0.3% | 1.3% | 4.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 70.7% | 72.7% | 2.0% | 83.2% | -10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 20.3% | 19.0% | 9.8% | 10.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.8% | 3% | -0.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.1% | 2.2% | -2.9% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 19.1% | 1.9% | -17.2% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.7% | 76.7% | 6.0% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 2.4% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 5.4% | 13.5% | -8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.3% | 37.2% | 1.1% |
| Christian | 19.9% | 46.2% | -26.3% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 25.3% | 6.5% | 18.8% |
| Sikh | 5.4% | 0.9% | 4.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.7% | 6.0% | 3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thorpe Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Hulme 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 -97.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Thorpe Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £341,000 | 2025-03-28 | £337,498 |
| 22 Thorpe Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2023-03-29 | £317,785 |
| 47 Thorpe Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £330,500 | 2022-12-09 | £351,384 |
| 15 Thorpe Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2022-07-01 | £332,591 |
| 47 Thorpe Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2021-07-20 | £364,261 |
| Full-Time Employee | 114 |
| Part-Time Employee | 54 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Education | 17 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| 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 | 2,143 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seymour Park Community Primary School Northumberland Road , Old Trafford M16 9QE | 4out of 4 | 271 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alphonsus RC Primary School Hamilton Street , Off Stretford Road M16 7PT | 4out of 4 | 631 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Trafford Community Academy Malvern Street , Old Trafford M15 4FL | 3out of 4 | 700 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's RC Primary School Manchester Whalley Road , Whalley Range M16 8AW | 3out of 4 | 853 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Road Primary School Kings Road , Firswood M16 0GR | 3out of 4 | 987 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 | 1,728 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy MediaCityUK King William Street , Salford M50 3UQ | 3out of 4 | 2,048 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity CofE High School Higher Cambridge Street , M15 6HP | 4out of 4 | 2,367 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Academy Moss Lane East , Moss Side M14 4PX | 2out of 4 | 2,593 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| AldridgeUTC@MediaCityUK 100- 102 Broadway , M50 2UW | 2out of 4 | 2,630 yd | University technical college | No | 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 | 1,295 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafford College Group Talbot Road , Stretford M32 0XH | - not rated | 1,495 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Xaverian College Lower Park Road , M14 5RB | - not rated | 3,522 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Salford City College Dronfield Road , M6 7FR | - not rated | 4,841 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 | 2,357 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 | 601 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Vianney School Rye Bank Road , Firswood M16 0EX | 3out of 4 | 1,212 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| IncludEd 8 Alexandra Road South , Whalley Range M16 8ER | - not rated | 1,289 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's College Alexandra Road South , Whalley Range M16 8HX | - not rated | 1,679 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kassim Darwish Grammar School for Boys Hartley Hall , Alexandra Road South M16 8NH | - not rated | 2,250 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chaiiwala | 89 Ayres Road | 222 yd | |
| Chillyz Ltd | 71a Ayres Road | 236 yd | |
| Abys Biryani Old Trafford | 2a Darnley Street | 356 yd | |
| Qabeela Restaurant | 59 Ayres Road | 372 yd | |
| Cinnamon | 33c Ayres Road | 430 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Alphonsus Parish Centre | 2 Powell Street | 383 yd | |
| Cafe Bar 621 | 621 Stretford Road | 522 yd | |
| Tollgate Inn | Toll Gate, Seymour Grove | 575 yd | |
| Morgans Bar | 30 Talbot Road | 616 yd | |
| Old Trafford Conservative Club | 124 Seymour Grove | 658 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong Chippy | 149 Henrietta Street | 100 yd | |
| Red Marrakech | 97 Ayres Road | 212 yd | |
| Adream Patties | 108 Ayres Road | 219 yd | |
| Spices of Kashmir | 89a-89b, 89a Ayres Road | 221 yd | |
| Deens fried Chicken | 29 Ayres Road | 443 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worldwide Foodstores (Old Trafford) | Seymour Grove | 586 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods plc | Tennis Street, Off Seymour Grove | 587 yd | |
| Tesco | 42 Upper Chorlton Road | 662 yd | |
| Iceland Foods | Unit 12, White City Retail Park, Chester Road | 1,094 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | Unit 1a, White City Retail Park, Chester Road | 1,094 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Old Trafford Sports Barn OLD TRAFFORD SPORTS BARN OLD TRAFFORD SPORTS BARN ST HILDAS ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 304 yd |
| Seymour Park Northumberland Road | grass pitches | 368 yd |
| St Brides Park CORNBROOK STREET | grass pitches | 628 yd |
| Bold Street Sports Ground DRAYTON STREET | grass pitches | 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 | 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 | 63.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.