Darnley Street is in Manchester and in Trafford district. M16 9WD 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 Darnley Street, Manchester, M16 9WD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M16 9ND, M16 9WB, M16 9NE, M16 9WE, M16 7GQ, M16 9LZ, M16 9NF, M16 9WF, M16 7QA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M16 9WD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 51.4% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 50.4% | 48.6% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 9WD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.3% 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 | 46.7% | 43.3% | -3.4% | 37.9% | 5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.6% | 46.7% | 10.1% | 44.2% | 2.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 0.9% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 4.4% | -4.4% | 9.1% | -4.7% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 3.8% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 42.4% | 39.6% | -2.8% | 48.4% | -8.8% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 40.8% | 4.4% | 33.6% | 7.2% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 13.5% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 4.1% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 27.5% | 23.8% | -3.7% | 18.2% | 5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 10.3% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 11.9% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 14.4% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.8% | 33.8% | 7.0% | 33.8% | 0.0% |
| Other | 11.8% | 3.8% | -8.0% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 22.1% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.1% | -0.6% |
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 15.9% | 18.5% | 2.6% | 3.1% | 15.4% |
| Pakistani | 22.9% | 29% | 6.1% | 2.7% | 26.3% |
| Other Asian | 3.4% | 0.7% | -2.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 3.1% | 2.6% | -0.5% | 2.5% | 0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 13% | 13.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% | 12.1% |
| Other Black | 2.9% | 1.4% | -1.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 31.3% | 22.1% | -9.2% | 81.4% | -59.3% |
| Arab | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 0.6% | 2.3% |
| Other | 0% | 5.5% | 5.5% | 1.6% | 3.9% |
In this area, 68% 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 | 62.9% | 68% | 5.1% | 83.2% | -15.2% |
| European Union | 6.7% | 1.2% | -5.5% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 4.1% | 3.9% | -0.2% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 18.3% | 20.2% | 1.9% | 5.6% | 14.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 8% | 6.5% | -1.5% | 1.3% | 5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 61% | 68% | 7.0% | 83.2% | -15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 5.3% | 23.1% | 17.8% | 9.8% | 13.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.4% | 4.3% | 0.9% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 25.3% | 1.9% | -23.4% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.7% | 76.7% | 2.0% |
| Italy | 3.4% | 0.6% | 2.8% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 5.6% | 1.2% | 4.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 13.9% | 37.2% | -23.3% |
| Christian | 19.7% | 46.2% | -26.5% |
| Hindu | 3.1% | 1.7% | 1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 52.4% | 6.5% | 45.9% |
| Sikh | 5.8% | 0.9% | 4.9% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Darnley 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 been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 81 Darnley Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £1,160,000 | 2024-11-20 | £1,166,751 |
| 27 Darnley Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2022-07-01 | £300,405 |
| 37 Darnley Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2021-12-03 | £323,529 |
| 73 Darnley Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2021-07-28 | £291,409 |
| 39 Darnley Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £277,500 | 2021-02-26 | £327,926 |
M16 9WD 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.
The percentage of student residents living in M16 9WD area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| 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 | 1,830 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Collyhurst Nursery School Teignmouth Avenue , Collyhurst M40 7QD | 4out of 4 | 5,449 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 | 547 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seymour Park Community Primary School Northumberland Road , Old Trafford M16 9QE | 4out of 4 | 588 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alphonsus RC Primary School Hamilton Street , Off Stretford Road M16 7PT | 4out of 4 | 609 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 | 739 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Trafford Community Academy Malvern Street , Old Trafford M15 4FL | 3out of 4 | 801 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,025 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Academy Moss Lane East , Moss Side M14 4PX | 2out of 4 | 2,134 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stretford High School Great Stone Road , Stretford M32 0XA | 2out of 4 | 2,138 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whalley Range 11-18 High School Wilbraham Road , Whalley Range M16 8GW | 3out of 4 | 2,287 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Oasis Academy MediaCityUK King William Street , Salford M50 3UQ | 3out of 4 | 2,457 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 960 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafford College Group Talbot Road , Stretford M32 0XH | - not rated | 1,905 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Xaverian College Lower Park Road , M14 5RB | - not rated | 3,053 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Salford City College Dronfield Road , M6 7FR | - not rated | 5,250 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 | 1,915 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 | 443 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| IncludEd 8 Alexandra Road South , Whalley Range M16 8ER | - not rated | 854 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's College Alexandra Road South , Whalley Range M16 8HX | - not rated | 1,211 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Vianney School Rye Bank Road , Firswood M16 0EX | 3out of 4 | 1,331 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 | 1,837 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cinnamon | 33c Ayres Road | 118 yd | |
| Qabeela Restaurant | 59 Ayres Road | 130 yd | |
| Abys Biryani Old Trafford | 2a Darnley Street | 139 yd | |
| Chillyz Ltd | 71a Ayres Road | 283 yd | |
| Flayvas | 2 Upper Chorlton Road | 291 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Alphonsus Parish Centre | 2 Powell Street | 172 yd | |
| Carlton Social And Bowling Club | 113 Carlton Road | 821 yd | |
| Old Trafford Conservative Club | 124 Seymour Grove | 914 yd | |
| The Nip and Tipple | 197 Upper Chorlton Road | 959 yd | |
| Jam Street Bar & Grill | 209 Upper Chorlton Road | 959 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deens fried Chicken | 29 Ayres Road | 119 yd | |
| Kara Chippery and Curry House | 123 Stamford Street | 236 yd | |
| Old Trafford Bakery Jamaican Takeaway | 126 Shrewsbury Street | 272 yd | |
| Adream Patties | 108 Ayres Road | 278 yd | |
| Spices of Kashmir | 89a-89b, 89a Ayres Road | 326 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 42 Upper Chorlton Road | 175 yd | |
| Tesco | 94a Withington Road | 732 yd | |
| Worldwide Foodstores (Old Trafford) | Seymour Grove | 1,073 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods plc | Tennis Street, Off Seymour Grove | 1,074 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Brides Park CORNBROOK STREET | grass pitches | 622 yd |
| Old Trafford Sports Barn OLD TRAFFORD SPORTS BARN OLD TRAFFORD SPORTS BARN ST HILDAS ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 788 yd |
| Seymour Park Northumberland Road | grass pitches | 791 yd |
| Bold Street Sports Ground DRAYTON STREET | grass pitches | 826 yd |
| Loreto College CHICHESTER ROAD | 852 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 | 64.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.