Lapwing Lane is in Manchester and in Manchester district. M20 2NS is located in the Didsbury West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Manchester, Withington. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lapwing Lane, Manchester, M20 2NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M20 2PD, M20 2NJ, M20 2WT, M20 2WR, M20 2WH, M20 2NU, M20 2NR, M20 2WS, M20 2PB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M20 2NS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.9% | 51.1% | -2.8% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 46.1% | 48.9% | 2.8% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 M20 2NS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 75.6% 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 | 68.3% | 75.6% | 7.3% | 37.9% | 37.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 14% | 11% | -3.0% | 44.2% | -33.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 9.3% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 1.6% | -7.3% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
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 | 44.9% | 45.8% | 0.9% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 27.2% | 29.9% | 2.7% | 33.6% | -3.7% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 16.7% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 8% | 6.1% | -1.9% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 1.5% | -1.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 57.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.5% | 14.6% | -7.9% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.8% | 6.5% | 1.7% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 6.5% | 3.6% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -9.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 12.1% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 52.9% | 57.9% | 5.0% | 33.8% | 24.1% |
| Other | 5.5% | 2.4% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.1% | 4.6% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 3.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 2.5% | 2.3% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| White | 88.5% | 82.8% | -5.7% | 81.4% | 1.4% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 82.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 82.6% | -5.9% | 83.2% | -0.6% |
| European Union | 6.2% | 8.7% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 4.9% | 2.7% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 1.7% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.1% | 83.3% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 0.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2.5% | 6.1% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 5.3% | 3.8% | 2.9% | 2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.4% | 2.7% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.4% | 2.7% | -4.7% | 1.9% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.4% | 76.7% | 0.7% |
| Ireland | 3.8% | 0.6% | 3.2% |
| Germany | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.2% | 13.5% | -3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.6% | 37.2% | 21.4% |
| Christian | 31.2% | 46.2% | -15.0% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lapwing Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Chorlton Park 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 -16.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Lapwing Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £682,500 | 2025-03-14 | £708,700 |
| 22 - 24 Lapwing Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £1,800,000 | 2019-02-05 | £2,503,053 |
| 22 - 24 Lapwing Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £1,800,000 | 2019-02-05 | £2,503,053 |
| 32 Lapwing Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2001-11-16 | £1,401,060 |
| 26 Lapwing Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £201,500 | 2000-11-24 | £1,178,503 |
M20 2NS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 122 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 35 |
| Education | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freshfield Nursery School 42 Mauldeth Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3NB | 3out of 4 | 3,458 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 | 4,802 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | 4out of 4 | 5,265 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cavendish Primary School Cavendish Road , West Didsbury M20 1JG | 3out of 4 | 230 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Didsbury CE Primary School Central Road , West Didsbury M20 4ZA | 3out of 4 | 296 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Moat Primary School Old Moat Lane , Withington M20 3FN | 3out of 4 | 1,056 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE Primary School St Paul's Road , Withington M20 4PG | 3out of 4 | 1,110 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's RC Primary School Heyscroft Road , Withington M20 4UZ | 3out of 4 | 1,330 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Didsbury High School 4 The Avenue , Didsbury M20 2ET | - not rated | 806 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loreto High School Chorlton Nell Lane , Chorlton-Cum-Hardy M21 7SW | 3out of 4 | 1,766 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| CHS South 451 Mauldeth Road West , Chorlton M21 7SX | - not rated | 1,855 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whalley Range 11-18 High School Wilbraham Road , Whalley Range M16 8GW | 3out of 4 | 1,999 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Barlow RC High School and Specialist Science College Parrs Wood Road , East Didsbury M20 6BX | 3out of 4 | 2,017 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xaverian College Lower Park Road , M14 5RB | - not rated | 3,728 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Loreto College Chichester Road , Hulme M15 5PB | - not rated | 4,455 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafford College Group Talbot Road , Stretford M32 0XH | - not rated | 5,202 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 | 2,388 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Birches School Newholme Road , West Didsbury M20 2XZ | 4out of 4 | 579 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor Allerton Preparatory School 131 Barlow Moor Road , West Didsbury M20 2PW | - not rated | 732 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancasterian School Elizabeth Slinger Road , West Didsbury M20 2XA | 3out of 4 | 780 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgelea Pupil Referral Unit Bridgelea Road , M20 3FB | 3out of 4 | 1,016 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Muslim Preparatory School 551 Wilmslow Road , Withington M20 4BA | - not rated | 1,047 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piccolino | 6 Lapwing Lane | 127 yd | |
| The Lime Tree | 8 Lapwing Lane | 127 yd | |
| Zaranda Bar | 1 Lapwing Lane | 180 yd | |
| Sett174 Art Cafe | 174 Burton Road | 254 yd | |
| Dough Bites Two T/as Proove | 160 Burton Road | 254 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Metropolitan also T/as K-Town, Chik Box & Locked & Loaded | 2 Lapwing Lane | 127 yd | |
| Railway Inn | 3 Lapwing Lane | 181 yd | |
| The Drawing Room | 148b Burton Road | 256 yd | |
| The George Charles | 244 Burton Road | 308 yd | |
| Saison | 236 Burton Road | 308 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chippy On Burton Road | 178 Burton Road | 256 yd | |
| Kismet Indian Takeaway | 118 Burton Road | 356 yd | |
| Tokies | 120 Burton Road | 356 yd | |
| Continental Takeaway | 127 Burton Road | 357 yd | |
| Lotus Chinese Takeaway | 117 Burton Road | 431 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op Store | 175 Burton Road | 269 yd | |
| Tesco Didsbury Express | 132-134 Burton Road | 303 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, 674 Wilmslow Road | 1,050 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Albert Club 39-41 39-41 OLD LANSDOWNE ROAD | tennis courts | 271 yd |
| Northern Lawn Tennis Club PALATINE ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, tennis courts | 347 yd |
| Shaare Hayin Synagogue OLD LANSDOWNE ROAD | 353 yd | |
| Withington Leisure Centre BURTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 860 yd |
| Lancasterian School ELIZABETH SLINGER ROAD | 871 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 | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 30.0% |
| 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.