Palatine Road is in Manchester and in Manchester district. M20 2WG 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 Palatine Road, Manchester, M20 2WG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M20 2WF, M20 2YR, M20 2FJ, M20 2UF, M20 2GB, M20 2TQ, M20 2AA, M20 2TL, M20 2UD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M20 2WG is primarily male, with 60.6% 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 | 47.9% | 39.4% | -8.5% | 51.0% | -11.6% |
| Male | 52.1% | 60.6% | 8.5% | 49.0% | 11.6% |
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 M20 2WG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.3% 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 | 48% | 48.3% | 0.3% | 37.9% | 10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28% | 34.1% | 6.1% | 44.2% | -10.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.7% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 10.5% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 5.4% | -4.5% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 49.4% | 39.9% | -9.5% | 48.4% | -8.5% |
| Good health | 26.9% | 37.4% | 10.5% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 14.5% | -1.1% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 6.1% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 2% | -1.3% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.4% | 21.8% | -1.6% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.6% | 5.1% | 0.5% | 9.6% | -4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 4.3% | 6.4% | 2.1% | 13.4% | -7.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 4.6% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 9.5% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -7.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 55.3% | 48.2% | -7.1% | 33.8% | 14.4% |
| Other | 1.3% | 4.4% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 54.7% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 3% | 1.8% | -1.2% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 4.6% | 3.7% | 3.1% | 1.5% |
| Pakistani | 4.8% | 7.3% | 2.5% | 2.7% | 4.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 7.1% | 5.3% | 1.6% | 5.5% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 2.5% | 0.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3.3% | 0.7% | -2.6% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 79.3% | 54.7% | -24.6% | 81.4% | -26.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 1.5% | 7.3% | 5.8% | 0.6% | 6.7% |
| Other | 2.1% | 10.7% | 8.6% | 1.6% | 9.1% |
In this area, 55.6% 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 | 83.2% | 55.6% | -27.6% | 83.2% | -27.6% |
| European Union | 5.1% | 6.4% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 4.8% | 2.1% | 2.7% | 2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.2% | 30.8% | 23.6% | 5.6% | 25.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.3% | 55.6% | -23.7% | 83.2% | -27.6% |
| 10+ Years | 3.3% | 14.6% | 11.3% | 9.8% | 4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.6% | 3.4% | -0.2% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.9% | 8.4% | 4.5% | 2.2% | 6.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.9% | 18% | 8.1% | 1.9% | 16.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.4% | 76.7% | -18.3% |
| Ireland | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North Africa | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 4.5% | 0.1% | 4.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 4.5% | 0.3% | 4.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 20.8% | 13.5% | 7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 34.5% | 46.2% | -11.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 24.1% | 6.5% | 17.6% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Palatine Road 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 stayed broadly stable by about 0.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 194 Palatine Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £1,405,000 | 2022-04-29 | £1,534,016 |
| 200 Palatine Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £1,150,000 | 2019-06-27 | £1,709,203 |
| 198 Palatine Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £970,000 | 2018-07-10 | £1,453,657 |
| 196 Palatine Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £890,000 | 2018-04-30 | £1,369,815 |
| 202 Palatine Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £999,950 | 2017-12-18 | £1,550,066 |
M20 2WG 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 | 130 |
| Other | 89 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 26 |
| Information and communication | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 3,744 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | 4out of 4 | 5,322 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Ambrose RC Primary School Princess Road , Chorlton-Cum-Hardy M21 7QA | 3out of 4 | 977 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northenden Community School Bazley Road , Northenden M22 4FL | 4out of 4 | 1,248 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Didsbury CofE Primary School Elm Grove , Didsbury M20 6RL | 4out of 4 | 1,261 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cavendish Primary School Cavendish Road , West Didsbury M20 1JG | 3out of 4 | 1,396 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Didsbury CE Primary School Central Road , West Didsbury M20 4ZA | 3out of 4 | 1,421 yd | Free schools | No | 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 | 1,463 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Barlow RC High School and Specialist Science College Parrs Wood Road , East Didsbury M20 6BX | 3out of 4 | 2,048 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loreto High School Chorlton Nell Lane , Chorlton-Cum-Hardy M21 7SW | 3out of 4 | 2,189 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parrs Wood High School Wilmslow Road , East Didsbury M20 5PG | 3out of 4 | 2,366 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| CHS South 451 Mauldeth Road West , Chorlton M21 7SX | - not rated | 2,517 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | 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 | 4,981 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheadle and Marple Sixth Form College Cheadle Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 5HA | - not rated | 5,373 yd | Further education | No | 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 | 3,443 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moor Allerton Preparatory School 131 Barlow Moor Road , West Didsbury M20 2PW | - not rated | 541 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancasterian School Elizabeth Slinger Road , West Didsbury M20 2XA | 3out of 4 | 859 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Birches School Newholme Road , West Didsbury M20 2XZ | 4out of 4 | 1,061 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Secondary PRU Mersey Valley Campus , Barlow Hall Road M21 7JJ | 3out of 4 | 1,673 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southern Cross School Roundwood Road , Northenden M22 4AB | 3out of 4 | 1,685 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nazarene Theological College | Nazarene Theological College, Dene Road | 370 yd | |
| Durbar Square Restaurant | 96 Barlow Moor Road | 581 yd | |
| Sansou | 108 Barlow Moor Road | 581 yd | |
| Yes Lah MCR | 102 Barlow Moor Road | 582 yd | |
| Albert's Restaurant and Bar | 120-122 Barlow Moor Road | 624 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Withington Golf Club | Withington Golf Club, 243 Palatine Road | 479 yd | |
| The Woodstock | 139 Barlow Moor Road | 564 yd | |
| Didsbury Golf Club | Didsbury Golf Club, Ford Lane | 831 yd | |
| Northenden Golf Club | Palatine Road | 930 yd | |
| Northern Lawn Tennis Club | The Northern, Palatine Road | 1,003 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sagor Balti | 277 Palatine Road | 952 yd | |
| Super Duper | 27 Barlow Moor Road | 1,020 yd | |
| Anchors | 812 Wilmslow Road | 1,050 yd | |
| Dhoom Dhaam Didsbury | 784-788 Wilmslow Road | 1,051 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 684-686 Wilmslow Road | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | 726-732 Wilmslow Road | 1,064 yd | |
| Co-op Late Shop | 756 Wilmslow Road | 1,064 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, 674 Wilmslow Road | 1,070 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Spindles Health & Leisure (Manchester Didsbury) PALATINE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 168 yd |
| Withington Golf Club Ltd PALATINE ROAD | golf | 483 yd |
| Northenden Golf Club PALATINE ROAD | golf | 712 yd |
| Merseybank Playing Fields WATERFORD AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 717 yd |
| Didsbury Sports Ground Ford Lane | grass pitches | 824 yd |
| Didsbury Golf Club FORD LANE | golf | 833 yd |
| Shaare Hayin Synagogue OLD LANSDOWNE ROAD | 906 yd | |
| Lancasterian School ELIZABETH SLINGER ROAD | 916 yd | |
| The Albert Club 39-41 39-41 OLD LANSDOWNE ROAD | tennis courts | 1,000 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 | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.