Lapwing Lane is in Manchester and in Manchester district. M20 2WS 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 2WS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M20 2NT, M20 1JN, M20 2WT, M20 2WH, M20 1LD, M20 2NS, M20 2NH, M20 1LL, M20 1LH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M20 2WS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.5% | 51.7% | 6.2% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 54.5% | 48.3% | -6.2% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 2WS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 68.5% 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 | 79.6% | 68.5% | -11.1% | 37.9% | 30.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 15.6% | 24.6% | 9.0% | 44.2% | -19.6% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 2.1% | 5% | 2.9% | 9.1% | -4.1% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (93.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 63.1% | 63.1% | 0.0% | 48.4% | 14.7% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 30.5% | 0.2% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 4.1% | 4.1% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -8.6% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
In the area around M20 2WS this area, 3.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 69.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 3.1% | 3.8% | 0.7% | 18.2% | -14.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.8% | 3.4% | -0.4% | 9.6% | -6.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.6% | 5.3% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -8.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 14% | 0.5% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 68.9% | 69.3% | 0.4% | 33.8% | 35.5% |
| Other | 2.8% | 4.2% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.9% | 0.7% | -2.2% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 2.9% | 6.4% | 3.5% | 3.1% | 3.3% |
| Pakistani | 1.6% | 4.1% | 2.5% | 2.7% | 1.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 5.4% | 3.7% | -1.7% | 0.8% | 2.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 78.7% | 77.3% | -1.4% | 81.4% | -4.1% |
| Arab | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Other | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 77.7% 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 | 86.3% | 77.7% | -8.6% | 83.2% | -5.5% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 7.8% | 4.9% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 1.4% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.1% | 10.5% | 4.4% | 5.6% | 4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.7% | 78.2% | -7.5% | 83.2% | -5.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 11.9% | 10.9% | 9.8% | 2.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 3.1% | 0.9% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.1% | 3.1% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 7% | 3.7% | -3.3% | 1.9% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.4% | 76.7% | 7.7% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 2.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 3.4% | 13.5% | -10.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.7% | 37.2% | 20.5% |
| Christian | 22.3% | 46.2% | -23.9% |
| Hindu | 4.7% | 1.7% | 3.0% |
| Jewish | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 5.7% | 6.5% | -0.8% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
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.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 1 20 Lapwing Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2025-11-27 | £353,302 |
| Flat 3 20 Lapwing Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2025-03-14 | £339,678 |
| Flat 3 20 Lapwing Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2022-04-14 | £312,747 |
| Flat 4 20 Lapwing Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £301,500 | 2021-12-01 | £326,909 |
| Flat 1 16 Lapwing Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2019-08-12 | £633,792 |
M20 2WS area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
M20 2WS 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 | 154 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Retired | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Education | 28 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 25 |
| Information and communication | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| 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 | 3,461 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 | 4,735 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shakespeare Nursery School Stockport Road , Chorlton-on-Medlock M13 9BN | - not rated | 5,102 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfair Nursery School Ashgate Avenue , Crossacres M22 7ZE | - not rated | 5,243 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | - not rated | 5,276 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 | - not rated | 193 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cavendish Primary School Cavendish Road , West Didsbury M20 1JG | 3out of 4 | 193 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Didsbury CE Primary School Central Road , West Didsbury M20 4ZA | 3out of 4 | 276 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Moat Junior School Old Moat Lane , Withington M20 3FN | - not rated | 984 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Moat Infant School Old Moat Lane , Withington M20 3FN | - not rated | 984 yd | Community 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 | 4out of 4 | 806 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loreto High School Chorlton Nell Lane , Chorlton-Cum-Hardy M21 7SW | 2out of 4 | 1,759 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| CHS South 451 Mauldeth Road West , Chorlton M21 7SX | 3out of 4 | 1,829 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whalley Range 11-18 High School Wilbraham Road , Whalley Range M16 8GW | 3out of 4 | 1,939 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Whalley Range 11-18 High School Wilbraham Road , Whalley Range M16 8GW | - not rated | 1,939 yd | Foundation school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xaverian College Lower Park Road , M14 5RB | - not rated | 3,655 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Area College Buckingham Road , SK4 4RA | - not rated | 4,151 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Loreto College Chichester Road , Hulme M15 5PB | - not rated | 4,393 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Trafford College of Further Education Talbot Road , M32 0XH | - not rated | 5,171 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 | 2,329 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shawgrove School Cavendish Road , West Didsbury M20 1QB | - not rated | 238 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ewing School Central Road , Didsbury M20 4ZA | - not rated | 281 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Birches School Newholme Road , West Didsbury M20 2XZ | 3out of 4 | 617 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbrook School Newholme Road , West Didsbury M20 2XZ | - not rated | 617 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Taqwa Islamic School 638 Wilmslow Road , Didsbury M20 6AH | - not rated | 742 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | 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 | 2 yd | |
| The Lime Tree | 8 Lapwing Lane | 2 yd | |
| Zaranda Bar | 1 Lapwing Lane | 61 yd | |
| Dough Bites Two T/as Proove | 160 Burton Road | 133 yd | |
| Cove | 158 Burton Road | 142 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Metropolitan also T/as K-Town, Chik Box & Locked & Loaded | 2 Lapwing Lane | 2 yd | |
| Railway Inn | 3 Lapwing Lane | 61 yd | |
| The Drawing Room | 148b Burton Road | 142 yd | |
| The George Charles | 244 Burton Road | 254 yd | |
| Saison | 236 Burton Road | 255 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chippy On Burton Road | 178 Burton Road | 142 yd | |
| Kismet Indian Takeaway | 118 Burton Road | 252 yd | |
| Tokies | 120 Burton Road | 252 yd | |
| Continental Takeaway | 127 Burton Road | 270 yd | |
| Lotus Chinese Takeaway | 117 Burton Road | 354 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Didsbury Express | 132-134 Burton Road | 188 yd | |
| Co-Op Store | 175 Burton Road | 224 yd | |
| Co-operative | 35 Copson Street | 1,083 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Albert Club 39-41 39-41 OLD LANSDOWNE ROAD | tennis courts | 366 yd |
| Shaare Hayin Synagogue OLD LANSDOWNE ROAD | 429 yd | |
| Northern Lawn Tennis Club PALATINE ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, tennis courts | 471 yd |
| Withington Leisure Centre BURTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 816 yd |
| Lancasterian School ELIZABETH SLINGER ROAD | 833 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 23.5% |
| 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 | 77.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.