Oaker Avenue is in Manchester and in Manchester district. M20 2XH 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 Oaker Avenue, Manchester, M20 2XH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M20 2YB, M20 2YD, M20 2XS, M20 2XD, M20 2ZB, M20 2ZA, M20 2ZD, M20 2YA, M20 2XF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M20 2XH has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% of residents 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 | 54.2% | 47.6% | -6.6% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 45.8% | 52.4% | 6.6% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
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 M20 2XH, 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 | 37.8% | 43.3% | 5.5% | 37.9% | 5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.1% | 33.4% | -6.7% | 44.2% | -10.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 6.6% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 13.4% | 13.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 7.3% |
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 | 53.3% | 42.2% | -11.1% | 48.4% | -6.2% |
| Good health | 28% | 37.2% | 9.2% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 17.1% | 6.8% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 3.2% | -3.7% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 50.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16% | 26.1% | 10.1% | 18.2% | 7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.9% | 1.6% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -8.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.8% | 6.8% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -6.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -4.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.5% | 7.8% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -9.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 57.6% | 50.5% | -7.1% | 33.8% | 16.7% |
| Other | 3.4% | 6.5% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 3.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74% 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% | -1.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 4.4% | 3.8% | -0.6% | 3.1% | 0.7% |
| Pakistani | 5% | 4.7% | -0.3% | 2.7% | 2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 8.3% | 7.7% | 1.6% | 6.7% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.0% | 0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 84.1% | 74% | -10.1% | 81.4% | -7.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 75.2% 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 | 86.6% | 75.2% | -11.4% | 83.2% | -8.0% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 3.8% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 5% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.9% | 12.2% | 5.3% | 5.6% | 6.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.7% | 75.2% | -10.5% | 83.2% | -8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 11.7% | 9.5% | 9.8% | 1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.9% | 10.5% | -0.4% | 1.9% | 8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.8% | 76.7% | -11.9% |
| Ireland | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North Africa | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 29.3% | 13.5% | 15.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.8% | 37.2% | -5.4% |
| Christian | 39.1% | 46.2% | -7.1% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Jewish | 3.5% | 0.5% | 3.0% |
| Muslim | 9.1% | 6.5% | 2.6% |
| Not answered | 15.9% | 6.0% | 9.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oaker Avenue 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 risen by about 3.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Oaker Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £677,000 | 2023-04-14 | £767,594 |
| 32 Oaker Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £800,000 | 2020-12-11 | £1,039,136 |
| 13 Oaker Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £473,000 | 2020-08-28 | £646,194 |
| 17 Oaker Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £630,000 | 2016-10-28 | £1,088,914 |
| 10 Oaker Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2007-08-17 | £933,049 |
M20 2XH area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% 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 2XH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 58 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Other | 57 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 26 |
| Education | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| 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 | 4,405 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 | 5,258 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 | 272 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barlow Hall Primary School Darley Avenue , Chorlton-Cum-Hardy M21 7JG | 3out of 4 | 984 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cavendish Primary School Cavendish Road , West Didsbury M20 1JG | 3out of 4 | 1,146 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Didsbury CE Primary School Central Road , West Didsbury M20 4ZA | 3out of 4 | 1,458 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorlton Park Primary Barlow Moor Road , Chorlton-Cum-Hardy M21 7HH | 4out of 4 | 1,547 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 788 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loreto High School Chorlton Nell Lane , Chorlton-Cum-Hardy M21 7SW | 3out of 4 | 1,267 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| CHS South 451 Mauldeth Road West , Chorlton M21 7SX | - not rated | 1,644 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorlton High School Nell Lane , Chorlton-Cum-Hardy M21 7SL | 3out of 4 | 1,672 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whalley Range 11-18 High School Wilbraham Road , Whalley Range M16 8GW | 3out of 4 | 2,397 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 4,557 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Loreto College Chichester Road , Hulme M15 5PB | - not rated | 4,736 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafford College Group Talbot Road , Stretford M32 0XH | - not rated | 4,809 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 | 2,734 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancasterian School Elizabeth Slinger Road , West Didsbury M20 2XA | 3out of 4 | 395 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Birches School Newholme Road , West Didsbury M20 2XZ | 4out of 4 | 616 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Secondary PRU Mersey Valley Campus , Barlow Hall Road M21 7JJ | 3out of 4 | 843 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southern Cross School Roundwood Road , Northenden M22 4AB | 3out of 4 | 854 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor Allerton Preparatory School 131 Barlow Moor Road , West Didsbury M20 2PW | - not rated | 935 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christ Church | Christ Church West Didsbury Parish Church, Darley Avenue | 137 yd | |
| Beefeater | Derwent Avenue | 322 yd | |
| Spire Manchester Hospital | Spire Manchester Hospital, 170 Barlow Moor Road | 329 yd | |
| Open Kitchen MCR | 2 Christie Way | 391 yd | |
| Siemens Plc | Sir William Siemens House, Princess Road | 486 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodstock | 139 Barlow Moor Road | 626 yd | |
| Saison | 236 Burton Road | 881 yd | |
| West Village | 220 Burton Road | 881 yd | |
| The George Charles | 244 Burton Road | 881 yd | |
| Chorlton Cum Hardy Golf Club | Chorlton Cum Hardy Golf Club, Barlow Hall Road | 938 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Inn | 34 Mersey Bank Avenue | 629 yd | |
| Rxgym | 20 The Boulevard | 966 yd | |
| The Chippy On Burton Road | 178 Burton Road | 1,035 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op Store | 175 Burton Road | 914 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lancasterian School ELIZABETH SLINGER ROAD | 302 yd | |
| Merseybank Playing Fields WATERFORD AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 594 yd |
| Parkway Playing Fields (Closed) Rylstone Avenue | grass pitches | 800 yd |
| Shaare Hayin Synagogue OLD LANSDOWNE ROAD | 981 yd | |
| Spindles Health & Leisure (Manchester Didsbury) PALATINE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,003 yd |
| Chorlton Cum Hardy Golf Club BARLOW HALL ROAD | golf | 1,053 yd |
| The Albert Club 39-41 39-41 OLD LANSDOWNE ROAD | tennis courts | 1,069 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 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 137.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.