School Lane is in Manchester and in Manchester district. M20 6JP is located in the Didsbury East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Manchester, Withington. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about School Lane, Manchester, M20 6JP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M20 6JQ, M20 6JE, M20 6FT, M20 6GP, M20 6JD, M20 6LB, M19 1GN, M20 6JL, M19 1GL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M20 6JP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 50.6% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 49.4% | 49.4% | 0.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.1% | 38.7% | -1.4% | 37.9% | 0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.9% | 46% | 1.1% | 44.2% | 1.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 8.8% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 4.7% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 (86.3%) 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 | 50.3% | 60.4% | 10.1% | 48.4% | 12.0% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 25.9% | -7.2% | 33.6% | -7.7% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 11.4% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 1.1% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 6JP this area, 7.3% 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 62.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.7% | 7.3% | -7.4% | 18.2% | -10.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 4.4% | -7.2% | 9.6% | -5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 11.3% | -3.1% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 3.3% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 7.3% | -4.7% | 16.9% | -9.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.1% | 62.4% | 22.3% | 33.8% | 28.6% |
| Other | 4.5% | 4% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 3.6% | 2% | -1.6% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 9.1% | 8.8% | -0.3% | 2.7% | 6.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.6% | 0.6% | -3.0% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 80.7% | 80.5% | -0.2% | 81.4% | -0.9% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 85.5% 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 | 89% | 85.5% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 2.3% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 4% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.7% | 6.6% | 1.9% | 5.6% | 1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.4% | 85.5% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 2.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 9.7% | 9.4% | 9.8% | -0.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.4% | 1.4% | -3.0% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 1.4% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.2% | 2% | -5.2% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Ireland | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.6% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Middle East | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 3.7% | 13.5% | -9.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.3% | 37.2% | -0.9% |
| Christian | 44.9% | 46.2% | -1.3% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 10.9% | 6.5% | 4.4% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around School Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Burnage 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 -23.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 139 School Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £437,500 | 2022-06-20 | £473,922 |
| Flat 2 137 School Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-08-12 | £232,553 |
| Flat 1 137 School Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-07-26 | £231,568 |
| 153 School Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2021-04-01 | £463,660 |
| 155 School Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2021-02-05 | £492,746 |
M20 6JP 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 | 124 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Education | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| 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 | 1,762 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | 4out of 4 | 3,406 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollywood Park Nursery School Hardman Street , Chestergate SK3 0BJ | 4out of 4 | 3,899 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Nursery School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7EU | 4out of 4 | 5,254 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Catherine's RC Primary School School Lane , Didsbury M20 6HS | 4out of 4 | 137 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaver Road Primary School Beaver Road , Didsbury M20 6SX | 4out of 4 | 543 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Didsbury CofE Primary School Elm Grove , Didsbury M20 6RL | 4out of 4 | 729 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Primary School Poplar Street , Heaton Hersey SK4 3DG | 3out of 4 | 1,198 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Didsbury Road Primary School Didsbury Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3HB | 4out of 4 | 1,557 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Barlow RC High School and Specialist Science College Parrs Wood Road , East Didsbury M20 6BX | 3out of 4 | 94 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parrs Wood High School Wilmslow Road , East Didsbury M20 5PG | 3out of 4 | 1,044 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestnall School Priestnall Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3HP | 4out of 4 | 1,557 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnage Academy for Boys Burnage Lane , Burnage M19 1ER | 4out of 4 | 1,823 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Didsbury High School 4 The Avenue , Didsbury M20 2ET | - not rated | 2,701 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheadle and Marple Sixth Form College Cheadle Road , Cheadle Hulme SK8 5HA | - not rated | 4,304 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Xaverian College Lower Park Road , M14 5RB | - not rated | 4,791 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 | 4,135 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stella Maris School St John's Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3BR | - not rated | 1,108 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor Allerton Preparatory School 131 Barlow Moor Road , West Didsbury M20 2PW | - not rated | 1,763 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Muslim Preparatory School 551 Wilmslow Road , Withington M20 4BA | - not rated | 1,788 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgelea Pupil Referral Unit Bridgelea Road , M20 3FB | 3out of 4 | 2,145 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Birches School Newholme Road , West Didsbury M20 2XZ | 4out of 4 | 2,345 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ek’s Kitchen | 177 School Lane | 146 yd | |
| New Yorker | 179 School Lane | 180 yd | |
| New Peking House | 72 School Lane | 523 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Tesco Stores Ltd, Burnage Lane | 545 yd | |
| The Souvlaki Franchise Didsbury | 1 School Lane | 601 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Parrs Wood | 356 Parrs Wood Road | 130 yd | |
| Reasons to be Cheerful | 228 Fog Lane | 664 yd | |
| Burgess Hospitality (D&P) LTD | Dog And Partridge, 687 - 693 Didsbury Road | 667 yd | |
| The Dog And Partridge | Dog And Partridge, 687 - 693 Didsbury Road | 667 yd | |
| Heaton Mersey Sports & Social Club | 47 Harwood Road, Heaton Mersey | 694 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville | 179 School Lane | 180 yd | |
| Happy Garden | 304 Parrs Wood Road | 557 yd | |
| Gilano | 1 School Lane | 601 yd | |
| Indihome | 384 Kingsway | 630 yd | |
| Senso | 841 Wilmslow Road | 652 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Parrs Wood Lane | 424 yd | |
| Tesco | Burnage Lane | 545 yd | |
| Tesco | 653 Wilmslow Road | 916 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 726-732 Wilmslow Road | 922 yd | |
| Co-op Late Shop | 756 Wilmslow Road | 922 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Barlow Roman Catholic High School PARRS WOOD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 131 yd |
| The Gym Didsbury (Closed) School Lane | health and fitness suite | 664 yd |
| Didsbury Park SANDHURST ROAD | grass pitches | 668 yd |
| Cranford Golf Centre (Closed) Harwood Road | golf | 734 yd |
| Heaton Mersey Sports Club HARWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 780 yd |
| Nuffield Health Didsbury Fitness & Wellbeing Gym PARRSWOOD ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE PARRSWOOD ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE WILMSLOW ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 849 yd |
| Didsbury Sports Centre (Closed) Didsbury Campus Didsbury Campus Wilmslow Road | health and fitness suite | 866 yd |
| Didsbury Cricket Club WILMSLOW ROAD | grass pitches | 876 yd |
| Parrs Wood High School WILMSLOW ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 900 yd |
| Fog Lane Park MERELAND AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 955 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 199.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.