Aldford Close is in Manchester and in Manchester district. M20 6WJ 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 Aldford Close, Manchester, M20 6WJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M20 6RY, M20 6HL, M20 6QG, M20 6QA, M20 6RU, M20 6HP, M20 6QE, M20 6RS, M20 6HG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M20 6WJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 50.9% | 1.7% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 50.8% | 49.1% | -1.7% | 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 6WJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 66.5% 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 | 62.3% | 66.5% | 4.2% | 37.9% | 28.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.2% | 21.4% | -2.8% | 44.2% | -22.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 8.3% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 2.4% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.7%) 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 | 55.9% | 54.8% | -1.1% | 48.4% | 6.4% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 32.9% | 1.0% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 9.2% | 8.8% | -0.4% | 12.7% | -3.9% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 3.5% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 6WJ this area, 8.2% 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 70.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.4% | 8.2% | -1.2% | 18.2% | -10.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.5% | 3.4% | -1.1% | 9.6% | -6.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.2% | 9.1% | 1.9% | 13.4% | -4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -4.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 8.2% | 1.0% | 16.9% | -8.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 68.2% | 70.7% | 2.5% | 33.8% | 36.9% |
| Other | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 1.9% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 2.5% | 1.3% | -1.2% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 89.1% | 88.5% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 7.1% |
| Other | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 82.9% 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 | 89.1% | 82.9% | -6.2% | 83.2% | -0.3% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 9.2% | 5.8% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 4.8% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.3% | 82.2% | -3.1% | 83.2% | -1.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 7.8% | 7.0% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 5% | 3% | -2.0% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 2.6% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.7% | 4.3% | -2.4% | 1.9% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.6% | 76.7% | 6.9% |
| Ireland | 4% | 0.6% | 3.4% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 3.6% | 1.3% | 2.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 4% | 13.5% | -9.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.2% | 37.2% | 22.0% |
| Christian | 33.3% | 46.2% | -12.9% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Aldford Close was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Didsbury East 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 2.3%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Aldford Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £326,000 | 2024-11-08 | £341,568 |
| Flat 4 1 Aldford Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2023-09-20 | £120,756 |
| Flat 2 1 Aldford Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £100,500 | 2023-05-05 | £112,663 |
| 4 Aldford Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £288,000 | 2022-12-09 | £311,882 |
| Flat 5 1 Aldford Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2017-10-20 | £169,677 |
M20 6WJ 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 | 136 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 2,261 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Nursery School Northgate Road , Edgeley SK3 9PH | 4out of 4 | 3,870 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollywood Park Nursery School Hardman Street , Chestergate SK3 0BJ | 4out of 4 | 4,385 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaver Road Primary School Beaver Road , Didsbury M20 6SX | 4out of 4 | 191 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Didsbury CofE Primary School Elm Grove , Didsbury M20 6RL | 4out of 4 | 232 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's RC Primary School School Lane , Didsbury M20 6HS | 4out of 4 | 374 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Didsbury CE Primary School Central Road , West Didsbury M20 4ZA | 3out of 4 | 1,444 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broad Oak Primary School Broad Oak Lane , East Didsbury M20 5QB | 3out of 4 | 1,527 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 | 562 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parrs Wood High School Wilmslow Road , East Didsbury M20 5PG | 3out of 4 | 1,187 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priestnall School Priestnall Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3HP | 4out of 4 | 2,051 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnage Academy for Boys Burnage Lane , Burnage M19 1ER | 4out of 4 | 2,161 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Didsbury High School 4 The Avenue , Didsbury M20 2ET | - not rated | 2,316 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 | 4,483 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Xaverian College Lower Park Road , M14 5RB | - not rated | 4,798 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 | 3,910 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 | 1,302 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stella Maris School St John's Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3BR | - not rated | 1,590 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Muslim Preparatory School 551 Wilmslow Road , Withington M20 4BA | - not rated | 1,719 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancasterian School Elizabeth Slinger Road , West Didsbury M20 2XA | 3out of 4 | 1,930 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Birches School Newholme Road , West Didsbury M20 2XZ | 4out of 4 | 1,934 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Peking House | 72 School Lane | 133 yd | |
| The Souvlaki Franchise Didsbury | 1 School Lane | 196 yd | |
| Didsbury Good Neighbours Cafe | Didsbury Park The Holt Pavilion, Gillbrook Road | 239 yd | |
| Pavilion Café | Didsbury Park, Gillbrook Road | 252 yd | |
| The Wishing Well | 1d School Lane | 253 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Parrs Wood | 356 Parrs Wood Road | 427 yd | |
| The Dockyard Didsbury | 655-657 Wilmslow Road | 436 yd | |
| Dog & Partridge | 665-667 Wilmslow Road | 436 yd | |
| The Famous Crown | 770 Wilmslow Road | 447 yd | |
| Slug & Lettuce also T/as Loco Loco, El Rodeo, Mexicano,Burrito Bandits | 651 Wilmslow Road | 478 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilano | 1 School Lane | 196 yd | |
| Quesa Dinkies | 741 Wilmslow Road | 379 yd | |
| Good Burger | 671 Wilmslow Road | 436 yd | |
| Archies - Didsbury | 669-671 Wilmslow Road | 437 yd | |
| Wok Noodle Box | 669 Wilmslow Road | 437 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | 726-732 Wilmslow Road | 433 yd | |
| Co-op Late Shop | 756 Wilmslow Road | 433 yd | |
| Tesco | 653 Wilmslow Road | 478 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, 674 Wilmslow Road | 562 yd | |
| Tesco | Parrs Wood Lane | 651 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Gym Didsbury (Closed) School Lane | health and fitness suite | 232 yd |
| Didsbury Park SANDHURST ROAD | grass pitches | 296 yd |
| The Barlow Roman Catholic High School PARRS WOOD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 463 yd |
| Didsbury Sports Centre (Closed) Didsbury Campus Didsbury Campus Wilmslow Road | health and fitness suite | 563 yd |
| Didsbury Cricket Club WILMSLOW ROAD | grass pitches | 820 yd |
| Fog Lane Park MERELAND AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 980 yd |
| Didsbury Sports Ground Ford Lane | grass pitches | 1,005 yd |
| Nuffield Health Didsbury Fitness & Wellbeing Gym PARRSWOOD ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE PARRSWOOD ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE WILMSLOW ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,007 yd |
| Fletcher Moss Gardens 21A 21A MILLGATE LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,080 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.