Anchorside Close is in Manchester and in Manchester district. M21 8AR is located in the Chorlton Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Manchester, Withington. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Anchorside Close, Manchester, M21 8AR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M21 8RY, M21 8JD, M21 8EN, M21 8FW, M21 8BZ, M21 8DA, M21 8ES, M21 8AU, M21 8FY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M21 8AR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.6% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 61.1% | 55.6% | -5.5% | 51.0% | 4.6% |
| Male | 38.9% | 44.4% | 5.5% | 49.0% | -4.6% |
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 | 36.5% | 34.1% | -2.4% | 37.9% | -3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.4% | 29.6% | 0.2% | 44.2% | -14.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 21.8% | 8.1% | 9.1% | 12.7% |
| Widowed | 18.8% | 12.3% | -6.5% | 6.1% | 6.2% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (57.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 29.6% | 29.7% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -18.7% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 28.1% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -5.5% |
| Fair health | 25.6% | 27% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 14.3% |
| Bad health | 11.3% | 13% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 9.0% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 M21 8AR this area, 31.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.5% | 31.5% | -5.0% | 18.2% | 13.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.6% | 10.1% | 2.5% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.1% | 8.4% | 1.3% | 13.4% | -5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 4.5% | 3.5% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.1% | 6.2% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -10.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.1% | 34.3% | -2.8% | 33.8% | 0.5% |
| Other | 6.6% | 5.1% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.1% 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% | 3.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 2.6% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 3% | 1.6% | -1.4% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 1.7% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 90.6% | 84.1% | -6.5% | 81.4% | 2.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 77.8% 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 | 89.2% | 77.8% | -11.4% | 83.2% | -5.4% |
| European Union | 3% | 8.6% | 5.6% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 2.7% | 0.2% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.9% | 8.1% | 4.2% | 5.6% | 2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.2% | 77.8% | -7.4% | 83.2% | -5.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 15.1% | 14.1% | 9.8% | 5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 0.5% | -2.0% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 2.7% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.3% | 3.8% | -6.5% | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80% | 76.7% | 3.3% |
| Ireland | 3.8% | 0.6% | 3.2% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.7% | 0.3% | 2.4% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 9.7% | 13.5% | -3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 6.5% | 6.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 3.3% | 0.6% | 2.7% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Anchorside Close was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Chorlton average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 16.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Anchorside Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £212,000 | 2025-08-11 | £215,550 |
| 6 Anchorside Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-03-07 | £195,761 |
| 11 Anchorside Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2022-10-21 | £248,707 |
| 32 Anchorside Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £184,000 | 2021-01-22 | £224,455 |
| 9 Anchorside Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2020-08-20 | £197,292 |
M21 8AR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in M21 8AR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martenscroft Nursery School & Children's Centre 33 Epping Street , Hulme M15 6PA | 4out of 4 | 4,487 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chorlton Park Primary Barlow Moor Road , Chorlton-Cum-Hardy M21 7HH | 4out of 4 | 476 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookburn Community School Brookburn Road , Chorlton-Cum-Hardy M21 8EH | 4out of 4 | 507 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorlton CofE Primary School Vicars Road , Chorlton-Cum-Hardy M21 9JA | 4out of 4 | 837 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barlow Hall Primary School Darley Avenue , Chorlton-Cum-Hardy M21 7JG | 3out of 4 | 1,110 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswald Road Primary School Oswald Road , Chorlton-Cum-Hardy M21 9PL | 3out of 4 | 1,204 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chorlton High School Nell Lane , Chorlton-Cum-Hardy M21 7SL | 3out of 4 | 835 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loreto High School Chorlton Nell Lane , Chorlton-Cum-Hardy M21 7SW | 3out of 4 | 1,006 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| CHS South 451 Mauldeth Road West , Chorlton M21 7SX | - not rated | 1,214 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stretford Grammar School Granby Road , Stretford M32 8JB | 3out of 4 | 1,935 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Didsbury High School 4 The Avenue , Didsbury M20 2ET | - not rated | 1,942 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trafford College Group Talbot Road , Stretford M32 0XH | - not rated | 2,924 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Loreto College Chichester Road , Hulme M15 5PB | - not rated | 3,736 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Xaverian College Lower Park Road , M14 5RB | - not rated | 4,591 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 | 2,358 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls 55 High Lane , Chorlton M21 9FA | - not rated | 701 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Southern Cross School Roundwood Road , Northenden M22 4AB | 3out of 4 | 1,331 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Secondary PRU Mersey Valley Campus , Barlow Hall Road M21 7JJ | 3out of 4 | 1,342 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Vianney School Rye Bank Road , Firswood M16 0EX | 3out of 4 | 1,997 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longford Park School 74 Cromwell Road , Stretford M32 8QJ | 4out of 4 | 2,089 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky Fried Chicken | 433-435 Barlow Moor Road | 176 yd | |
| Lakers | 439 Barlow Moor Road | 176 yd | |
| Cravings Dessert Bar | 463 Barlow Moor Road | 253 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurant | 312-316 Barlow Moor Road | 266 yd | |
| Cafe Fino | 355 Barlow Moor Road | 359 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strange Brew | 370 Barlow Moor Road | 399 yd | |
| Globe | 362 Barlow Moor Road | 399 yd | |
| The Bowling Green Hotel | The Bowling Green Hotel, 1 Brookburn Road | 556 yd | |
| Chorlton Sports and Social Club | Chorlton Sports and Social Club, Hardy Lane | 581 yd | |
| St John's Social Centre | Chequers Road | 607 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa Johns | 443 Barlow Moor Road | 176 yd | |
| What a Munch | 439 Barlow Moor Road | 176 yd | |
| First Wok | 361 Barlow Moor Road | 267 yd | |
| That Ziki | 354 Barlow Moor Road | 399 yd | |
| Zaytoon Limited | 352 Barlow Moor Road | 399 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 300 Barlow Moor Road | 266 yd | |
| Co-op Late Shop | 349 Barlow Moor Road | 519 yd | |
| Morrisons plus Staff Canteen | 418 Wilbraham Road | 971 yd | |
| Co-op | 599 Wilbraham Road | 995 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chorlton Park NELL LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 382 yd |
| Chorlton Sports And Social Club THE CRICKET GROVE | grass pitches | 551 yd |
| West Didsbury And Chorlton Afc BROOKBURN ROAD | grass pitches | 565 yd |
| Chorlton High School NELL LANE | artificial grass pitch | 699 yd |
| Loreto High School Chorlton NELL LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 904 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 57.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.8 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.