Orchard Road East is in Manchester and in Manchester district. M22 4FQ is located in the Northenden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wythenshawe and Sale East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Orchard Road East, Manchester, M22 4FQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M22 4ER, M22 4EP, M22 4ES, M22 4EG, M22 4FW, M22 4FS, M22 4FP, M22 4EU, M22 4FN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M22 4FQ 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 | 52.6% | 50.9% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 47.4% | 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 M22 4FQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.3% 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 | 34.4% | 42.3% | 7.9% | 37.9% | 4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.1% | 40.1% | -9.0% | 44.2% | -4.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 1.4% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 9.3% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 6.1% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 52.3% | 57.1% | 4.8% | 48.4% | 8.7% |
| Good health | 26.9% | 27% | 0.1% | 33.6% | -6.6% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 10.4% | -6.1% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 4.1% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 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.
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 51.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.4% | 13.3% | -2.1% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.2% | 4.7% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 8.6% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 4.7% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 15.1% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.1% | 51.6% | 7.5% | 33.8% | 17.8% |
| Other | 5.7% | 2.2% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 3.4% | 2.3% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 88.7% | 88% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 6.6% |
| Arab | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Other | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 88.2% 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 | 92% | 88.2% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 5.5% | 4.0% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 4.3% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.6% | 87.9% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 7.5% | 6.9% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 8% | 2.3% | -5.7% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 2.3% | 0.4% | 1.9% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.6% | 37.2% | 1.4% |
| Christian | 51.9% | 46.2% | 5.7% |
| Jewish | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 4.9% | 6.5% | -1.6% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Orchard Road East was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Northenden 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 similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Orchard Road East, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £251,001 | 2020-11-20 | £345,360 |
| 21 Orchard Road East, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £252,500 | 2020-07-31 | £375,365 |
| 11 Orchard Road East, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £277,000 | 2017-04-13 | £486,065 |
| 1 Orchard Road East, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £248,000 | 2013-08-22 | £574,180 |
| 19 Orchard Road East, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2009-04-07 | £207,775 |
| Full-Time Employee | 119 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Education | 40 |
| Human health and social work activities | 39 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfair Nursery School Ashgate Avenue , Crossacres M22 7ZE | - not rated | 3,219 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gresty Nursery School Ashurst Road , Peel Hall M22 5AU | - not rated | 3,607 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Freshfield Nursery School 42 Mauldeth Road , Heaton Mersey SK4 3NB | 3out of 4 | 4,417 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northenden Community School Bazley Road , Northenden M22 4FL | - not rated | 222 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northenden Community School Bazley Road , Northenden M22 4FL | 3out of 4 | 222 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's CofE Aided Primary School Northenden Patterdale Road , Northenden M22 4NR | 3out of 4 | 807 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's CofE Aided Primary School Northenden Patterdale Road , Northenden M22 4NR | - not rated | 807 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Catholic Primary School Rackhouse Road , Northern Moor M23 0BW | - not rated | 1,381 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 2,298 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parrs Wood High School Wilmslow Road , East Didsbury M20 5PG | - not rated | 2,706 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parrs Wood High School Wilmslow Road , East Didsbury M20 5PG | 3out of 4 | 2,706 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Barlow RC High School and Specialist Science College Parrs Wood Road , East Didsbury M20 6BX | 3out of 4 | 2,733 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loreto High School Chorlton Nell Lane , Chorlton-Cum-Hardy M21 7SW | 2out of 4 | 2,764 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 5,218 yd | Further education | No | 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 | 4,285 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Watkin Centre Mulberry House , Claverton Road M23 9TT | - not rated | 570 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southern Cross School Roundwood Road , Northenden M22 4AB | 3out of 4 | 1,437 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southern Cross School Roundwood Road , Northenden M22 4AB | - not rated | 1,437 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Roundwood School Roundwood Road , Northenden M22 4AB | - not rated | 1,449 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Manchester Jewish Preparatory School 5 Stanton Avenue , West Didsbury M20 8PT | - not rated | 1,492 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cycles-Shark LTD | 273 Palatine Road | 116 yd | |
| J.S. Rhythm | 289 Palatine Road | 147 yd | |
| Chennai Dosa | 303-305 Palatine Road | 163 yd | |
| The Dessert Cafe | 318 Palatine Road | 166 yd | |
| Common Ground Coffee Shop | 24 Mill Lane | 182 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northenden Golf Club | Palatine Road | 145 yd | |
| The Grapes Lounge Bar | 297 Palatine Road | 186 yd | |
| Escape Bar 2 | 377 Palatine Road | 351 yd | |
| Anton's Bar | 387 Palatine Road | 351 yd | |
| Bar | 68 Church Road | 461 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sagor Balti | 277 Palatine Road | 147 yd | |
| Drumstick Fast Food | 331 Palatine Road | 186 yd | |
| Atlantic Fish Bar | 333 Palatine Road | 186 yd | |
| The Pizzeria | 309 Palatine Road | 186 yd | |
| Aphrodite's Cakes @ Alexandros Greek Restaurant | 337 Palatine Road | 186 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 63 Church Road, Gatley | 426 yd | |
| Tesco | 404-406 Palatine Road | 535 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northenden Golf Club PALATINE ROAD | golf | 385 yd |
| Northenden Social Club PALATINE ROAD | tennis courts | 483 yd |
| Withington Golf Club Ltd PALATINE ROAD | golf | 656 yd |
| Spindles Health & Leisure (Manchester Didsbury) PALATINE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 906 yd |
| Wythenshawe Cricket And Sports And Social Club LONGLEY LANE | grass pitches | 935 yd |
| Merseybank Playing Fields WATERFORD AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 951 yd |
| The Manchester College - Northenden Campus Sale Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,002 yd |
| Didsbury Golf Club FORD LANE | golf | 1,044 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 | 71.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 115.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.