Brookfield Gardens is in Manchester and in Manchester district. M22 8BH is located in the Northenden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wythenshawe and Sale East. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brookfield Gardens, Manchester, M22 8BH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M22 8BP, M22 8EL, M22 8BN, M22 8BE, M22 8BL, M22 8FJ, M22 8BA, M22 8BQ, M22 8BW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M22 8BH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 51.9% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 49.5% | 48.1% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 8BH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.1% 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 | 55.3% | 51.1% | -4.2% | 37.9% | 13.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.2% | 38% | 6.8% | 44.2% | -6.2% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 4.1% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 4.3% | -3.0% | 9.1% | -4.8% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 2.4% | -1.0% | 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 (85.5%) 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% | 54.2% | 3.9% | 48.4% | 5.8% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 31.3% | -2.2% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 10.6% | -1.1% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 3.3% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.6% | 22.3% | -1.3% | 18.2% | 4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 11.8% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 11.5% | -5.4% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 5.4% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 18% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.1% | 28.2% | 11.1% | 33.8% | -5.6% |
| Other | 12.6% | 2.9% | -9.7% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65.7% 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 | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 2.4% | 7.5% | 5.1% | 3.1% | 4.4% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 3.7% | 2.0% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 5.2% | 9.7% | 4.5% | 2.5% | 7.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 4.5% | 1.6% | -2.9% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 2.8% |
| Mixed Other | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 78.4% | 65.7% | -12.7% | 81.4% | -15.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 71.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.5% | 71.4% | -3.1% | 83.2% | -11.8% |
| European Union | 14.7% | 8.6% | -6.1% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Africa | 6.5% | 7.6% | 1.1% | 2.7% | 4.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 8% | 5.6% | 5.6% | 2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 73.4% | 71.4% | -2.0% | 83.2% | -11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 4.1% | 12% | 7.9% | 9.8% | 2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 9.1% | 5.3% | -3.8% | 2.9% | 2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 9.1% | 5.3% | -3.8% | 2.2% | 3.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 6.1% | 1.8% | 1.9% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.1% | 76.7% | -14.6% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 4.3% | 1.3% | 3.0% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North Africa | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 5.7% | 1.2% | 4.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.4% | 13.5% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.9% | 37.2% | -1.3% |
| Christian | 46.1% | 46.2% | -0.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.8% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 6.9% | 6.5% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brookfield Gardens 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 lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Brookfield Gardens, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £76,000 | 2013-07-05 | £173,893 |
| 48 Brookfield Gardens, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2006-07-13 | £265,402 |
| Full-Time Employee | 152 |
| Part-Time Employee | 60 |
| Looking after home or family | 28 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Unemployed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Other | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Transport and storage | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfair Nursery School Ashgate Avenue , Crossacres M22 7ZE | - not rated | 1,559 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gresty Nursery School Ashurst Road , Peel Hall M22 5AU | - not rated | 1,606 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benchill Junior School Benchill Road , Wythenshawe M22 8EJ | - not rated | 203 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benchill Infants' School Benchill Road , Wythenshawe M22 8EJ | - not rated | 203 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Benchill Primary School Benchill Road , Wythenshawe M22 8EJ | - not rated | 203 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher and Thomas More Catholic Primary School Woodhouse Lane , Benchill M22 9NW | - not rated | 930 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ss John Fisher and Thomas More Catholic Primary School Woodhouse Lane , Benchill M22 9NW | 3out of 4 | 930 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Manchester High School Woodhouse Lane , M22 9TH | - not rated | 1,209 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic High School Firbank Road , Newall Green M23 2YS | - not rated | 1,511 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Paul's Catholic High School Firbank Road , Newall Green M23 2YS | 3out of 4 | 1,511 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklands High School Simonsway , Wythenshawe M22 9RH | - not rated | 1,644 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Enterprise Academy Simonsway , M22 9RH | 3out of 4 | 1,644 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 4,713 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roundwood School Roundwood Road , Northenden M22 4AB | - not rated | 666 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southern Cross School Roundwood Road , Northenden M22 4AB | 3out of 4 | 682 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southern Cross School Roundwood Road , Northenden M22 4AB | - not rated | 682 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill House School Nathans Road , Wythenshawe M22 7GH | - not rated | 1,117 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Young Lives The Addy Young People's Centre , Woodhouse Lane M22 9TF | - not rated | 1,467 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Voluntary Service | Specialist Ability Centre, Ability House, Altrincham Road | 504 yd | |
| Potatois | 102 Blackcarr Road | 512 yd | |
| Cafe Jarista Limited | Units 22-23, South Court Business Centre, Sharston Road | 653 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winston Conservative Club | Winston Conservative Club, Hall Lane | 1,053 yd | |
| The Firbank Pub & Kitchen | Firbank Road | 1,069 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kebabalicious | 195 Hollyhedge Road | 793 yd | |
| Bobo Goa | 185 Hollyhedge Road | 793 yd | |
| Kurry Hut | 187 Hollyhedge Road | 793 yd | |
| Pizza Perfect | 156 Hollyhedge Road | 842 yd | |
| Milano's Pizza also T/as Milano Dessert | 164 Hollyhedge Road | 842 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Benchill Community Centre BENCHILL ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 93 yd |
| St John Fisher & Thomas More Catholic Primary School WOODHOUSE LANE | grass pitches | 918 yd |
| The Manchester College - Wythenshawe Campus (Closed) Brownley Road | health and fitness suite | 973 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 213.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.