Townley Street is in Middleton, Manchester and in Rochdale district. M24 1AT is located in the North Middleton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Heywood and Middleton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Townley Street, Middleton, Manchester, M24 1AT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M24 6AL, M24 6AA, M24 6AF, M24 2UF, M24 1AG, M24 1AS, M24 6AE, M24 1BF, M24 6AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M24 1AT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 51.6% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 46.6% | 48.4% | 1.8% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 34.3% | 40.1% | 5.8% | 37.9% | 2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.1% | 30.6% | -9.5% | 44.2% | -13.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 3.4% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 14.7% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 5.6% |
| Widowed | 13.9% | 11.2% | -2.7% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 | 34.7% | 37.9% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -10.5% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 36.5% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 22.1% | 17.2% | -4.9% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 8% | 7.7% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 3.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.7% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 M24 1AT this area, 32.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 14.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.6% | 32.3% | -5.3% | 18.2% | 14.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 12.5% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 16.8% | 4.0% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 7.3% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 14.7% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.9% | 14.2% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -19.6% |
| Other | 8.4% | 2.2% | -6.2% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 3.5% | 3.2% | 2.5% | 1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.7% | 94% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 92% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.6% | 92% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 92% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.8% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67% | 76.7% | -9.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 27.1% | 13.5% | 13.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.9% | 37.2% | -1.3% |
| Christian | 59.9% | 46.2% | 13.7% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Townley Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the East Middleton 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 -12.0%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Townley Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2018-05-09 | £271,937 |
| Unit 3A-5A Brookside House Townley Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2017-12-20 | £138,481 |
| 23 Townley Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2015-04-16 | £151,344 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunny Brow Nursery School Sunny Brow Road , Archer Park M24 4AD | 4out of 4 | 961 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middleton Parish Church School Springfield Road , Middleton M24 5DL | 3out of 4 | 639 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkfield Primary School Harold Street , Middleton M24 4AF | 3out of 4 | 812 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale Kirkway , Middleton M24 1FL | 3out of 4 | 852 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Middleton Wood Street , Langley M24 5GL | 3out of 4 | 1,270 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollin Primary School Waverley Road , Middleton M24 6JG | 4out of 4 | 1,296 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middleton Technology School Kenyon Lane , Middleton M24 2GT | 3out of 4 | 1,121 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Langley Roman Catholic High School Rochdale Road , Middleton M24 2GL | 3out of 4 | 1,755 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Church of England Academy Hollin Lane , Middleton M24 6XN | 2out of 4 | 1,972 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Edgar Wood Academy Rochdale Road , Middleton M24 6XH | - not rated | 2,206 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's RC High School Alworth Road , Higher Blackley M9 0RP | 3out of 4 | 2,465 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus , Rochdale Road M24 6XH | - not rated | 2,216 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth House School Wentworth Close , Middleton M24 4BD | - not rated | 988 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Newlands School Waverley Road , Middleton M24 6JG | 3out of 4 | 1,395 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meade Hill School Chain Road , Higher Blackley M9 6GN | 3out of 4 | 2,372 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Ridge High School Alworth Road , M9 0RP | 4out of 4 | 2,525 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingfisher Special School Foxdenton Lane , Chadderton OL9 9QR | 4out of 4 | 3,647 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| J J's Cafe | 5 Townley Street | 71 yd | |
| La Min Haz | 25 Market Place | 155 yd | |
| Slice Cafe | Middleton Arena, L.Cpl. Joel Halliwell VC Way | 190 yd | |
| Kelly's Deli | 10 John Lee Fold | 241 yd | |
| Munchies | 5 Middleton Gardens | 417 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oddfellows Arms | Oddfellows Arms, 191 Oldham Road | 223 yd | |
| The New Inn | New Inn, 34 Long Street | 243 yd | |
| The Nook | 19 Boarshaw Road | 254 yd | |
| Ye Olde Boars Head | Brigade Hall, Long Street | 345 yd | |
| Harbord Harbord | Jd Weatherspooon Plc, 17-21 Long Street | 348 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Lodge Desserts and Donatello | 1 Lodge Street | 61 yd | |
| The Ice Cream Shop at Lodge | Lodge Mill | 70 yd | |
| Domino's Pizzas | 11 Old Hall Street | 90 yd | |
| Barbecue | 76 Market Place | 127 yd | |
| Popeye's Pizzeria | 72 Market Place | 127 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Extra, Park Road | 540 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 57 / S7, Middleton Shopping Centre | 650 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi, Kemp Street | 903 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Powermill Gym (Closed) Lodge Mill Lodge Mill Townley Street | health and fitness suite | 75 yd |
| Middleton Arena LANCE CORPORAL JOEL HALLIWELL V C WAY | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 187 yd |
| Middleton Leisure Centre (Middleton) (Closed) Suffield Street | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 351 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Middleton) F10 F10 MIDDLETON SHOPPING CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 652 yd |
| Middleton Parish C Of E Primary School SPRINGFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 718 yd |
| Middleton Cricket Club ROCHDALE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 872 yd |
| Parkfield Community Primary School HAROLD STREET | grass pitches | 916 yd |
| Epic Gym CHEETHAM STREET | health and fitness suite | 924 yd |
| Middleton Technology School KENYON LANE | grass pitches | 1,012 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 | 93.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 89.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 89.7% |
| 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 | 51.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.