Kirkway is in Middleton, Manchester and in Rochdale district. M24 1EL is located in the East 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 Kirkway, Middleton, Manchester, M24 1EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M24 1DR, M24 1DQ, M24 1FZ, M24 1DN, M24 1DW, M24 1DG, M24 1DS, M24 1DP, M24 1BQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M24 1EL 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 | 52.2% | 51.9% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 47.8% | 48.1% | 0.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.7% | 29.5% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 50.6% | -8.8% | 44.2% | 6.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 5.8% | 1.7% | -4.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 3.1% | 8.3% | 5.2% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 8% | 9.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 55.8% | 52.2% | -3.6% | 48.4% | 3.8% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 30.2% | 0.3% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 10.4% | 11.9% | 1.5% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 4.5% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 21.4% | 19.6% | -1.8% | 18.2% | 1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 7.1% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 12.1% | -5.8% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 6.3% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 18.8% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.4% | 33.3% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -0.5% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.9% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.7% | 94% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
In this area, 92.9% 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% | 92.9% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 93.6% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 5.2% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.1% | 76.7% | 15.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 4.9% | 13.5% | -8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 17.8% | 37.2% | -19.4% |
| Christian | 77% | 46.2% | 30.8% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kirkway 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 -14.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84 Kirkway, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-08-09 | £287,039 |
| 90 Kirkway, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £233,000 | 2024-02-23 | £259,547 |
| 42 Kirkway, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £257,000 | 2023-09-29 | £285,122 |
| 66 Kirkway, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £457,500 | 2023-08-04 | £506,534 |
| 68 Kirkway, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2022-11-30 | £289,307 |
M24 1EL 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 | 90 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| 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 | 1,097 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale Kirkway , Middleton M24 1FL | 3out of 4 | 201 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alkrington Primary School Manor Road , Alkrington M24 1JZ | 3out of 4 | 691 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkfield Primary School Harold Street , Middleton M24 4AF | 3out of 4 | 1,095 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Middleton Parish Church School Springfield Road , Middleton M24 5DL | 3out of 4 | 1,329 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Roman Catholic Primary School, Middleton, Rochdale Evesham Road , Alkrington M24 1PY | 3out of 4 | 1,330 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,030 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's RC High School Alworth Road , Higher Blackley M9 0RP | 3out of 4 | 2,052 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy North Manchester 300 Victoria Avenue East , Blackley M9 7SS | 3out of 4 | 2,306 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Langley Roman Catholic High School Rochdale Road , Middleton M24 2GL | 3out of 4 | 2,403 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Church of England Academy Hollin Lane , Middleton M24 6XN | 2out of 4 | 2,684 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,921 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oldham College Rochdale Road , OL9 6AA | - not rated | 5,363 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abraham Moss Community School Crescent Road , Crumpsall M8 5UF | 3out of 4 | 5,057 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,174 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Meade Hill School Chain Road , Higher Blackley M9 6GN | 3out of 4 | 1,975 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Ridge High School Alworth Road , M9 0RP | 4out of 4 | 2,094 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlands School Waverley Road , Middleton M24 6JG | 3out of 4 | 2,100 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingfisher Special School Foxdenton Lane , Chadderton OL9 9QR | 4out of 4 | 3,229 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slice Cafe | Middleton Arena, L.Cpl. Joel Halliwell VC Way | 595 yd | |
| Jeffries Casino | 39 Middleton Gardens | 609 yd | |
| Updated Coffee Bar | 37 Middleton Gardens | 613 yd | |
| J J's Cafe | 5 Townley Street | 654 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd @ Tesco | Tesco Extra, Park Road | 659 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lancashire Fold | 77 Kirkway | 387 yd | |
| Alkrington Tennis & Social Clu | Alkrington Tennis And Social C, Uplands | 445 yd | |
| The Oddfellows Arms | Oddfellows Arms, 191 Oldham Road | 549 yd | |
| Hare & Hounds | Hare & Hounds, 228 Oldham Road | 694 yd | |
| Club 3000 Bingo | Unit G52, Middleton Shopping Centre | 719 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mod Cod | 44 Taylor Street | 233 yd | |
| Wing Lee Fish & Chips | 55 Mount Road | 351 yd | |
| Stuff Crust | 30 Townley Street | 575 yd | |
| Middleton Fish Bar | 47 Middleton Gardens | 609 yd | |
| The Ice Cream Shop at Lodge | Lodge Mill | 655 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Extra, Park Road | 659 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 57 / S7, Middleton Shopping Centre | 719 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi, Kemp Street | 939 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 191-197 Kirkway | 943 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alkrington Tennis And Social Club ALKRINGTON TENNIS AND SOCIAL CLUB ALKRINGTON TENNIS AND SOCIAL CLUB UPLANDS | tennis courts | 522 yd |
| Middleton Leisure Centre (Middleton) (Closed) Suffield Street | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 550 yd |
| Middleton Arena LANCE CORPORAL JOEL HALLIWELL V C WAY | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 600 yd |
| Powermill Gym (Closed) Lodge Mill Lodge Mill Townley Street | health and fitness suite | 651 yd |
| Alkrington Community Primary School MANOR ROAD | grass pitches | 691 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Middleton) F10 F10 MIDDLETON SHOPPING CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 714 yd |
| Epic Gym CHEETHAM STREET | health and fitness suite | 877 yd |
| Middleton Technology School KENYON LANE | grass pitches | 940 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields (Closed) Aspinall Street | grass pitches | 1,076 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 | 66.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 121.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.