Mossway is in Middleton, Manchester and in Rochdale district. M24 1NS is located in the South 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 Mossway, Middleton, Manchester, M24 1NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M24 1WS, M9 6HD, M24 1WP, M24 1NY, M9 6HP, M24 1NU, M24 1WR, M9 6NS, M24 1NQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M24 1NS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 51.4% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 49.5% | 48.6% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of M24 1NS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.3% | 30.9% | 0.6% | 37.9% | -7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.8% | 55.8% | 2.0% | 44.2% | 11.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 6.8% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 4.8% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 (85.8%) 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 | 50.2% | 51.6% | 1.4% | 48.4% | 3.2% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 34.2% | 2.6% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 10.8% | -2.3% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 2.5% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 19.3% | 15.8% | -3.5% | 18.2% | -2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 9.3% | -6.2% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 14.2% | -6.3% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 8.1% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 17.8% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.3% | 32% | 9.7% | 33.8% | -1.8% |
| Other | 5.7% | 2.8% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92% 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 | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.9% | 3.8% | 1.9% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.5% | 92% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 10.6% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 95.8% | 96.2% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 95.6% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.2% | 76.7% | 14.5% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 5.4% | 13.5% | -8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19% | 37.2% | -18.2% |
| Christian | 74% | 46.2% | 27.8% |
| Muslim | 4.1% | 6.5% | -2.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mossway 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 -7.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Mossway, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2024-05-07 | £590,647 |
| 46 Mossway, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2022-09-16 | £284,416 |
| 14 Mossway, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £1,750 | 2022-04-26 | £1,988 |
| 26 Mossway, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £176,000 | 2022-04-01 | £212,247 |
| 26 Mossway, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £176,000 | 2022-04-01 | £212,247 |
M24 1NS 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 | 93 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 1,945 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Collyhurst Nursery School Teignmouth Avenue , Collyhurst M40 7QD | 4out of 4 | 4,734 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E-ACT Blackley Academy Victoria Avenue , Blackley M9 0RD | 3out of 4 | 704 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Alkrington Boardman Fold Road , Alkrington M24 1GD | 3out of 4 | 726 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crosslee Community Primary School Crosslee Road , Blackley M9 6TG | 3out of 4 | 767 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Bosco RC Primary School Hall Moss Road , Blackley M9 7AT | 3out of 4 | 964 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 | 990 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady's RC High School Alworth Road , Higher Blackley M9 0RP | 3out of 4 | 1,024 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Manchester Plant Hill Road , Higher Blackley M9 0WQ | 3out of 4 | 1,286 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy North Manchester 300 Victoria Avenue East , Blackley M9 7SS | 3out of 4 | 1,498 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Middleton Technology School Kenyon Lane , Middleton M24 2GT | 3out of 4 | 2,510 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's RC High School Nuthurst Road , Moston M40 0EW | - not rated | 2,761 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,509 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 | 3,409 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Ridge High School Alworth Road , M9 0RP | 4out of 4 | 991 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meade Hill School Chain Road , Higher Blackley M9 6GN | 3out of 4 | 1,040 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elizabeth House School Wentworth Close , Middleton M24 4BD | - not rated | 2,032 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Camberwell Park Specialist Support School Brookside Road , Moston M40 9GJ | 4out of 4 | 2,269 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harpurhey Alternative Provision School 979-981 Rochdale Road , M9 8AE | - not rated | 2,284 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Don’s Cafe | 1174 Rochdale Road | 329 yd | |
| Baytree Restaurant | 1140 Rochdale Road | 452 yd | |
| Frankie's Fish Bar | 215 Hill Lane | 638 yd | |
| Hillside Cafe | 2 Plant Terrace, Hill Lane | 675 yd | |
| Alkrington Community Centre | Alkrington Community Centre, Hardfield Road | 788 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Blackley Conservative Club | Higher Blackley Conservative Club, Symond Road | 418 yd | |
| Blackley Golf Club | Victoria Avenue East | 833 yd | |
| Woodside | 215 Manchester New Road | 909 yd | |
| Thornberries | 179A Kirkway | 970 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wing Wah | 1198a Rochdale Road | 239 yd | |
| Kay's Kitchen | 1158 Rochdale Road | 329 yd | |
| Ali Baba | 1176 Rochdale Road | 329 yd | |
| Golden Bridge Chinese Takeaway | 1172 Rochdale Road | 329 yd | |
| Perfect Pizza Express | 8 Victoria Avenue | 336 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Victoria Avenue East | 196 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 191-197 Kirkway | 970 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moss Way MOSSWAY | grass pitches | 647 yd |
| St Michaels Ce Primary School BOARDMAN FOLD ROAD | grass pitches | 648 yd |
| Alkrington Community Primary School MANOR ROAD | grass pitches | 1,003 yd |
| Plant Hill Park ASHDOWN AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,011 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 | 48.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.