Wood Street is in Middleton, Manchester and in Rochdale district. M24 4FJ is located in the South Middleton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Heywood and Middleton. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wood Street, Middleton, Manchester, M24 4FJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M24 4RX, M24 4FY, M24 5RT, M24 5RU, M24 5SG, M24 5SB, M24 4FZ, M24 5SA, M24 5SJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M24 4FJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.7% | 49.2% | -4.5% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 46.3% | 50.8% | 4.5% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 M24 4FJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.7% 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 | 49.8% | 48.7% | -1.1% | 37.9% | 10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.2% | 34.1% | 3.9% | 44.2% | -10.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 4.9% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 7.5% | -3.8% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 4.1% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 | 42.4% | 53.1% | 10.7% | 48.4% | 4.7% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 26.9% | -5.7% | 33.6% | -6.7% |
| Fair health | 14% | 12% | -2.0% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 9.5% | 6.2% | -3.3% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 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 4FJ this area, 30.8% 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 16.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.5% | 30.8% | -13.7% | 18.2% | 12.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 12% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 14.3% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 6.8% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 15.8% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 4.9% | 16.5% | 11.6% | 33.8% | -17.3% |
| Other | 4.5% | 3.8% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 17.7% | 16.8% | 2.5% | 15.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 93.3% | 74% | -19.3% | 81.4% | -7.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 74.2% 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 | 95.7% | 74.2% | -21.5% | 83.2% | -9.0% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 13% | 10.6% | 6.1% | 6.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 9.5% | 8.9% | 2.7% | 6.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 73.2% | -21.9% | 83.2% | -10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 4.8% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 7.8% | 6.3% | 2.9% | 4.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 8.6% | 8.3% | 2.2% | 6.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 5.6% | 3.8% | 1.9% | 3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 52.7% | 76.7% | -24.0% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Portugal | 5.1% | 0.5% | 4.6% |
| Spain | 2% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Poland | 8.1% | 1.3% | 6.8% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 4.6% | 0.3% | 4.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.1% | 13.5% | 7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.2% | 37.2% | -14.0% |
| Christian | 67.9% | 46.2% | 21.7% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wood Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the North 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 -9.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 173 Wood Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2021-08-11 | £150,442 |
| 187 Wood Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2020-02-28 | £189,076 |
| 187 Wood Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2019-09-25 | £134,626 |
| 177 Wood Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2010-11-19 | £153,147 |
| 177 Wood Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £63,000 | 2006-08-31 | £114,784 |
M24 4FJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 34 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 556 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Middleton Wood Street , Langley M24 5GL | 3out of 4 | 294 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkfield Primary School Harold Street , Middleton M24 4AF | 3out of 4 | 392 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Middleton Parish Church School Springfield Road , Middleton M24 5DL | 3out of 4 | 674 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bowlee Park Community Primary School Windermere Road , Langley M24 4LA | 4out of 4 | 998 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollin Primary School Waverley Road , Middleton M24 6JG | 4out of 4 | 1,529 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne's Church of England Academy Hollin Lane , Middleton M24 6XN | 2out of 4 | 1,617 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Middleton Technology School Kenyon Lane , Middleton M24 2GT | 3out of 4 | 2,121 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Langley Roman Catholic High School Rochdale Road , Middleton M24 2GL | 3out of 4 | 2,146 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's RC High School Alworth Road , Higher Blackley M9 0RP | 3out of 4 | 2,231 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edgar Wood Academy Rochdale Road , Middleton M24 6XH | - not rated | 2,324 yd | Free schools | 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 | 2,308 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 | 474 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Newlands School Waverley Road , Middleton M24 6JG | 3out of 4 | 1,621 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meade Hill School Chain Road , Higher Blackley M9 6GN | 3out of 4 | 2,126 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Ridge High School Alworth Road , M9 0RP | 4out of 4 | 2,309 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingfisher Special School Foxdenton Lane , Chadderton OL9 9QR | 4out of 4 | 4,612 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridie's Kitchen | 225 Wood Street | 241 yd | |
| Go Kids Karting | 5E Wood Street | 650 yd | |
| Mind Rochdale and District Wellbeing Centre and Cafe | 14a-16 Wood Street | 663 yd | |
| Simons Cafe | 6 Wood Street | 678 yd | |
| KFC | Kemp Street | 707 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodside Working Mens Club | Woodside Working Mens Club, 22 Higher Wood Street | 203 yd | |
| Joiners Arms | 37 Cross Street | 531 yd | |
| The Middleton Archer | Middleton Archer, Kemp Street | 620 yd | |
| The Albion | The Albion Hotel, 25 Wood Street | 672 yd | |
| Ye Olde Boars Head | Brigade Hall, Long Street | 694 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Chef | 93A Higher Wood Street | 232 yd | |
| Dua's Grill | 142 Wood Street | 240 yd | |
| The Langley Friery | 227 Wood Street | 241 yd | |
| Gyroland | 8 Wood Street | 678 yd | |
| Ho Li | 72 Long Street | 715 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, Wood Street | 241 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi, Kemp Street | 707 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 57 / S7, Middleton Shopping Centre | 765 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Extra, Park Road | 792 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Parkfield Community Primary School HAROLD STREET | grass pitches | 339 yd |
| St Marys 3G WOOD STREET | artificial grass pitch | 480 yd |
| Middleton Parish C Of E Primary School SPRINGFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 587 yd |
| Langley Community Primary School (Closed) Thirlmere Drive | grass pitches | 703 yd |
| Parkfield Playing Fields (Limefield Leisure Park) MANCHESTER OLD ROAD | grass pitches | 761 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Middleton) F10 F10 MIDDLETON SHOPPING CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 771 yd |
| Epic Gym CHEETHAM STREET | health and fitness suite | 813 yd |
| Middleton Cricket Club ROCHDALE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 874 yd |
| Middleton Leisure Centre (Middleton) (Closed) Suffield Street | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 913 yd |
| Middleton Arena LANCE CORPORAL JOEL HALLIWELL V C WAY | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 953 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 | 129.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 231.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.