Heywood Old Road is in Middleton, Manchester and in Rochdale district. M24 4GP 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 Heywood Old Road, Middleton, Manchester, M24 4GP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M24 4GP has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 46.4% | 48.1% | 1.7% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 53.6% | 51.9% | -1.7% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of M24 4GP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.2% 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 | 30.2% | 31.7% | 1.5% | 37.9% | -6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.5% | 51.2% | -0.3% | 44.2% | 7.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.6% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 7.9% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 7.7% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 (86.1%) 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 | 40.2% | 51.5% | 11.3% | 48.4% | 3.1% |
| Good health | 36% | 34.6% | -1.4% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 9.6% | -6.5% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 3.5% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 0.7% | -1.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.5% | 14.3% | -14.2% | 18.2% | -3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 10.8% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 11.9% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 9.8% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 18.8% | 9.9% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.4% | 31.2% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -2.6% |
| Other | 4.8% | 3.2% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.5% | 0.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.7% | 85.9% | -10.8% | 81.4% | 4.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 82.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.3% | 82.7% | -14.6% | 83.2% | -0.5% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 10.5% | 9.9% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 3.3% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 3.5% | 2.6% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 82.5% | -14.8% | 83.2% | -0.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 10.9% | 10.6% | 9.8% | 1.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 3.5% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.4% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.5% | 76.7% | -0.2% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 4.4% | 1.3% | 3.1% |
| Romania | 3.7% | 0.9% | 2.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Middle East | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 10.9% | 13.5% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.2% | 37.2% | -8.0% |
| Christian | 58% | 46.2% | 11.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 3.5% | 6.5% | -3.0% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heywood Old Road 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 -42.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 353 Heywood Old Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £252,000 | 2021-05-14 | £325,550 |
| 343 Heywood Old Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2019-09-27 | £246,814 |
| 399 Heywood Old Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2019-08-15 | £469,241 |
| 353 Heywood Old Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2013-09-13 | £356,150 |
| 343 Heywood Old Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2013-05-17 | £202,139 |
M24 4GP 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 | 151 |
| Retired | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Education | 29 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 2,334 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowlee Park Community Primary School Windermere Road , Langley M24 4LA | 4out of 4 | 1,390 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Heaton Church of England Primary School Boardman Lane , Middleton M24 4PU | 2out of 4 | 1,459 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Middleton Wood Street , Langley M24 5GL | 3out of 4 | 2,021 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Church of England Primary School Heywood Road , Prestwich M25 2BW | 3out of 4 | 2,223 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mersey Drive Community Primary School Mersey Drive , Whitefield M45 8LN | 3out of 4 | 2,401 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unsworth Academy Parr Lane , BL9 8LP | 1out of 4 | 2,551 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's RC High School Alworth Road , Higher Blackley M9 0RP | 3out of 4 | 2,639 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Church of England Academy Hollin Lane , Middleton M24 6XN | 2out of 4 | 2,995 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Manchester Plant Hill Road , Higher Blackley M9 0WQ | 3out of 4 | 3,368 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newhouse Academy Newhouse Road , OL10 2NT | - not rated | 3,676 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 | 4,002 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 | 5,230 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 | 2,269 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Meade Hill School Chain Road , Higher Blackley M9 6GN | 3out of 4 | 2,574 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Ridge High School Alworth Road , M9 0RP | 4out of 4 | 2,711 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prestwich Preparatory School 400 Bury Old Road , Prestwich M25 1PZ | - not rated | 3,190 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlands School Waverley Road , Middleton M24 6JG | 3out of 4 | 3,591 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| David Lloyd Manchester North | Lancashire Health And Raquet C, Heywood Old Road | 209 yd | |
| The Good Life Cafe | Bowlee Pavillion | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Hart | The White Hart, 701 Heywood Old Road | 501 yd | |
| The Same Yet Inn | Same Yet Inn, 145 Simister Lane | 736 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bowlee Park Driving Range HEYWOOD OLD ROAD | golf | 208 yd |
| David Lloyd Manchester North HEYWOOD OLD ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 326 yd |
| Bowlee Playing Fields HEYWOOD OLD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,068 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 | 38.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 61.5% |
| Median download speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 24.62 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 24.62 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 0.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 2.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 5.92 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.