Milton Street is in Middleton, Manchester and in Rochdale district. M24 5TU is located in the North 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 Milton Street, Middleton, Manchester, M24 5TU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M24 5TX, M24 5TN, M24 5TP, M24 5TR, M24 5TZ, M24 4BN, M24 5UJ, M24 5TS, M24 5UB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M24 5TU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.6% | 50.2% | 2.6% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 52.4% | 49.8% | -2.6% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 5TU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.5% 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 | 38.1% | 42.5% | 4.4% | 37.9% | 4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.3% | 36.9% | 1.6% | 44.2% | -7.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 6% | 1.9% | -4.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 10.3% | -2.3% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 6% | 7.5% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 43.3% | 46.7% | 3.4% | 48.4% | -1.7% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 31% | -2.7% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 19% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 2.5% | -2.7% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 5TU this area, 32.2% 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 21%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.8% | 32.2% | 3.4% | 18.2% | 14.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 9.8% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 15.4% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 6.5% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 12.6% | 1.0% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.3% | 21% | -1.3% | 33.8% | -12.8% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.3% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98% | 97.1% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 97.6% | 97.1% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 97.1% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.8% | 76.7% | 10.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.1% | 37.2% | -11.1% |
| Christian | 72.2% | 46.2% | 26.0% |
| Not answered | 1.6% | 6.0% | -4.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Milton 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 -56.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Milton Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2025-03-24 | £145,134 |
| 22 Milton Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £93,500 | 2021-07-07 | £114,230 |
| 3 Milton Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2021-01-29 | £140,153 |
| Milton Street Family & Children Centre Milton Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2020-05-22 | £327,639 |
| 20 Milton Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2020-04-27 | £107,347 |
M24 5TU 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Education | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service 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 | 531 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkfield Primary School Harold Street , Middleton M24 4AF | 3out of 4 | 326 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Middleton Parish Church School Springfield Road , Middleton M24 5DL | 3out of 4 | 501 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Middleton Wood Street , Langley M24 5GL | 3out of 4 | 771 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale Kirkway , Middleton M24 1FL | 3out of 4 | 1,180 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollin Primary School Waverley Road , Middleton M24 6JG | 4out of 4 | 1,403 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 | 1,640 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Church of England Academy Hollin Lane , Middleton M24 6XN | 2out of 4 | 1,795 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Langley Roman Catholic High School Rochdale Road , Middleton M24 2GL | 3out of 4 | 1,972 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's RC High School Alworth Road , Higher Blackley M9 0RP | 3out of 4 | 2,220 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edgar Wood Academy Rochdale Road , Middleton M24 6XH | - not rated | 2,287 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 | 2,283 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 | 5,464 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 | 522 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Newlands School Waverley Road , Middleton M24 6JG | 3out of 4 | 1,505 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meade Hill School Chain Road , Higher Blackley M9 6GN | 3out of 4 | 2,119 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Ridge High School Alworth Road , M9 0RP | 4out of 4 | 2,290 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingfisher Special School Foxdenton Lane , Chadderton OL9 9QR | 4out of 4 | 4,128 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mind Rochdale and District Wellbeing Centre and Cafe | 14a-16 Wood Street | 207 yd | |
| Go Kids Karting | 5E Wood Street | 217 yd | |
| Simons Cafe | 6 Wood Street | 222 yd | |
| Amigo's | 4 Middleton Gardens | 298 yd | |
| McDonald's Middleton | 26-30 Middleton Gardens | 298 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Albion | The Albion Hotel, 25 Wood Street | 236 yd | |
| Harbord Harbord | Jd Weatherspooon Plc, 17-21 Long Street | 249 yd | |
| Ye Olde Boars Head | Brigade Hall, Long Street | 288 yd | |
| The New Inn | New Inn, 34 Long Street | 288 yd | |
| Britannia Inn | Britannia Inn, 6 Middleton Gardens | 298 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gyroland | 8 Wood Street | 222 yd | |
| Dua's Grill | 142 Wood Street | 246 yd | |
| Tommy's Fish & Chips | 5 Long Street | 249 yd | |
| Middletons Exotic Cuisine | 67 Long Street | 258 yd | |
| Chic Bite | 77D Long Street | 258 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Extra, Park Road | 398 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 57 / S7, Middleton Shopping Centre | 434 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi, Kemp Street | 561 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, Wood Street | 727 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Parkfield Community Primary School HAROLD STREET | grass pitches | 414 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Middleton) F10 F10 MIDDLETON SHOPPING CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 440 yd |
| Middleton Leisure Centre (Middleton) (Closed) Suffield Street | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 448 yd |
| Middleton Arena LANCE CORPORAL JOEL HALLIWELL V C WAY | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 467 yd |
| Middleton Parish C Of E Primary School SPRINGFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 494 yd |
| Powermill Gym (Closed) Lodge Mill Lodge Mill Townley Street | health and fitness suite | 562 yd |
| Epic Gym CHEETHAM STREET | health and fitness suite | 636 yd |
| Middleton Cricket Club ROCHDALE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 790 yd |
| Parkfield Playing Fields (Limefield Leisure Park) MANCHESTER OLD ROAD | grass pitches | 798 yd |
| St Marys 3G WOOD STREET | artificial grass pitch | 957 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 | 55.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 101 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.