Dorchester Avenue is in Prestwich, Manchester and in Bury district. M25 0LH is located in the Sedgley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bury South. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dorchester Avenue, Prestwich, Manchester, M25 0LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M25 0LL, M25 0LB, M25 0LE, M25 0LF, M25 0LJ, M25 0LZ, M25 0JU, M25 0HQ, M25 0LN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M25 0LH has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 47.4% | 48.3% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 52.6% | 51.7% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
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 M25 0LH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.4% 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 | 35.7% | 43.4% | 7.7% | 37.9% | 5.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.7% | 45.2% | -8.5% | 44.2% | 1.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 5.2% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -3.9% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 3.8% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 (86.9%) 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 | 63% | 59.3% | -3.7% | 48.4% | 10.9% |
| Good health | 24.3% | 27.6% | 3.3% | 33.6% | -6.0% |
| Fair health | 9% | 8.8% | -0.2% | 12.7% | -3.9% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.8% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 18% | 18.8% | 0.8% | 18.2% | 0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 12.5% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 16.7% | 3.8% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 4.9% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 15.7% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.5% | 26.1% | 0.6% | 33.8% | -7.7% |
| Other | 10.6% | 5.2% | -5.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.4% | 0.2% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 3.6% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 6.4% | 4.5% | -1.9% | 2.7% | 1.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 86.1% | 80.8% | -5.3% | 81.4% | -0.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 1.7% | 5.2% | 3.5% | 1.6% | 3.6% |
In this area, 71.8% 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 | 73.6% | 71.8% | -1.8% | 83.2% | -11.4% |
| European Union | 8.3% | 11% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 4% | 3.2% | -0.8% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 11.1% | 10.4% | -0.7% | 5.6% | 4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 71.2% | 71.4% | 0.2% | 83.2% | -11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2.8% | 15% | 12.2% | 9.8% | 5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.5% | 3.6% | -0.9% | 2.9% | 0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.8% | 6.3% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 4.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 13.7% | 3.8% | -9.9% | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.1% | 76.7% | -6.6% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 5.4% | 1.3% | 4.1% |
| Romania | 3.2% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Middle East | 3.4% | 0.1% | 3.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 8.8% | 13.5% | -4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 7.4% | 37.2% | -29.8% |
| Christian | 23.5% | 46.2% | -22.7% |
| Jewish | 50.8% | 0.5% | 50.3% |
| Muslim | 8.4% | 6.5% | 1.9% |
| Sikh | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dorchester Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Sedgley 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 -11.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Dorchester Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2023-06-22 | £258,424 |
| 14 Dorchester Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2022-02-25 | £326,995 |
| 18 Dorchester Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2021-04-07 | £373,792 |
| 8 Dorchester Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2020-01-15 | £425,995 |
| 6 Dorchester Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2017-08-10 | £306,314 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 69 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Retired | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Education | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collyhurst Nursery School Teignmouth Avenue , Collyhurst M40 7QD | 4out of 4 | 4,638 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yesoiday Hatorah Boys Academy Sedgley Park Road , Prestwich M25 0JW | 2out of 4 | 277 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Yesoiday Hatorah Girls Academy Sedgley Park Road , Prestwich M25 0JW | - not rated | 278 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| St Philip's RC Primary School Cavendish Road , M7 4WP | 4out of 4 | 370 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sedgley Park Community Primary School Kings Road , Prestwich M25 0HT | 3out of 4 | 486 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE Primary School Nevile Road , M7 3PT | 3out of 4 | 786 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parrenthorn High School Heywood Road , Prestwich M25 2BW | 2out of 4 | 648 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Mesivta School Beechwood , Charlton Avenue M25 0PH | 3out of 4 | 736 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| St Monica's RC High School, a Voluntary Academy Bury Old Road , Prestwich M25 1JH | - not rated | 900 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beis Yaakov High School 69 Broom Lane , Bury New Road M7 4FF | 3out of 4 | 1,473 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Heys School Heys Road , Prestwich M25 1JZ | - not rated | 1,888 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salford City College Dronfield Road , M6 7FR | - not rated | 3,815 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 | 2,756 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oholei Yosef Yitzchok Lubavitch Schools 460 Bury New Rd , Salford M7 4LH | - not rated | 926 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Ateres Elisheva Beis Menachem , Park Lane M7 4JD | - not rated | 926 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Manchester Jewish Community High School 62 Singleton Road , M7 4LU | - not rated | 970 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Manchester Junior Girls' School 64 Upper Park Road , M7 4JA | - not rated | 1,151 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Manchester Jewish School for Special Education Manchester Jewish Community Centre , M7 4QY | - not rated | 1,161 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celia's Kitchen Ltd | 9 Kings Road | 62 yd | |
| J S Restaurant | 7-9 Kings Road | 73 yd | |
| Chinese Kitchen | 40 Bury New Road | 150 yd | |
| JS On the Corner | 27 Bury New Road | 173 yd | |
| Kubus 2 | 32 Bury New Road | 175 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Friendship Inn | Friendship Inn, Scholes Lane | 722 yd | |
| Seven Bro7hers | within The Peninsula Stadium, Moor Lane | 919 yd | |
| The Ostrich Hotel | 163 Bury Old Road | 1,083 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mozzarella | 5 Kings Road | 73 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 56 Bury New Road | 130 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 36 Bury New Road | 175 yd | |
| Triple B | 24 Bury New Road | 175 yd | |
| Bay Kebab and Pizzeria | 19 Bury New Road | 201 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 14 Bury New Road | 175 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 25 Bury New Road | 220 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Gabriel Church BISHOPS ROAD | 401 yd | |
| Fairways Lodge And Leisure Club GEORGE STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 542 yd |
| Manchester Maccabi Community And Sports Club BURY OLD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 683 yd |
| Salford City Fc SALFORD CITY FOOTBALL CLUB SALFORD CITY FOOTBALL CLUB MOOR LANE | grass pitches | 871 yd |
| Manchester Mesivta BEECHWOOD BEECHWOOD CHARLTON AVENUE | 876 yd | |
| St Monicas Rc High School BURY OLD ROAD | tennis courts | 893 yd |
| Park View Primary School PARK VIEW ROAD | grass pitches | 954 yd |
| Prestwich Golf Club Ltd HILTON LANE | golf | 976 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 86.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.