Dumers Lane is in Radcliffe, Manchester and in Bury district. M26 2QJ is located in the Radcliffe East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bury South. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dumers Lane, Radcliffe, Manchester, M26 2QJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M26 2QN, M26 2GA, M26 2QW, M26 2HF, M26 2TH, M26 2TL, M26 2GD, M26 2GF, M26 2GL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M26 2QJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 50.7% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 50.3% | 49.3% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.1% | 40% | 2.9% | 37.9% | 2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.5% | 40% | -4.5% | 44.2% | -4.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 9.8% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 5.8% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.4% | 43% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 38.8% | 38.1% | -0.7% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 15.4% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 3.5% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 27.5% | 18.2% | -9.3% | 18.2% | 0.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 7.6% | -7.7% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 16.9% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5.3% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 24.4% | 10.0% | 16.9% | 7.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.7% | 24.4% | 11.7% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 6.1% | 3.1% | -3.0% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.7% | 91.3% | -7.4% | 81.4% | 9.9% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 94.7% | 94.8% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 1.4% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 94.4% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.3% | 1% | -2.3% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.4% | 76.7% | 6.7% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 13.8% | 13.5% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.8% | 37.2% | 0.6% |
| Christian | 52.2% | 46.2% | 6.0% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dumers Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Radcliffe East 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 -22.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 248 Dumers Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-09-28 | £187,590 |
| 246 Dumers Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2023-05-12 | £152,802 |
| 232 Dumers Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2023-04-06 | £459,198 |
| 248 Dumers Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £131,000 | 2022-12-02 | £133,312 |
| 236 Dumers Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-12-01 | £152,647 |
M26 2QJ 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 | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoyle Nursery School Chesham Fold Road , BL9 6HR | 4out of 4 | 4,041 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School Whitefield Road , BL9 9PW | 2out of 4 | 746 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Radcliffe Hall Church of England Methodist Primary School Bury Street , Radcliffe M26 2GB | 1out of 4 | 898 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollins Grundy Primary School The Hags , Off Hollins Lane BL9 8AY | 3out of 4 | 1,512 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunny Bank Primary School Hathaway Road , BL9 8EQ | 3out of 4 | 1,591 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's Roman Catholic Primary School, Whitefield Abingdon Avenue , Whitefield M45 8PT | 4out of 4 | 1,662 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Derby High School Radcliffe Road , Redvales BL9 9NH | 3out of 4 | 1,452 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury Church of England High School Haslam Brow , BL9 0TS | 3out of 4 | 1,773 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gabriel's RC High School, a Voluntary Academy Bridge Road , BL9 0TZ | - not rated | 2,186 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Unsworth Academy Parr Lane , BL9 8LP | 1out of 4 | 2,475 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Philips High School Higher Lane , Whitefield M45 7PH | 3out of 4 | 3,029 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross College 169 Manchester Road , BL9 9BB | - not rated | 1,691 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury College Market Street , BL9 0BG | - not rated | 2,342 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bury Secondary PRU Spring Lane School Spring Lane , M26 2SZ | 2out of 4 | 1,679 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury Catholic Preparatory School Arden House , Manchester Road BL9 9BH | - not rated | 1,686 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elms Bank Ripon Avenue , Whitefield M45 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 1,863 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Excel and Exceed Centre Buller Street , BL8 2BS | - not rated | 2,108 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill School - Bury Wellington Street , Bury BL8 2BD | - not rated | 2,183 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaa | 409 Dumers Lane | 110 yd | |
| Capita | O 2, Dumers Lane | 200 yd | |
| Crowded House | 626 Manchester Road | 552 yd | |
| Indigo | 703 Manchester Road | 724 yd | |
| Irwells Bistro | Bury Road | 942 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Swan & Cemetery | Swan And Cemetery Hotel, 406 Manchester Road | 675 yd | |
| The Old Cross Hotel | 1 Eton Hill Road | 968 yd | |
| The White Boar Hotel | White Boar Hotel, Radcliffe Road | 1,078 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fourios | 224 Dumers Lane | 12 yd | |
| Shawarma Stop | 411 Dumers Lane | 35 yd | |
| Pizza Lodge | 409C Dumers Lane | 100 yd | |
| A Touch of Spice | 409B Dumers Lane | 100 yd | |
| Avasarni | 204 Dumers Lane | 177 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crossfit Bury ETON HILL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 648 yd |
| Barlow Recreation Ground Leyland Street | grass pitches | 735 yd |
| St Peters Primary School WHITEFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 778 yd |
| Close Park DUMERS CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 866 yd |
| Warth Fold Playing Field Bury Road | grass pitches | 950 yd |
| Manchester Road Playing Field MANCHESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 1,035 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 157.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.