Barton Road is in Swinton, Manchester and in Salford district. M27 5LQ is located in the Swinton Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Salford and Eccles. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barton Road, Swinton, Manchester, M27 5LQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M27 5LP, M27 5LW, M27 5LE, M27 5NJ, M27 5LN, M27 5LG, M27 5NH, M27 5LR, M27 5ND.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M27 5LQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 50.5% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 48.1% | 49.5% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 27.9% | 33.3% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.7% | 48.8% | -7.9% | 44.2% | 4.6% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 9.1% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 7.1% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.5%) 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 | 48.5% | 49.8% | 1.3% | 48.4% | 1.4% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 35.7% | 0.1% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 10.4% | -1.5% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 26.7% | 22% | -4.7% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 9.2% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 13.2% | -1.4% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 7.2% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 17.6% | 3.0% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.1% | 29.2% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -4.6% |
| Other | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 3.7% | 3.0% | 3.1% | 0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 95.9% | 91.6% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 10.2% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 97.3% | 93% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 93% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 1.7% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.4% | 76.7% | 8.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.3% | 13.5% | -3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.4% | 37.2% | -8.8% |
| Christian | 64.9% | 46.2% | 18.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barton Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Claremont average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Barton Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £242,500 | 2024-09-09 | £251,084 |
| 79 Barton Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2019-05-03 | £338,646 |
| 71 Barton Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2017-07-03 | £258,905 |
| 57 Barton Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £148,500 | 2017-05-10 | £258,464 |
| 75 Barton Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2017-04-04 | £268,379 |
M27 5LQ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in M27 5LQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Retired | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Other | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lakes Nursery School Worsley Road , Swinton M27 5WW | - not rated | 734 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Bank Nursery School Birch Drive , Pendlebury M27 1HD | - not rated | 850 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Dene Community Nursery Centre Birch Drive , Pendlebury M27 4HD | - not rated | 851 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stott Lane Nursery School Stott Lane , M6 8FJ | - not rated | 2,023 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladywell Community Nursery Centre Tan Pit Lane , Eccles New Road M5 2AB | - not rated | 2,364 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor Road Junior School Parkgate Drive , Swinton M27 1LN | - not rated | 124 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor Road County Infant School Parkgate Drive , Swinton M27 1LN | - not rated | 124 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor Road Primary School Parkgate Drive , Swinton M27 5LN | 3out of 4 | 226 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor Road Primary School Parkgate Drive , Swinton M27 5LN | - not rated | 226 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Primary School Daisy Bank Avenue , Swinton M27 5FU | 3out of 4 | 897 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellesmere Park High School Wentworth Road , Eccles M30 9BP | - not rated | 1,532 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellesmere Park High School Wentworth Road , Eccles M30 9BP | 3out of 4 | 1,532 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorside High School 57 Deans Road , Swinton M27 0AP | 3out of 4 | 1,569 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope High School Prestwood Road , M6 8GG | - not rated | 1,719 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pendlebury High School Sefton Road , Pendlebury M27 2DU | - not rated | 1,732 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eccles College Chatsworth Road , M30 9FJ | - not rated | 1,338 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| De La Salle College Weaste Lane , M6 8QS | - not rated | 1,952 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Salford City College Dronfield Road , M6 7FR | - not rated | 1,999 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Salford College Worsley Campus , Walkden Road M28 7QD | - not rated | 5,261 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parklands School Barton Road , Swinton M27 5LP | - not rated | 43 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwood Primary School Barton Road , Swinton M27 5LP | - not rated | 174 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwood Primary School Barton Road , Swinton M27 5LP | 3out of 4 | 174 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Manchester Children Hospital School Hospital Road , Pendlebury M27 4HA | - not rated | 677 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Claremont School Park Lane , M6 7RQ | - not rated | 1,141 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crackerjacks | within Grosvenor Road Primary School, Parkgate Drive | 125 yd | |
| R Bar And Bistro | 229 Manchester Road | 584 yd | |
| Langworthy Reds R.L.F. & Social Club | Oakwood Park Stables, Swinton Park Road | 641 yd | |
| Noel's Catering | within Swinton Masonic Hall, Hospital Road | 709 yd | |
| The Cafe | 79 Chorley Road | 800 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swinton Football Club | Playing Field And Clubhouse, Barton Road | 180 yd | |
| The Farmers Arms | Farmers Arms, 160 Manchester Road | 435 yd | |
| The Shoulder Of Mutton | Holcombe Village | 518 yd | |
| Cricketers Arms | 227 Manchester Road | 584 yd | |
| The Wobbly Stool | 233 Manchester Road | 584 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chippy | 184 Manchester Road | 522 yd | |
| New Century | 241 Manchester Road | 584 yd | |
| Oriental Takeaway | 247 Manchester Road | 584 yd | |
| Swinton Balti Chef | 245 Manchester Road | 584 yd | |
| Shamnah Indian Takeaway | Ground Floor, 25 Chorley Road | 724 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Swinton Park Golf Club EAST LANCASHIRE ROAD | golf | 314 yd |
| Swinton Fc PLAYING FIELD AND CLUBHOUSE PLAYING FIELD AND CLUBHOUSE BARTON ROAD | grass pitches | 373 yd |
| Victoria Park Manchester Road | tennis courts | 472 yd |
| Langworthy Reds Arlfc OAKWOOD PARK OAKWOOD PARK SWINTON PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 719 yd |
| Duncan Mathieson Playing Fields Odessa Avenue | grass pitches | 845 yd |
| Light Oaks Park 29A 29A RADCLIFFE PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 992 yd |
| Kd Sports ALBION HOUSE ALBION HOUSE ALBION STREET | artificial grass pitch | 1,003 yd |
| Oakwood High School (Closed) Park Lane | 1,078 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 169.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.