Cottam Grove is in Swinton, Manchester and in Salford district. M27 5XA 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 Cottam Grove, Swinton, Manchester, M27 5XA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M27 4TT, M27 4TS, M27 4TJ, M27 5UL, M27 4TL, M27 5UU, M27 5US, M27 4TU, M27 5AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M27 5XA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 51.4% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 50.5% | 48.6% | -1.9% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 M27 5XA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.8% 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 | 32.2% | 43.8% | 11.6% | 37.9% | 5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.3% | 25.4% | -1.9% | 44.2% | -18.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.5% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 17.5% | 16.9% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 7.8% |
| Widowed | 20.2% | 12.4% | -7.8% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 23.2% | 36.3% | 13.1% | 48.4% | -12.1% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 29.8% | -5.6% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 20.7% | 20.8% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 8.1% |
| Bad health | 13.1% | 8.6% | -4.5% | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Very bad health | 7.6% | 4.5% | -3.1% | 1.2% | 3.3% |
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 M27 5XA this area, 38.6% 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 18.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.8% | 38.6% | -6.2% | 18.2% | 20.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 8.9% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.7% | 11.9% | 3.2% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 7.4% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6% | 9.9% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -7.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.3% | 18.3% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -15.5% |
| Other | 4.9% | 5% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.1% 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% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 92.4% | 84.1% | -8.3% | 81.4% | 2.7% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 2.8% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Other | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
In this area, 79.5% 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 | 91.9% | 79.5% | -12.4% | 83.2% | -3.7% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 9.8% | 8.3% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.5% | 5.7% | 1.2% | 5.6% | 0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 87.9% | 79.2% | -8.7% | 83.2% | -4.0% |
| 10+ Years | 3% | 8.2% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 4.9% | 4.4% | 2.9% | 2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 4.1% | 3.6% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.1% | 3.7% | -4.4% | 1.9% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.1% | 76.7% | -17.6% |
| Ireland | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Middle East | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 30% | 13.5% | 16.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.1% | 37.2% | -4.1% |
| Christian | 55% | 46.2% | 8.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 8.3% | 6.5% | 1.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cottam Grove was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Eccles 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 -17.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Cottam Grove, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2024-07-11 | £64,937 |
| 15 Cottam Grove, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2020-09-03 | £89,621 |
| 22 Cottam Grove, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £81,000 | 2018-10-23 | £125,259 |
| 15 Cottam Grove, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2007-06-29 | £94,892 |
| 14 Cottam Grove, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2006-04-06 | £140,963 |
M27 5XA 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.
| Retired | 57 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's RC Primary School Milner Street , Swinton M27 4AS | 4out of 4 | 404 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deans Primary School Stanwell Road , Swinton M27 5TD | 4out of 4 | 477 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor Road Primary School Parkgate Drive , Swinton M27 5LN | 3out of 4 | 718 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Vicarage Road , Swinton M27 0WA | 3out of 4 | 850 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's CofE Primary School 380 Bolton Road , Pendlebury M27 8UX | 1out of 4 | 897 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Academy Swinton Sefton Road , Pendlebury M27 6JU | 3out of 4 | 1,184 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorside High School 57 Deans Road , Swinton M27 0AP | 3out of 4 | 1,294 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellesmere Park High School Wentworth Road , Eccles M30 9BP | 3out of 4 | 1,855 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ambrose Barlow RC High School 37 Ash Drive , Wardley M27 9QP | 2out of 4 | 2,337 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Hallows RC High School 150 Eccles Old Road , M6 8AA | 3out of 4 | 2,430 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 2,647 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springwood Primary School Barton Road , Swinton M27 5LP | 3out of 4 | 477 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barton Moss Education Centre Care of: Salford City Council , Chorley Road M27 5AW | - not rated | 495 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Chatsworth Futures Limited Vicarage Road , Swinton M27 0WA | - not rated | 819 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Salford Home Tuition Services The Clifton Centre, 117 Silverdale , M27 8GW | - not rated | 1,442 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Clifton Centre 117 Silverdale , M27 8GW | 3out of 4 | 1,446 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| R Bar And Bistro | 229 Manchester Road | 46 yd | |
| The Cafe | 79 Chorley Road | 243 yd | |
| Critchley Cafe | Critchley House, 75 Chorley Road | 243 yd | |
| Deurali | 36 Chorley Road | 253 yd | |
| Crackerjacks | within Grosvenor Road Primary School, Parkgate Drive | 512 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cricketers Arms | 227 Manchester Road | 46 yd | |
| The Wobbly Stool | 233 Manchester Road | 47 yd | |
| The White Lion | 240-242 Manchester Road | 93 yd | |
| Swinton Royal British Legion | British Legion Club, 3 Cheetham Road | 137 yd | |
| The Farmers Arms | Farmers Arms, 160 Manchester Road | 190 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Century | 241 Manchester Road | 46 yd | |
| Oriental Takeaway | 247 Manchester Road | 46 yd | |
| Swinton Balti Chef | 245 Manchester Road | 46 yd | |
| The Chippy | 184 Manchester Road | 61 yd | |
| Shamnah Indian Takeaway | Ground Floor, 25 Chorley Road | 167 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASDA | Asda Supermarket, 15 Wellington Road | 620 yd | |
| Morrisons | 49 Swinton Hall Road | 774 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 51 Swinton Hall Road | 796 yd | |
| B&M Homestore | Wilfrid Street | 853 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Swinton Fc PLAYING FIELD AND CLUBHOUSE PLAYING FIELD AND CLUBHOUSE BARTON ROAD | grass pitches | 250 yd |
| Victoria Park Manchester Road | tennis courts | 318 yd |
| Swinton Leisure Centre WELLINGTON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 652 yd |
| Kd Sports ALBION HOUSE ALBION HOUSE ALBION STREET | artificial grass pitch | 680 yd |
| Salford Community Leisure SALFORD CIVIC CENTRE SALFORD CIVIC CENTRE CHORLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 731 yd |
| Swinton Park Golf Club EAST LANCASHIRE ROAD | golf | 789 yd |
| Blue Ribbon Playing Fields FRASER STREET | grass pitches | 931 yd |
| St Peters C Of E Primary School ST PETERS CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL ST PETERS CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL VICARAGE ROAD | grass pitches | 939 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 | 2.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 2.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 2.3% |
| 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.