Longshaw Drive is in Worsley, Manchester and in Salford district. M28 0BW is located in the Little Hulton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Worsley and Eccles South. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Longshaw Drive, Worsley, Manchester, M28 0BW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M28 0BJ, M28 0JT, M28 0JS, M28 0BH, M28 0JX, M28 0JA, M28 0JU, M28 0HR, M28 0HA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M28 0BW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.9% | 54.5% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 3.5% |
| Male | 46.1% | 45.5% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -3.5% |
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 M28 0BW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.9% 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 | 43.1% | 48.9% | 5.8% | 37.9% | 11.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.8% | 28.8% | -7.0% | 44.2% | -15.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 4.4% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 9.2% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 7.9% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 43.7% | 45% | 1.3% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 27.3% | 32.9% | 5.6% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 14.4% | -3.0% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 5.4% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 5.1% | 2.2% | -2.9% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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.
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 21.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.5% | 22.7% | -21.8% | 18.2% | 4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 15.7% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 6.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 9.2% | -6.4% | 13.4% | -4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 8.7% | 5.5% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 16.6% | 7.4% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.9% | 21.8% | 14.9% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 3.7% | 5.2% | 1.5% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93% 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 | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 2.4% | 4.5% | 2.1% | 2.5% | 2.0% |
| Other Black | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 91.8% | 93% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 11.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 88.2% 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 | 95.6% | 88.2% | -7.4% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| European Union | 1% | 7.3% | 6.3% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.2% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 87.9% | -7.3% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 8.3% | 8.0% | 9.8% | -1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 2.9% | 1.5% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.3% | 76.7% | 1.6% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 5.8% | 1.3% | 4.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 13.1% | 13.5% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.6% | 37.2% | 9.4% |
| Christian | 48.2% | 46.2% | 2.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Longshaw Drive was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Little Hulton 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 much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 182 Longshaw Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £72,286 | 2023-03-15 | £78,310 |
| 182 Longshaw Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2006-06-02 | £191,660 |
| 168 Longshaw Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2005-09-30 | £149,118 |
| 174 Longshaw Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £87,500 | 2004-12-17 | £212,298 |
| 168 Longshaw Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2003-12-09 | £142,726 |
M28 0BW 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 student residents living in M28 0BW area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Hulton Community Nursery Centre Longshaw Drive , Worsley M28 0BD | - not rated | 466 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Magnalls Fold Community Nursery Centre Mayfield Avenue , Worsley M28 3JF | - not rated | 1,431 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 2,713 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater Nursery School Dobhill Street , Farnworth BL4 7DU | - not rated | 3,274 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor Nursery School and Day Care Centre Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 3,499 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilton Lane Primary School Madams Wood Road , Little Hulton M28 0JY | - not rated | 176 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and Lancashire Martyrs' RC Primary School Wicheaves Crescent , Worsley M28 0HF | - not rated | 252 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Methodist Primary School Prescott Street , Off Hilton Lane M28 0ZA | 4out of 4 | 554 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Peel Hall Primary School Greencourt Drive , Worsley M38 0BZ | 2out of 4 | 641 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's RC Primary School Bridgewater Street , Little Hulton M38 9ND | - not rated | 682 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Star Salford Academy 124 Longshaw Drive , M28 0BB | - not rated | 250 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hulton Community School Longshaw Drive , Worsley M28 0AZ | - not rated | 408 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Eastham High School Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 662 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrop Fold School Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 760 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lowry Academy Hilton Lane , Little Hulton, Worsley M28 0SY | 3out of 4 | 780 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salford College Worsley Campus , Walkden Road M28 7QD | - not rated | 2,039 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South College, Bolton Lever Edge Lane , BL3 3HH | - not rated | 4,247 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyldesley Highfield School St John's Road , Mosley Common M28 1AR | - not rated | 2,153 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Inscape House Silkhey Grove , Worsley M28 7FG | - not rated | 2,216 yd | Non-maintained special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ash Field School Walkden Road , Worsley M28 7FG | - not rated | 2,216 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haysbrook School Walkenden Road , Worsley M28 7FG | - not rated | 2,216 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Inscape House Salford Silkhey Grove , Worsley M28 7FG | - not rated | 2,216 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gillie Foods | within Tian Cheng Temple, Madams Wood Road | 177 yd | |
| Tian Cheng Temple | Madams Wood Road | 177 yd | |
| Walkden Community Meet and Eat | within Walkden Methodist Church, Manchester Road East | 624 yd | |
| The Cafe | 12 Hulton District Centre | 629 yd | |
| Express Chippy | 28 Hulton District Centre | 629 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cyn's Tavern | 8 Hulton District Centre | 629 yd | |
| Shamrock Tavern | 241 Manchester Road East | 631 yd | |
| Little Hulton Conservative Club | Little Hulton Conservative Club, 1a Armitage Avenue | 699 yd | |
| New Inn | New Inn, 73-79 Manchester Road East | 824 yd | |
| The New Albion | 137 Manchester Road East | 824 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moreish | 290 Manchester Road East | 497 yd | |
| The Rice & Spice Indian Takeaway | 286 Manchester Road East | 497 yd | |
| Pharaoh's Pizza | 284 Manchester Road East | 497 yd | |
| Rainbow House | 288 Manchester Road East | 497 yd | |
| Pizza Parlour | 140 Manchester Road East | 753 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Madamswood Madams Wood Road | grass pitches | 340 yd |
| Harrop Fold School (Closed) Longshaw Drive | grass pitches | 413 yd |
| Peel Hall Primary School GREENCOURT DRIVE | grass pitches | 654 yd |
| Harrop Fold High School Hilton Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 750 yd |
| St. Edmund'S Rc Primary School QUEEN STREET | artificial grass pitch | 756 yd |
| St Pauls Peel Parish Community Hall MANCHESTER ROAD WEST | 832 yd | |
| Walkden Methodist Church MANCHESTER ROAD EAST | 894 yd | |
| Wharton Playing Fields ASHAWE TERRACE | grass pitches | 1,010 yd |
| St Georges Rc High School (Closed) Parsonage Drive | 1,070 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 182 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.