South Grove is in Worsley, Manchester and in Salford district. M28 0SA is located in the Walkden South 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 South Grove, Worsley, Manchester, M28 0SA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M28 0SL, M28 0SW, M28 0SH, M28 0SF, M28 0GG, M28 0SP, M28 0GB, M28 0SQ, M28 0SJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M28 0SA 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 | 49.8% | 50.5% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 50.2% | 49.5% | -0.7% | 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 | 32.1% | 37.4% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.3% | 46.4% | -1.9% | 44.2% | 2.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 2.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 6.8% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 5.1% | -4.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.6% | 53% | 9.4% | 48.4% | 4.6% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 31.3% | -1.0% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 12.1% | -4.4% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 2.1% | -4.5% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 18.1% | 16.1% | -2.0% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 4.7% | -8.9% | 9.6% | -4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 14.8% | -4.8% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 9.7% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 17.4% | 3.1% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.9% | 35.6% | 10.7% | 33.8% | 1.8% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.7% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Chinese | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 2.2% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| White | 97% | 92.5% | -4.5% | 81.4% | 11.1% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 96.7% | 92.9% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 1.8% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 93.2% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84% | 76.7% | 7.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 10% | 13.5% | -3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.4% | 37.2% | -6.8% |
| Christian | 58.6% | 46.2% | 12.4% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 9.3% | 6.0% | 3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Grove was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Boothstown & Ellenbrook 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. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 South Grove, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2023-12-08 | £272,604 |
| 2 South Grove, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2023-09-04 | £208,040 |
| 11 South Grove, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £242,500 | 2023-01-20 | £255,353 |
| 4 South Grove, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2021-10-21 | £221,199 |
| 8 South Grove, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2018-12-12 | £281,778 |
M28 0SA 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 | 99 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Education | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magnalls Fold Community Nursery Centre Mayfield Avenue , Worsley M28 3JF | - not rated | 405 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hulton Community Nursery Centre Longshaw Drive , Worsley M28 0BD | - not rated | 1,282 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 | 3,226 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater Nursery School Dobhill Street , Farnworth BL4 7DU | - not rated | 3,272 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 3,456 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Edmund's RC Primary School Queen Street , Little Hulton M38 0WH | 3out of 4 | 624 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 | 641 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's RC Primary School Bridgewater Street , Little Hulton M38 9ND | - not rated | 772 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater Primary School Bridgewater Street , Little Hulton M38 9WD | 4out of 4 | 841 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hilton Lane Primary School Madams Wood Road , Little Hulton M28 0JY | - not rated | 891 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St George's RC High School Parsonage Drive , Worsley M28 3SH | - not rated | 158 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrop Fold School Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 309 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lowry Academy Hilton Lane , Little Hulton, Worsley M28 0SY | 3out of 4 | 355 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Eastham High School Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 405 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Star Salford Academy 124 Longshaw Drive , M28 0BB | - not rated | 1,085 yd | Free schools | 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 | 1,067 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South College, Bolton Lever Edge Lane , BL3 3HH | - not rated | 5,048 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inscape House Silkhey Grove , Worsley M28 7FG | - not rated | 1,224 yd | Non-maintained special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ash Field School Walkden Road , Worsley M28 7FG | - not rated | 1,224 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haysbrook School Walkenden Road , Worsley M28 7FG | - not rated | 1,224 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Inscape House Salford Silkhey Grove , Worsley M28 7FG | - not rated | 1,224 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Delamere Forest School Silkhey Grove , Worsley M28 7FG | - not rated | 1,224 yd | Non-maintained 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worsley Pool Coffee Shop | within Worsley Leisure Centre, Bridgewater Road | 357 yd | |
| McDonald's Restaurants Limited | 40 High Street | 358 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 29 Pembroke Hall Market, Ellesmere Shopping Centre, Bolton Road | 386 yd | |
| Hug in a Mug | Unit 2, Old Co Op Buildings, High Street | 416 yd | |
| Koi Sushi and Oriental | 15 Bridgewater Road | 438 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Inn | New Inn, 73-79 Manchester Road East | 432 yd | |
| The New Albion | 137 Manchester Road East | 432 yd | |
| Bulls Head (Wetherspoons) | 12 High Street | 436 yd | |
| Walkden Legion Club Limited | The Royal British Legion, Wilfred Road | 506 yd | |
| Unit 21 | 5 Bolton Road | 506 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominations | 13 Bridgewater Road | 438 yd | |
| Darjeeling | 8 Bridgewater Road | 438 yd | |
| Marios Pizza | 4 Bridgewater Road | 438 yd | |
| Harry Pszza | within, 9 Ridyard Street | 462 yd | |
| Shawarma King | 98 Manchester Road East | 464 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B&M Retail | Unit 230 To 231, Ellesmere Shopping Centre, Bolton Road | 525 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit G5, Ellesmere Retail Park, New Ellesmere Approach | 574 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Unit G1a, Ellesmere Retail Park, New Ellesmere Approach | 574 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Georges Rc High School (Closed) Parsonage Drive | 157 yd | |
| Harrop Fold High School Hilton Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 325 yd |
| Worsley Leisure Centre WORSLEY LEISURE CENTRE WORSLEY LEISURE CENTRE BRIDGEWATER ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 357 yd |
| Walkden Methodist Church MANCHESTER ROAD EAST | 372 yd | |
| Sportlife Fitness Centre (Walkden) (Closed) High Street | health and fitness suite | 449 yd |
| Guildhall At Ellesmere (Closed) Guild Avenue | tennis courts | 522 yd |
| St. Edmund'S Rc Primary School QUEEN STREET | artificial grass pitch | 711 yd |
| Total Fitness (Walkden) ELLESMERE RETAIL PARK ELLESMERE RETAIL PARK NEW ELLESMERE APPROACH | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 743 yd |
| Walkden Cricket Club Harriet Street | grass pitches | 762 yd |
| Madamswood Madams Wood Road | grass pitches | 815 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 | 265 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 217.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 27.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 26.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.