Dunster Road is in Worsley, Manchester and in Salford district. M28 1AY is located in the Tyldesley & Mosley Common electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leigh. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dunster Road, Worsley, Manchester, M28 1AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M28 1SD, M28 1AF, M28 1BL, M28 1DQ, M28 1BQ, M28 1AX, M28 1AH, M28 1AZ, M28 1EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M28 1AY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.1% | 48.6% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 51.9% | 51.4% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 | 28.7% | 35.7% | 7.0% | 37.9% | -2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.6% | 43.7% | -7.9% | 44.2% | -0.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 7.6% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 10.5% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
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 | 36% | 43% | 7.0% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 32.5% | -2.4% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 15.5% | -2.1% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 9% | 5.4% | -3.6% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 3.6% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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 | 35.4% | 22.2% | -13.2% | 18.2% | 4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 12.6% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 12.6% | 0.4% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 7.1% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 13.4% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.7% | 28% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -5.8% |
| Other | 5.9% | 4.2% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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 | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.5% | 96.1% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 96.2% | 96.1% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 96.4% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.2% | 76.7% | 9.5% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 10.6% | 13.5% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.3% | 37.2% | -10.9% |
| Christian | 70.5% | 46.2% | 24.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dunster Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Astley 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 -7.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Dunster Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2024-08-21 | £307,196 |
| 2 Dunster Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2023-07-28 | £204,299 |
| 19 Dunster Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-04-28 | £178,644 |
| 7 Dunster Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2023-03-31 | £208,604 |
| 38 Dunster Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-08-19 | £215,731 |
M28 1AY 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 M28 1AY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 4,719 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's CofE Primary School Mosley Common Commonside Road , Worsley M28 1AE | 3out of 4 | 246 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School Kendal Road , Boothstown M28 1AG | 3out of 4 | 342 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boothstown Methodist Primary School 6 Chapel Street , Boothstown M28 1DG | 3out of 4 | 609 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Garrett Hall Primary School Garrett Lane , Tyldesley M29 7EY | 4out of 4 | 923 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE Primary School Vicars Hall Lane , Boothstown M28 1HS | 4out of 4 | 975 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lowry Academy Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 2,303 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic High School Manchester Road , Astley M29 7EE | 3out of 4 | 2,864 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Walkden Old Clough Lane , Walkden M28 7JB | 2out of 4 | 3,376 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fred Longworth High School Printshop Lane , Tyldesley M29 8JN | 3out of 4 | 3,481 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford High School Manchester Road , WN7 2LU | 3out of 4 | 4,628 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambian Tyldesley School Shuttle Street , Tyldesley M29 8BS | - not rated | 2,705 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Lilford Centre The Lilford Centre , Lancaster Avenue M29 8LN | - not rated | 2,983 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Tree Primary School Green Hall Close , Atherton M46 9HP | 4out of 4 | 4,242 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater School Drywood Hall , Worsley Road M28 2WQ | - not rated | 4,370 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alder Brook Walnut Road , Winton M30 8LE | 3out of 4 | 4,470 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beehive Community Centre | Lindale Road, Worsley | 297 yd | |
| Lugana Restaurant | 146 Mosley Common Road, Worsley | 307 yd | |
| Amans Worsley | 184 Chaddock Lane, Worsley | 375 yd | |
| Subway Parr Bridge | Unit 3 Parr Bridge Retail Park, Mosley Common Road | 488 yd | |
| Why Not? Cafe | 29 Leigh Road | 854 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King William VI | 5 Commonside Road, Worsley | 210 yd | |
| Boundary Stone | Bridgewater Road | 502 yd | |
| Boothstown Conservative Club | 259-263 Mosley Common Road | 564 yd | |
| Boothstown Royal British Legion | The Royal British Legion, Victoria Street | 795 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | Royal Oak Hotel, Leigh Road | 831 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olympic Fish & Chips | 125 Mosley Common Road, Tyldesley | 150 yd | |
| Lung Hing House | 133 Mosley Common Road, Tyldesley | 150 yd | |
| Zumu Sushi | 129 Mosley Common Road, Worsley | 206 yd | |
| Big Mamma | 127 Mosley Common Road, Worsley | 210 yd | |
| Woks Up! | 41 Leigh Road | 854 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar | 131 Mosley Common Road, Tyldesley | 150 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Mosley Common Road, Tyldesley | 463 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St. Johns Ce Primary School (Closed) Commonside Road | grass pitches | 173 yd |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School KENDAL ROAD | grass pitches | 422 yd |
| Highlea Secondary School (Closed) Mosley Common Road | 450 yd | |
| Gym 28 199B 199B CHADDOCK LANE | health and fitness suite | 473 yd |
| Moseley Common Playing Field BRIDGEWATER ROAD | grass pitches | 510 yd |
| St Andrews Ce Primary School VICARS HALL LANE | grass pitches | 973 yd |
| Garrett Hall Primary School GARRETT LANE | grass pitches | 1,020 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 | 116 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.