Morston Close is in Worsley, Manchester and in Salford district. M28 1NY is located in the Boothstown & Ellenbrook electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Worsley and Eccles South. This postcode has been in use since 2005-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Morston Close, Worsley, Manchester, M28 1NY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M28 1ZL, M28 1EN, M28 1ER, M28 1ZN, M28 1XY, M28 7XF, M28 7XG, M28 7UY, M28 1ZJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M28 1NY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 50.4% | 1.2% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 50.8% | 49.6% | -1.2% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 28.4% | 35.2% | 6.8% | 37.9% | -2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.8% | 48.5% | -8.3% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 8.9% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 5% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 (89.5%) 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 | 63.6% | 60.3% | -3.3% | 48.4% | 11.9% |
| Good health | 27.5% | 29.2% | 1.7% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 6.9% | 7.7% | 0.8% | 12.7% | -5.0% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 44.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12% | 11.6% | -0.4% | 18.2% | -6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 6.2% | -7.1% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 11.6% | -8.2% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 5.6% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 18.7% | 4.2% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.3% | 44.2% | 9.9% | 33.8% | 10.4% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.1% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 3.9% | 2.1% | -1.8% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 90.6% | 89.5% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 8.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 95.4% | 92.6% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 3.3% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.2% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 92.6% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.7% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.1% | 13.5% | -5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.5% | 37.2% | 0.3% |
| Christian | 54.4% | 46.2% | 8.2% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Morston Close 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. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Boundary Court Morston Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2025-11-14 | £135,977 |
| 18 Boundary Court Morston Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2024-06-03 | £127,856 |
| 5 Boundary Court Morston Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2024-05-10 | £128,480 |
| 9 Boundary Court Morston Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £124,600 | 2022-02-18 | £130,252 |
| 16 Boundary Court Morston Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-01-14 | £139,826 |
M28 1NY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 162 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Education | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 1,840 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hulton Community Nursery Centre Longshaw Drive , Worsley M28 0BD | - not rated | 2,254 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alder Park Nursery School Cranbrook Road , Winton M30 8LD | - not rated | 3,745 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Park Nursery School Grasmere Crescent , Winton M30 8DN | - not rated | 3,942 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winton Community Nursery Centre Brindley Street , Winton M30 8AB | - not rated | 4,368 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellenbrook Community Primary School Longwall Avenue , Ellenbrook M28 7PS | 3out of 4 | 462 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Brindley Community Primary School Parr Fold Avenue , Walkden M28 7HE | - not rated | 873 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Brindley Community Primary School Parr Fold Avenue , Walkden M28 7HE | 4out of 4 | 873 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Primary School Mosley Common Commonside Road , Worsley M28 1AE | 3out of 4 | 1,017 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boothstown Methodist Primary School 6 Chapel Street , Boothstown M28 1DG | 3out of 4 | 1,039 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 , Little Hulton, Worsley M28 0SY | 3out of 4 | 1,390 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's RC High School Parsonage Drive , Worsley M28 3SH | - not rated | 1,414 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrop Fold School Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 1,529 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Eastham High School Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 1,565 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Star Salford Academy 124 Longshaw Drive , M28 0BB | - not rated | 2,013 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 | 1,430 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highlea Secondary School Mosley Common Road , Worsley M28 1DA | - not rated | 1,007 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyldesley Highfield School St John's Road , Mosley Common M28 1AR | - not rated | 1,233 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Inscape House Silkhey Grove , Worsley M28 7FG | - not rated | 1,571 yd | Non-maintained special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ash Field School Walkden Road , Worsley M28 7FG | - not rated | 1,571 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haysbrook School Walkenden Road , Worsley M28 7FG | - not rated | 1,571 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe 55 | within Boothstown Library, Boothstown Community Centre, Standfield Drive | 807 yd | |
| Buffalo Bar & Grill | 1 Standfield Shopping Centre | 956 yd | |
| Shahbaaz Bangla Cuisine Ltd | 13-14 Standfield Shopping Centre | 962 yd | |
| Vesuvio Ristorante | 9a-14a Standfield Shopping Centre | 969 yd | |
| Masons Bar and Cafe | 11 Standfield Shopping Centre | 986 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodside | 501 Ellenbrook Road | 437 yd | |
| Boundary Stone | Bridgewater Road | 675 yd | |
| Maltdog Boothstown | 8 Standfield Shopping Centre | 962 yd | |
| Boothstown Conservative Club | 259-263 Mosley Common Road | 965 yd | |
| King William VI | 5 Commonside Road, Worsley | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Italian Express Worsley | 10 Morston Close | 80 yd | |
| Wok 2 Go | 11 Morston Close | 80 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op Ellenbrook | 8-9 Morston Close | 80 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 6 Standfield Shopping Centre | 962 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| City Road Playing Fields CITY ROAD | grass pitches | 388 yd |
| Moseley Common Playing Field BRIDGEWATER ROAD | grass pitches | 667 yd |
| Highlea Secondary School (Closed) Mosley Common Road | 984 yd | |
| St. Johns Ce Primary School (Closed) Commonside Road | grass pitches | 1,018 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 | 79.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 219.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 34.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.