Meadow Lane is in Worsley, Manchester and in Salford district. M28 2PL is located in the Worsley & Westwood Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Worsley and Eccles South. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Meadow Lane, Worsley, Manchester, M28 2PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M28 2PJ, M28 2PW, M28 2PH, M28 2PU, M28 2PN, M28 2PX, M28 2GX, M28 2PP, M28 2PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M28 2PL has a slightly higher male population, with 52.5% 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 | 48.8% | 47.5% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -3.5% |
| Male | 51.2% | 52.5% | 1.3% | 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 vicinity of M28 2PL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.5% | 30.1% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.7% | 55.1% | -7.6% | 44.2% | 10.9% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 6.6% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 7% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 (85.2%) 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 | 59.3% | 51.6% | -7.7% | 48.4% | 3.2% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 33.6% | 3.8% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 9% | 11.2% | 2.2% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 3% | 2.4% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 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 47.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10% | 11.6% | 1.6% | 18.2% | -6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.5% | 6.2% | -2.3% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 7% | -6.1% | 13.4% | -6.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 8.9% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 17.1% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.5% | 47.7% | 1.2% | 33.8% | 13.9% |
| Other | 5% | 1.6% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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 | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.2% | 97.4% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 96.9% | 94.1% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 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 | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 94.1% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 3.3% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.1% | 76.7% | 14.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5.3% | 13.5% | -8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.9% | 37.2% | -6.3% |
| Christian | 62.8% | 46.2% | 16.6% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meadow Lane 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 -11.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Meadow Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2024-12-16 | £562,238 |
| 12 Meadow Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2023-05-25 | £607,012 |
| 20 Meadow Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £652,000 | 2022-10-14 | £631,272 |
| 6 Meadow Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2020-05-29 | £421,678 |
| 35 Meadow Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2020-05-01 | £497,818 |
M28 2PL 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mark's CofE Primary School Aviary Road , Walkden M28 2WF | 3out of 4 | 908 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Park Community Primary School Vaughan Street , Winton M30 8DH | 2out of 4 | 1,227 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadoak Primary School Fairmount Road , Swinton M27 0EP | 4out of 4 | 1,644 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gilbert's RC Primary School Cambell Road , Winton M30 8LZ | 4out of 4 | 1,714 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barton Moss Community Primary School Trippier Road , Peel Green M30 7PT | 2out of 4 | 2,344 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Patrick's RC High School 56 New Lane , Eccles M30 7JJ | 4out of 4 | 2,017 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Walkden Old Clough Lane , Walkden M28 7JB | 2out of 4 | 2,083 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Salford City Academy Northfleet Road , Peel Green M30 7PQ | 3out of 4 | 2,237 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorside High School 57 Deans Road , Swinton M27 0AP | 3out of 4 | 2,510 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ambrose Barlow RC High School 37 Ash Drive , Wardley M27 9QP | 2out of 4 | 3,297 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alder Brook Walnut Road , Winton M30 8LE | 3out of 4 | 686 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater School Drywood Hall , Worsley Road M28 2WQ | - not rated | 899 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Park Academy Off Green Lane , Patricroft M30 0RW | 1out of 4 | 2,272 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple House School 546-548 Manchester Road , Haslingden BB4 6LN | - not rated | 2,643 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brambles School 29 Ashworth Lane , SK14 6NT | - not rated | 2,643 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AFC Monton | Monton Amateur Football Club, Granary Lane | 125 yd | |
| Bridgewater Heritage Boat Company | The Hump Back Bridge | 247 yd | |
| George's Dining Room and Bar | 17-21 Barton Road | 247 yd | |
| Leopard Pie Pizza | 11 Barton Road | 247 yd | |
| Worsley Court House Kitchen/Bar | within Old Courthouse, Barton Road | 398 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bridgewater Hotel | Bridgewater Hotel, 23 Barton Road | 247 yd | |
| The Barton Arms | Barton Arms, 2 Stablefold | 338 yd | |
| Winton Social Club | Winton Bowling Tennis And Soci, Grange Road | 623 yd | |
| The John Gilbert | The John Gilbert, Worsley Brow | 742 yd | |
| Egerton Arms | 363 Worsley Road | 976 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Winton Bar | 360a-362a Worsley Road | 1,000 yd | |
| Vojon Balti Sweet Sensation | 343 Worsley Road | 1,000 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Afc Monton off Worsley Road | grass pitches | 290 yd |
| Winton Cricket Club ALDER FOREST AVENUE | grass pitches | 362 yd |
| Alder Park Primary School (Closed) Cranbrook Road | grass pitches | 694 yd |
| Winton Bowling Tennis And Social Club BROOKSIDE BROOKSIDE GRANGE ROAD | tennis courts | 726 yd |
| Cranbrook Road CRANBROOK ROAD | grass pitches | 776 yd |
| Bridgewater School WORSLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 833 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 | 64.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 146.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.