The Crescent is in Worsley, Manchester and in Salford district. M28 2WY 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 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Crescent, Worsley, Manchester, M28 2WY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M28 2GQ, M28 2QE, M28 2AJ, M28 2AG, M28 2AH, M28 2WB, M28 2GR, M28 2NG, M28 2BW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M28 2WY has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 52.6% | 49% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 47.4% | 51% | 3.6% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 2WY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.1% 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 | 29.1% | 32.1% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.6% | 51.1% | -5.5% | 44.2% | 6.9% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 9.6% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 4.5% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 (89.8%) 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 | 57.2% | 63.5% | 6.3% | 48.4% | 15.1% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 26.3% | -4.1% | 33.6% | -7.3% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 7.3% | -3.2% | 12.7% | -5.4% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
In the area around M28 2WY this area, 7.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 51.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12% | 7.5% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 7% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.6% | 11.6% | 0.0% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 5.4% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 14% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 51.6% | 51.9% | 0.3% | 33.8% | 18.1% |
| Other | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 2.9% | 0.9% | -2.0% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 92.2% | 88.8% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 7.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 91.1% 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 | 91.5% | 91.1% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 3.7% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 3.2% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.9% | 91.3% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.6% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 0.2% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.9% | 0% | -6.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.5% | 76.7% | 15.8% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 3.9% | 13.5% | -9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.3% | 37.2% | -4.9% |
| Christian | 58.5% | 46.2% | 12.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Crescent 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 -20.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 The Crescent, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-12-12 | £280,000 |
| 19 The Crescent, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2021-09-30 | £416,962 |
| 19 The Crescent, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2021-09-30 | £414,256 |
| 21 The Crescent, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2021-01-22 | £510,292 |
| 27 The Crescent, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2020-08-28 | £343,738 |
M28 2WY area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
M28 2WY 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 | 145 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Self-Employed | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Information and communication | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| 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 | 727 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadoak Primary School Fairmount Road , Swinton M27 0EP | 4out of 4 | 1,175 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Park Community Primary School Vaughan Street , Winton M30 8DH | 2out of 4 | 1,232 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gilbert's RC Primary School Cambell Road , Winton M30 8LZ | 4out of 4 | 1,892 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorside Primary School Holdsworth Street , M27 0LN | 3out of 4 | 2,133 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Academy Walkden Old Clough Lane , Walkden M28 7JB | 2out of 4 | 1,849 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorside High School 57 Deans Road , Swinton M27 0AP | 3out of 4 | 2,028 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's RC High School 56 New Lane , Eccles M30 7JJ | 4out of 4 | 2,160 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Salford City Academy Northfleet Road , Peel Green M30 7PQ | 3out of 4 | 2,589 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ambrose Barlow RC High School 37 Ash Drive , Wardley M27 9QP | 2out of 4 | 2,821 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salford City College Dronfield Road , M6 7FR | - not rated | 5,293 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgewater School Drywood Hall , Worsley Road M28 2WQ | - not rated | 404 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alder Brook Walnut Road , Winton M30 8LE | 3out of 4 | 670 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Park Academy Off Green Lane , Patricroft M30 0RW | 1out of 4 | 2,284 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Branwood Preparatory School Stafford Road , Monton M30 9HN | - not rated | 2,637 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple House School 546-548 Manchester Road , Haslingden BB4 6LN | - not rated | 2,693 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Delph Restaurant And Bar | 4b Worsley Road | 348 yd | |
| Tung Fong Restaurant | 2 Worsley Road | 348 yd | |
| George's Dining Room and Bar | 17-21 Barton Road | 415 yd | |
| Leopard Pie Pizza | 11 Barton Road | 415 yd | |
| Bridgewater Heritage Boat Company | The Hump Back Bridge | 415 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Barton Arms | Barton Arms, 2 Stablefold | 224 yd | |
| The Bridgewater Hotel | Bridgewater Hotel, 23 Barton Road | 415 yd | |
| The John Gilbert | The John Gilbert, Worsley Brow | 839 yd | |
| Winton Social Club | Winton Bowling Tennis And Soci, Grange Road | 941 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgewater School WORSLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 330 yd |
| Alder Park Primary School (Closed) Cranbrook Road | grass pitches | 566 yd |
| Winton Cricket Club ALDER FOREST AVENUE | grass pitches | 660 yd |
| Cranbrook Road CRANBROOK ROAD | grass pitches | 680 yd |
| Afc Monton off Worsley Road | grass pitches | 723 yd |
| Winton Bowling Tennis And Social Club BROOKSIDE BROOKSIDE GRANGE ROAD | tennis courts | 1,004 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 | 48.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 91.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.