Harcourt Street South is in Worsley, Manchester and in Salford district. M28 3EN is located in the Walkden North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Worsley and Eccles South. This postcode has been in use since 1995-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Harcourt Street South, Worsley, Manchester, M28 3EN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M28 3QD, M28 3FF, M28 3FH, M28 3GT, M28 3QW, M28 3GN, M28 3RJ, M28 3GB, M28 3GE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M28 3EN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.9% | 51.2% | 4.3% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 53.1% | 48.8% | -4.3% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around M28 3EN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 60.1% | 53.7% | -6.4% | 37.9% | 15.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.3% | 36.2% | 11.9% | 44.2% | -8.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 0.3% | 3.1% |
| Separated | 4% | 3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 11% | 3.4% | -7.6% | 9.1% | -5.7% |
| Widowed | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
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 (91.6%) 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 | 52.1% | 60% | 7.9% | 48.4% | 11.6% |
| Good health | 37% | 31.6% | -5.4% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 8.1% | 6.4% | -1.7% | 12.7% | -6.3% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
In the area around M28 3EN this area, 6% 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 50.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.9% | 6% | -7.9% | 18.2% | -12.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.7% | 7.3% | -12.4% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 11% | -6.3% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 4.7% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 18.7% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 26% | 50.7% | 24.7% | 33.8% | 16.9% |
| Other | 6.9% | 1.7% | -5.2% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 70.4% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 4.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% | 0.7% | 2.0% |
| Indian | 2.4% | 3.2% | 0.8% | 3.1% | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 3.9% | 3.4% | 1.6% | 2.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 10.8% | 10.8% | 2.5% | 8.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 89.1% | 70.4% | -18.7% | 81.4% | -11.0% |
| Other | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 73.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91% | 73.1% | -17.9% | 83.2% | -10.1% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 6.1% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 8.3% | 8.3% | 2.7% | 5.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.2% | 6.6% | 0.4% | 5.6% | 1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91% | 73.5% | -17.5% | 83.2% | -9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 10.8% | 9.9% | 9.8% | 1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 8.8% | 8.3% | 2.9% | 5.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 4.9% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 2% | -3.7% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71% | 76.7% | -5.7% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Spain | 2% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.2% | 37.2% | 10.0% |
| Christian | 42% | 46.2% | -4.2% |
| Hindu | 3.7% | 1.7% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 4.2% | 6.5% | -2.3% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harcourt Street South was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Walkden North 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 risen by about 4.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amelia House Harcourt Street South, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2014-12-10 | £418,605 |
| Amelia House Harcourt Street South, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2014-12-10 | £418,605 |
| Full-Time Employee | 188 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Retired | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor Nursery School Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 1,835 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 2,676 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | 4out of 4 | 5,070 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Walkden Primary School Worsley Road North , Walkden M28 3QD | 3out of 4 | 43 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater Primary School Bridgewater Street , Little Hulton M38 9WD | 4out of 4 | 844 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's RC Primary School Queen Street , Little Hulton M38 0WH | 3out of 4 | 1,071 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Alexandra Street , Farnworth BL4 9JT | 4out of 4 | 1,203 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE Primary School Heathside Grove , Walkden M28 3NZ | 3out of 4 | 1,209 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kearsley Academy Springfield Road , Kearsley BL4 8HY | 2out of 4 | 1,136 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lowry Academy Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 1,617 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James's Church of England High School Lucas Road , Farnworth BL4 9RU | 4out of 4 | 1,806 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harper Green School Harper Green Road , Farnworth BL4 0DH | 2out of 4 | 2,126 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Walkden Old Clough Lane , Walkden M28 7JB | 2out of 4 | 2,718 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodbridge College Springfield Road , Kearsley BL4 8LB | - not rated | 1,253 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Bolton Concorde House , 2 Frederick Street BL4 9AL | - not rated | 1,614 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Fold School Highfield Road , Farnworth BL4 0NS | 4out of 4 | 2,676 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord's School Brooklyn , Green Lane BL3 2EF | - not rated | 3,434 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Raise Education and Wellbeing School 54-56 Holmeswood Road , Great Lever BL3 3HS | - not rated | 4,086 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacobs Butty Bar | 130 Worsley Road North | 191 yd | |
| Libby's Diner | 38 Worsley Road North | 217 yd | |
| St John (Ellesmere) Community | St Johns Community Centre, 10 Algernon Road | 394 yd | |
| Thira Restaurant | 69 Worsley Road | 723 yd | |
| Total Fitness UK Ltd | Units 6 And 8, Ellesmere Retail Park, New Ellesmere Approach | 781 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vulcan Inn | 94 Worsley Road North | 191 yd | |
| Walkden Cricket Club | Walkden Cricket Club, Harriet Street | 857 yd | |
| Bridgewater Hotel | 27 Buckley Lane | 999 yd | |
| Farnworth Social Circle | Piggott Street | 1,085 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Li Wah Fish & Chips | 56 Worsley Road North | 217 yd | |
| Roccos Dessert | 212 Bolton Road | 587 yd | |
| Spice Zone | 228 Bolton Road | 614 yd | |
| Candy Retreat | 230 Bolton Road | 614 yd | |
| Walkden Pizza and Kebab Express | 142-144 Bolton Road | 794 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Unit G5, Ellesmere Retail Park, New Ellesmere Approach | 892 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Unit G1a, Ellesmere Retail Park, New Ellesmere Approach | 892 yd | |
| Tesco | Longcauseway | 981 yd | |
| B&M Retail | Unit 230 To 231, Ellesmere Shopping Centre, Bolton Road | 1,043 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fitness (Walkden) ELLESMERE RETAIL PARK ELLESMERE RETAIL PARK NEW ELLESMERE APPROACH | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 690 yd |
| Harriet Street Playing Fields SPORTSIDE GROVE | grass pitches | 779 yd |
| Walkden Cricket Club Harriet Street | grass pitches | 861 yd |
| Fives Athletic Football Ground FOOTBALL GROUND AND PREMISES FOOTBALL GROUND AND PREMISES WHITTLE STREET | grass pitches | 874 yd |
| Bradford Street Park BRADFORD STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,044 yd |
| St. Edmund'S Rc Primary School QUEEN STREET | artificial grass pitch | 1,053 yd |
| Kearsley Academy Leisure Centre Springfield Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,062 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 | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.