Donnington Gardens is in Worsley, Manchester and in Salford district. M28 3FW 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 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Donnington Gardens, Worsley, Manchester, M28 3FW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M28 3JY, M28 3LH, M28 3JZ, M28 3LJ, M28 3JR, M28 3LA, M28 3FT, M28 3LB, M28 3JW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M28 3FW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 51.9% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 47.3% | 48.1% | 0.8% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 3FW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.5% 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 | 40.5% | 48.5% | 8.0% | 37.9% | 10.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.8% | 31% | -2.8% | 44.2% | -13.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 2.6% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 9.2% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 11.5% | 7.3% | -4.2% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 49.9% | 45.5% | -4.4% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 28% | 33.7% | 5.7% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 12.7% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 6.1% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 24.7% | 14.3% | -10.4% | 18.2% | -3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 11.7% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 13.3% | -6.3% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 6.7% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 22.3% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.3% | 28.7% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -5.1% |
| Other | 3.4% | 3% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 3.5% | 2.1% | 2.5% | 1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.1% | 92.8% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 90.5% 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 | 92.6% | 90.5% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 5.8% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.1% | 90.2% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| 10+ Years | 2.5% | 4% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 4.3% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.6% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.8% | 76.7% | 3.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 4.6% | 1.3% | 3.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.3% | 13.5% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 53.7% | 46.2% | 7.5% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Donnington Gardens 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.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Donnington Gardens, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £129,000 | 2014-08-29 | £272,216 |
| 2 Donnington Gardens, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2011-06-14 | £292,421 |
| Full-Time Employee | 140 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 386 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hulton Community Nursery Centre Longshaw Drive , Worsley M28 0BD | - not rated | 1,836 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor Nursery School and Day Care Centre Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 2,763 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater Nursery School Dobhill Street , Farnworth BL4 7DU | - not rated | 3,001 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 3,734 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's CofE Primary School Heathside Grove , Walkden M28 3NZ | - not rated | 155 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King RC Primary School Holly Avenue , Worsley M28 3DW | 3out of 4 | 539 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE Primary School Crompton Street , Walkden M28 3HP | 3out of 4 | 761 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mesne Lea Primary School Walkden Road , Walkden M28 7FG | 3out of 4 | 1,092 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mesne Lea Primary School Walkden Road , Walkden M28 7FG | - not rated | 1,092 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St George's RC High School Parsonage Drive , Worsley M28 3SH | - not rated | 910 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrop Fold School Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 1,066 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lowry Academy Hilton Lane , Little Hulton, Worsley M28 0SY | 3out of 4 | 1,139 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Joseph Eastham High School Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 1,143 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Walkden High School Old Clough Lane , Walkden M28 7JB | - not rated | 1,504 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,091 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South College, Bolton Lever Edge Lane , BL3 3HH | - not rated | 5,328 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eccles College Chatsworth Road , M30 9FJ | - not rated | 5,418 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inscape House Silkhey Grove , Worsley M28 7FG | - not rated | 1,149 yd | Non-maintained special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ash Field School Walkden Road , Worsley M28 7FG | - not rated | 1,149 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haysbrook School Walkenden Road , Worsley M28 7FG | - not rated | 1,149 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Inscape House Salford Silkhey Grove , Worsley M28 7FG | - not rated | 1,149 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Delamere Forest School Silkhey Grove , Worsley M28 7FG | - not rated | 1,149 yd | Non-maintained 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 Cottage Tandoori | Manchester Road | 180 yd | |
| Nicola's | 62 Whittle Street | 214 yd | |
| Lowrys Cafe | Unit 101, Ellesmere Shopping Centre, Bolton Road | 294 yd | |
| Club 3000 Bingo | Unit 212 -214, Ellesmere Shopping Centre, Bolton Road | 335 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 145, Ellesmere Shopping Centre, Bolton Road | 337 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Stocks Hotel | Stocks Hotel, Manchester Road | 170 yd | |
| Unit 21 | 5 Bolton Road | 284 yd | |
| Walkden Cricket Club | Walkden Cricket Club, Harriet Street | 328 yd | |
| Bulls Head (Wetherspoons) | 12 High Street | 354 yd | |
| Walkden Legion Club Limited | The Royal British Legion, Wilfred Road | 563 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Choice Food Express | 64 Whittle Street | 214 yd | |
| Pizza King | 15 Bolton Road | 284 yd | |
| Xotica Fusion Badboy Kebabs | Unit 4, Old Co Op Buildings, High Street | 308 yd | |
| Jaynes Sandwich Corner | 63 Manchester Road | 332 yd | |
| Tony's Italian Takeaway | 5 Memorial Road | 335 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B&M Retail | Unit 230 To 231, Ellesmere Shopping Centre, Bolton Road | 340 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit G5, Ellesmere Retail Park, New Ellesmere Approach | 493 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Unit G1a, Ellesmere Retail Park, New Ellesmere Approach | 493 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fives Athletic Football Ground FOOTBALL GROUND AND PREMISES FOOTBALL GROUND AND PREMISES WHITTLE STREET | grass pitches | 314 yd |
| Walkden Cricket Club Harriet Street | grass pitches | 324 yd |
| Sportlife Fitness Centre (Walkden) (Closed) High Street | health and fitness suite | 344 yd |
| Harriet Street Playing Fields SPORTSIDE GROVE | grass pitches | 424 yd |
| Guildhall At Ellesmere (Closed) Guild Avenue | tennis courts | 521 yd |
| Christ The King Rc Primary School HOLLY AVENUE | grass pitches | 535 yd |
| Worsley Leisure Centre WORSLEY LEISURE CENTRE WORSLEY LEISURE CENTRE BRIDGEWATER ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 649 yd |
| Total Fitness (Walkden) ELLESMERE RETAIL PARK ELLESMERE RETAIL PARK NEW ELLESMERE APPROACH | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 672 yd |
| St Paul'S C Of E Primary School CROMPTON STREET | grass pitches | 741 yd |
| Walkden Methodist Church MANCHESTER ROAD EAST | 874 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.