The Reach is in Worsley, Manchester and in Salford district. M28 3PQ is located in the Walkden South 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 The Reach, Worsley, Manchester, M28 3PQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M28 3HD, M28 3PN, M28 3HF, M28 3HE, M28 3HX, M28 3PW, M28 3LU, M28 3HS, M28 3FR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M28 3PQ has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 50.6% | 48% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 49.4% | 52% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 | 36.4% | 38.5% | 2.1% | 37.9% | 0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.5% | 46.9% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 2.7% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 7.3% | -1.0% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 6.3% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.6%) 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 | 53.7% | 56.6% | 2.9% | 48.4% | 8.2% |
| Good health | 28.6% | 31% | 2.4% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 9.3% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -3.4% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 2.2% | -3.3% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.4% | 14.3% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 7.1% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.1% | 12.2% | -9.9% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 5.6% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 25.5% | 12.1% | 16.9% | 8.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 24% | 33.2% | 9.2% | 33.8% | -0.6% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 4.7% | 1.8% | -2.9% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 93.7% | 92% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 10.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 90.7% 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 | 94.1% | 90.7% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 3.1% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 3.1% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 90.3% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.7% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 1.8% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.6% | 76.7% | 10.9% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.4% | 37.2% | -5.8% |
| Christian | 57.1% | 46.2% | 10.9% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Jewish | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Reach 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 -20.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 The Reach, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2025-03-21 | £311,423 |
| 4 The Reach, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2023-04-28 | £176,426 |
| 1 The Reach, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-04-06 | £240,143 |
| 6 The Reach, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £1,780 | 2019-11-08 | £2,462 |
| 1 The Reach, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2016-07-14 | £277,241 |
M28 3PQ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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 3PQ 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor Nursery School Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 3,090 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 4,350 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ The King RC Primary School Holly Avenue , Worsley M28 3DW | 3out of 4 | 103 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE Primary School Crompton Street , Walkden M28 3HP | 3out of 4 | 206 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE Primary School Heathside Grove , Walkden M28 3NZ | 3out of 4 | 574 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mesne Lea Primary School Walkden Road , Walkden M28 7FG | 3out of 4 | 780 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Brindley Community Primary School Parr Fold Avenue , Walkden M28 7HE | 4out of 4 | 1,414 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 | 973 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lowry Academy Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 1,583 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kearsley Academy Springfield Road , Kearsley BL4 8HY | 2out of 4 | 2,022 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 | 2,216 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorside High School 57 Deans Road , Swinton M27 0AP | 3out of 4 | 3,329 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 | 1,902 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater School Drywood Hall , Worsley Road M28 2WQ | - not rated | 2,791 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Bolton Concorde House , 2 Frederick Street BL4 9AL | - not rated | 3,009 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alder Brook Walnut Road , Winton M30 8LE | 3out of 4 | 3,486 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chatsworth Futures Limited Vicarage Road , Swinton M27 0WA | - not rated | 3,537 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mph Catering | within Ellesmere Golf Club, Old Clough Lane | 529 yd | |
| Roots and Roast | 140 Walkden Road | 737 yd | |
| Cubanacho Ltd | 156 Walkden Road | 737 yd | |
| Nicola's | 62 Whittle Street | 763 yd | |
| Cafe B | 81 Walkden Road | 767 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellesmere Golf Club | Ellesmere Golf Club, Old Clough Lane | 529 yd | |
| The Stocks Hotel | Stocks Hotel, Manchester Road | 777 yd | |
| Walkden Legion Club Limited | The Royal British Legion, Wilfred Road | 890 yd | |
| Unit 21 | 5 Bolton Road | 941 yd | |
| Bulls Head (Wetherspoons) | 12 High Street | 997 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester road chippy | 90 Manchester Road | 383 yd | |
| Jaynes Sandwich Corner | 63 Manchester Road | 477 yd | |
| The Walkden Bar | 24 Walkden Road | 609 yd | |
| Gold Elephant Catering Ltd | 24 Hodge Road | 710 yd | |
| The Welcome, Walkden Bar 2 | 142 Walkden Road | 737 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B&M Retail | Unit 230 To 231, Ellesmere Shopping Centre, Bolton Road | 1,043 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Paul'S C Of E Primary School CROMPTON STREET | grass pitches | 126 yd |
| Christ The King Rc Primary School HOLLY AVENUE | grass pitches | 209 yd |
| Walkden Recreation Centre (Closed) Birch Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 523 yd |
| Ellesmere Golf Club OLD CLOUGH LANE | golf | 552 yd |
| Mesne Lea Primary School WALKDEN ROAD | grass pitches | 807 yd |
| Guildhall At Ellesmere (Closed) Guild Avenue | tennis courts | 856 yd |
| Worsley Running Track (Closed) Walkden Road | 904 yd | |
| Walkden High School OLD CLOUGH LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 914 yd |
| Fives Athletic Football Ground FOOTBALL GROUND AND PREMISES FOOTBALL GROUND AND PREMISES WHITTLE STREET | grass pitches | 917 yd |
| Sportlife Fitness Centre (Walkden) (Closed) High Street | health and fitness suite | 932 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 112.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.