Valdene Drive is in Worsley, Manchester and in Salford district. M28 7HA 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 Valdene Drive, Worsley, Manchester, M28 7HA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M28 7GA, M28 7HB, M28 7AG, M28 7AH, M28 7AJ, M28 7FF, M28 7AB, M28 7FA, M28 7GB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M28 7HA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 50.8% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 48.4% | 49.2% | 0.8% | 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 vicinity of M28 7HA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.2% 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 | 34.5% | 36.1% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.6% | 51.2% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 7.0% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 9.5% | 4.3% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 4% | 3.2% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 (90.7%) 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 | 49.7% | 55.8% | 6.1% | 48.4% | 7.4% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 34.9% | -3.3% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 7.5% | 7.7% | 0.2% | 12.7% | -5.0% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 1.3% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 7HA this area, 9.1% 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 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.9% | 9.1% | -0.8% | 18.2% | -9.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 3.6% | -6.7% | 9.6% | -6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 17.9% | 2.8% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 4% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 16.7% | 7.6% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 52.4% | 48.4% | -4.0% | 33.8% | 14.6% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.1% 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 | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.8% | 90.1% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 8.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 93.2% 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 | 96.1% | 93.2% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 93.2% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.2% | 76.7% | 16.5% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 3.9% | 13.5% | -9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.5% | 37.2% | -4.7% |
| Christian | 57.9% | 46.2% | 11.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Sikh | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Valdene Drive 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 remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Valdene Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2018-09-24 | £518,513 |
| 19 Valdene Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £252,500 | 2017-08-11 | £398,371 |
| 7 Valdene Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £272,000 | 2016-11-25 | £462,078 |
| 11 Valdene Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2016-04-08 | £578,172 |
| 11 Valdene Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2013-03-28 | £535,011 |
| Full-Time Employee | 111 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Education | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Information and communication | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor Nursery School Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 4,287 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 4,709 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Brindley Community Primary School Parr Fold Avenue , Walkden M28 7HE | 4out of 4 | 391 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mesne Lea Primary School Walkden Road , Walkden M28 7FG | 3out of 4 | 651 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellenbrook Community Primary School Longwall Avenue , Ellenbrook M28 7PS | 4out of 4 | 671 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King RC Primary School Holly Avenue , Worsley M28 3DW | 3out of 4 | 1,336 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE Primary School Crompton Street , Walkden M28 3HP | 3out of 4 | 1,563 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,080 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lowry Academy Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 1,367 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ambrose Barlow RC High School 37 Ash Drive , Wardley M27 9QP | 2out of 4 | 3,186 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kearsley Academy Springfield Road , Kearsley BL4 8HY | 2out of 4 | 3,267 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorside High School 57 Deans Road , Swinton M27 0AP | 3out of 4 | 3,669 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 2,505 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alder Brook Walnut Road , Winton M30 8LE | 3out of 4 | 2,944 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbridge College Springfield Road , Kearsley BL4 8LB | - not rated | 3,194 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chatsworth Futures Limited Vicarage Road , Swinton M27 0WA | - not rated | 4,142 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Bolton Concorde House , 2 Frederick Street BL4 9AL | - not rated | 4,145 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glass House Restaurant | within Salford City College Walkden Sixth Form Centre, Walkden Road | 458 yd | |
| Brew And Bee | 270 Walkden Road | 503 yd | |
| Mesne BSC & ASC | within Mesne Lea Primary Schoo, Mesne Lea Primary School | 506 yd | |
| Parr Fold Park Cafe | within Parr Fold Park, Rutland Road | 648 yd | |
| Cups and Pups | 4 Newearth Road | 760 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellesmere Sports Club | Walkden Road | 643 yd | |
| The Woodside | 501 Ellenbrook Road | 964 yd | |
| Worsley Old Hall | Walkden Road | 1,022 yd | |
| Walkden Legion Club Limited | The Royal British Legion, Wilfred Road | 1,031 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Welcome, Walkden Bar 2 | 142 Walkden Road | 821 yd | |
| Wok 2 Go | 11 Morston Close | 1,068 yd | |
| Italian Express Worsley | 10 Morston Close | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op Ellenbrook | 8-9 Morston Close | 1,068 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Walkden Sixth Form Centre (Closed) Worsley Campus Worsley Campus Walkden Road | health and fitness suite | 462 yd |
| Parr Fold Park Rutland Road | tennis courts | 522 yd |
| Ellesmere Sports Club WALKDEN ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 568 yd |
| Mesne Lea Primary School WALKDEN ROAD | grass pitches | 592 yd |
| Walkden Recreation Centre (Closed) Birch Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 876 yd |
| Marriott Hotel & Country Club (Worsley Park) WALKDEN ROAD | golf, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 898 yd |
| Walkden High School OLD CLOUGH LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 955 yd |
| Worsley Running Track (Closed) Walkden Road | 970 yd | |
| Guildhall At Ellesmere (Closed) Guild Avenue | tennis courts | 1,060 yd |
| Worsley Leisure Centre WORSLEY LEISURE CENTRE WORSLEY LEISURE CENTRE BRIDGEWATER ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,068 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 | 60.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 158.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.