Smallbridge Close is in Worsley, Manchester and in Salford district. M28 7XS is located in the Boothstown & Ellenbrook 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 Smallbridge Close, Worsley, Manchester, M28 7XS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M28 7GL, M28 7XR, M28 7GR, M28 7XP, M28 7XN, M28 7GJ, M28 7XJ, M28 7XL, M28 7GS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M28 7XS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 48.6% | 49.6% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 51.4% | 50.4% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 7XS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 68.1% 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 | 21.7% | 22.4% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -15.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.7% | 68.1% | -1.6% | 44.2% | 23.9% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 4.3% | 5.8% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 2.3% | 2.6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
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%) 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 | 64.5% | 61.1% | -3.4% | 48.4% | 12.7% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 29.9% | -0.4% | 33.6% | -3.7% |
| Fair health | 4% | 7.5% | 3.5% | 12.7% | -5.2% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 7XS this area, 7% 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 50.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.7% | 7% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -11.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 6.7% | -8.0% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 14.3% | -6.4% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 3.5% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 15.6% | 7.6% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.7% | 50.6% | 6.9% | 33.8% | 16.8% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 2.6% | 1.5% | -1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 5.5% | 6.5% | 1.0% | 3.1% | 3.4% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 5.3% | 3.9% | 2.7% | 2.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 88.9% | 80% | -8.9% | 81.4% | -1.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 85.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.7% | 85.4% | -7.3% | 83.2% | 2.2% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 3.5% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 2% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.2% | 7.9% | 2.7% | 5.6% | 2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.2% | 86.2% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 3.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 10.5% | 10.0% | 9.8% | 0.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 1% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.1% | 76.7% | 14.4% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 4.2% | 13.5% | -9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.9% | 37.2% | -16.3% |
| Christian | 60.6% | 46.2% | 14.4% |
| Hindu | 5.5% | 1.7% | 3.8% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 8.2% | 6.5% | 1.7% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Smallbridge Close 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.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Smallbridge Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £1,390 | 2022-08-18 | £1,447 |
| 4 Smallbridge Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £1,665 | 2021-10-26 | £1,790 |
| 6 Smallbridge Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2018-05-09 | £377,541 |
| 5 Smallbridge Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2017-06-14 | £462,492 |
| 8 Smallbridge Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2015-05-29 | £596,928 |
M28 7XS 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 | 137 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Education | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 1,644 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hulton Community Nursery Centre Longshaw Drive , Worsley M28 0BD | - not rated | 2,544 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alder Park Nursery School Cranbrook Road , Winton M30 8LD | - not rated | 3,123 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Park Nursery School Grasmere Crescent , Winton M30 8DN | - not rated | 3,333 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winton Community Nursery Centre Brindley Street , Winton M30 8AB | - not rated | 3,801 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellenbrook Community Primary School Longwall Avenue , Ellenbrook M28 7PS | 3out of 4 | 257 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Brindley Community Primary School Parr Fold Avenue , Walkden M28 7HE | - not rated | 557 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Brindley Community Primary School Parr Fold Avenue , Walkden M28 7HE | 4out of 4 | 557 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mesne Lea Primary School Walkden Road , Walkden M28 7FG | 3out of 4 | 1,088 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mesne Lea Primary School Walkden Road , Walkden M28 7FG | - not rated | 1,088 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 | 1,391 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walkden High School Old Clough Lane , Walkden M28 7JB | - not rated | 1,466 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Walkden Old Clough Lane , Walkden M28 7JB | 3out of 4 | 1,466 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lowry Academy Hilton Lane , Little Hulton, Worsley M28 0SY | 3out of 4 | 1,501 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrop Fold School Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 1,619 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 | 912 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eccles College Chatsworth Road , M30 9FJ | - not rated | 5,110 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 | 1,000 yd | Non-maintained special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ash Field School Walkden Road , Worsley M28 7FG | - not rated | 1,000 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Haysbrook School Walkenden Road , Worsley M28 7FG | - not rated | 1,000 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Inscape House Salford Silkhey Grove , Worsley M28 7FG | - not rated | 1,000 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Delamere Forest School Silkhey Grove , Worsley M28 7FG | - not rated | 1,000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glass House Restaurant | within Salford City College Walkden Sixth Form Centre, Walkden Road | 913 yd | |
| Cups and Pups | 4 Newearth Road | 923 yd | |
| Parr Fold Park Cafe | within Parr Fold Park, Rutland Road | 928 yd | |
| Brew And Bee | 270 Walkden Road | 1,000 yd | |
| Mesne BSC & ASC | within Mesne Lea Primary Schoo, Mesne Lea Primary School | 1,001 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodside | 501 Ellenbrook Road | 460 yd | |
| Ellesmere Sports Club | Walkden Road | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Italian Express Worsley | 10 Morston Close | 643 yd | |
| Wok 2 Go | 11 Morston Close | 643 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Op Ellenbrook | 8-9 Morston Close | 643 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Parr Fold Park Rutland Road | tennis courts | 847 yd |
| Walkden Sixth Form Centre (Closed) Worsley Campus Worsley Campus Walkden Road | health and fitness suite | 916 yd |
| Ellesmere Sports Club WALKDEN ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 932 yd |
| City Road Playing Fields CITY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,029 yd |
| Mesne Lea Primary School WALKDEN ROAD | grass pitches | 1,087 yd |
| Marriott Hotel & Country Club (Worsley Park) WALKDEN ROAD | golf, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,091 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 221.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 34.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.