Standish Street is in Astley, Manchester and in Wigan district. M29 7BB is located in the Astley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leigh. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Standish Street, Astley, Manchester, M29 7BB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M29 7BA, M29 7TD, M29 8HB, M29 7AY, M29 7QD, M29 8RP, M29 8HG, M29 8RQ, M29 7TB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M29 7BB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 52.6% | 49.7% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 47.4% | 50.3% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 M29 7BB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.3% 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 | 39.1% | 34.6% | -4.5% | 37.9% | -3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.9% | 51.3% | 8.4% | 44.2% | 7.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.1% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 8% | -3.1% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 3.2% | -1.0% | 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 (91.1%) 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 | 57.5% | 59.7% | 2.2% | 48.4% | 11.3% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 31.4% | 1.5% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 9% | 6.7% | -2.3% | 12.7% | -6.0% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 1.5% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 M29 7BB this area, 9.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.2% | 9.3% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 10.9% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 12.3% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3.6% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 27.3% | 12.1% | 16.9% | 10.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.8% | 34.9% | 3.1% | 33.8% | 1.1% |
| Other | 4.2% | 1.6% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 95.6% | 93.6% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 12.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 94.6% | 93.3% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 93.3% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 0.5% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 59.8% | 46.2% | 13.6% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Standish Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Astley 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 -41.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Standish Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-08-14 | £133,581 |
| 1 Standish Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-10-27 | £158,417 |
| 17 Standish Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £113,000 | 2021-07-27 | £138,985 |
| 1 Standish Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £99,000 | 2021-06-04 | £124,518 |
| 15 Standish Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £111,720 | 2021-03-26 | £145,554 |
M29 7BB 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 | 225 |
| Part-Time Employee | 62 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 38 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Education | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 4,963 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyldesley St George's Central CofE Primary School and Nursery Darlington Street , Tyldesley M29 8DH | 3out of 4 | 611 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyldesley Primary School Ennerdale Road , Astley Tyldesley M29 7PY | 4out of 4 | 672 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindsford CofE Primary School Lodge Road , Atherton M46 9BL | 4out of 4 | 1,056 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart RC Primary School Lodge Lane , Hindsford M46 9BN | 3out of 4 | 1,151 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's CofE Primary School Manchester Road , Astley M29 7BT | 3out of 4 | 1,407 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fred Longworth High School Printshop Lane , Tyldesley M29 8JN | 3out of 4 | 798 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic High School Manchester Road , Astley M29 7EE | 3out of 4 | 1,993 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherton High School Hamilton Street , M46 0AY | 2out of 4 | 2,173 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford High School Manchester Road , WN7 2LU | 3out of 4 | 2,709 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lowry Academy Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 4,334 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambian Tyldesley School Shuttle Street , Tyldesley M29 8BS | - not rated | 480 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Lilford Centre The Lilford Centre , Lancaster Avenue M29 8LN | - not rated | 1,146 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Tree Primary School Green Hall Close , Atherton M46 9HP | 4out of 4 | 2,472 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Fold School Highfield Road , Farnworth BL4 0NS | 4out of 4 | 4,963 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Expanse Learning (Expanse Group Ltd) Leigh Sports Stadium, Sale Way , Leigh Sports Village WN7 4JY | - not rated | 5,217 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redemption Coffee and Kitchen | 2 Chapel Street, Tyldesley | 339 yd | |
| Yaprak Turkish Restaurant BBQ and Bar | 184/186 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 343 yd | |
| My Kitchen | 190 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 347 yd | |
| Spring Deer Restaurant | 176-178 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 347 yd | |
| Skenning Bobs | 166 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 347 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyldesley Rufc | Astley Street, Tyldesley | 254 yd | |
| Tyldesley Subscription Bowling Club | 1 Garden Street, Tyldesley | 277 yd | |
| 180 Dance Club | 180 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 333 yd | |
| Tyldesley Little Theatre | Lemon Street, Tyldesley | 336 yd | |
| Railway Inn | 22 Wareing Street, Tyldesley | 352 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frankie's Chicken and Pizza Bar | 158 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 347 yd | |
| The Little Chippy | 172 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 347 yd | |
| Caprinos Pizza | 148 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 356 yd | |
| Market Snack Bar | 7 Stanley Street, Tyldesley | 401 yd | |
| Top Fried Chicken | 120 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 402 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 373 yd | |
| Co Operative | Stour Road, Tyldesley | 671 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Georges Playing Fields ASTLEY STREET | grass pitches | 201 yd |
| Kingshill School (Closed) Elliott Street | grass pitches | 537 yd |
| St George'S Central C Of E Primary School DARLINGTON STREET | grass pitches | 555 yd |
| Gin Pit Village Playing Fields THORNCROFT AVENUE | grass pitches | 561 yd |
| Tyldesley Primary School ENNERDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 582 yd |
| The Pelican Centre CASTLE STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 676 yd |
| Unit 7 Gym Poplar Street | health and fitness suite | 697 yd |
| Astley & Tyldesley Miner'S Welfare Institute MEANLEY ROAD | cycling, grass pitches, tennis courts | 739 yd |
| Fred Longworth High School Printshop Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 903 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 | 140 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 204.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.