Princes Avenue is in Astley, Manchester and in Wigan district. M29 7DA 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 Princes Avenue, Astley, Manchester, M29 7DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M29 7BZ, M29 7BF, M29 7AD, M29 7AL, M29 7BT, M29 7DB, M29 7BY, M29 7DD, M29 7EF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M29 7DA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 50.9% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 48.1% | 49.1% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 M29 7DA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.4% 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 | 30.4% | 42.4% | 12.0% | 37.9% | 4.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.4% | 34.2% | -12.2% | 44.2% | -10.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 13.6% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 7.8% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 38% | 44.8% | 6.8% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 29.4% | 28.2% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -5.4% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 18.1% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 5.4% |
| Bad health | 10.1% | 7.1% | -3.0% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 1.8% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 7DA this area, 32.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 12.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.4% | 32.3% | -12.1% | 18.2% | 14.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 12.1% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 17.1% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 5.1% | 3.1% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 21.4% | 10.6% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.6% | 12.1% | 2.5% | 33.8% | -21.7% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| White | 98.4% | 88.2% | -10.2% | 81.4% | 6.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 99.1% | 94.1% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 4.4% | 3.8% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 93.8% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.3% | 76.7% | 0.6% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Middle East | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 20.6% | 13.5% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.3% | 37.2% | 0.1% |
| Christian | 51.5% | 46.2% | 5.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 5.3% | 6.5% | -1.2% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Princes Avenue 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 been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Princes Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2025-02-20 | £214,658 |
| 18 Princes Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-12-18 | £191,626 |
| 16 Princes Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £119,000 | 2024-04-26 | £127,931 |
| 16 Princes Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2023-12-21 | £65,298 |
| 56 Princes Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £166,000 | 2021-12-07 | £201,327 |
M29 7DA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 69 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Stephen's CofE Primary School Manchester Road , Astley M29 7BT | 3out of 4 | 341 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School Manchester Road , Astley M29 7DY | 4out of 4 | 407 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyldesley Primary School Ennerdale Road , Astley Tyldesley M29 7PY | 4out of 4 | 948 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyldesley St George's Central CofE Primary School and Nursery Darlington Street , Tyldesley M29 8DH | 3out of 4 | 1,633 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Garrett Hall Primary School Garrett Lane , Tyldesley M29 7EY | 4out of 4 | 1,743 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic High School Manchester Road , Astley M29 7EE | 3out of 4 | 798 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fred Longworth High School Printshop Lane , Tyldesley M29 8JN | 3out of 4 | 1,904 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford High School Manchester Road , WN7 2LU | 3out of 4 | 2,278 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherton High School Hamilton Street , M46 0AY | 2out of 4 | 3,280 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lowry Academy Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 4,481 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 | 1,699 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Lilford Centre The Lilford Centre , Lancaster Avenue M29 8LN | - not rated | 2,360 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Tree Primary School Green Hall Close , Atherton M46 9HP | 4out of 4 | 3,739 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Expanse Learning (Expanse Group Ltd) Leigh Sports Stadium, Sale Way , Leigh Sports Village WN7 4JY | - not rated | 5,125 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super Snax Sandwich Bar | 373a Manchester Road, Astley | 219 yd | |
| Miners Arms | 371 Manchester Road, Astley | 234 yd | |
| Astley Coffee House | 364 Manchester Road, Astley | 295 yd | |
| Astley Pensioners + Community Hub | 356 Manchester Road, Astley | 358 yd | |
| Atherton Village Club | 96 Leigh Road, Atherton | 502 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astley Labour Club | Manchester Road, Astley | 240 yd | |
| Astley Community Club | Manchester Road, Astley | 241 yd | |
| Atherton Cricket Club | Eckersley Fold Lane, Atherton | 502 yd | |
| Astley & Tyldesley Miners Welfare Society | Meanley Road, Tyldesley | 915 yd | |
| Astley Conservative & Unionist Club | 90-94 Higher Green Lane, Astley | 985 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astley Fish and Chips | 398 Manchester Road, Astley | 214 yd | |
| Astley Tandoori | 414-416 Manchester Road, Astley | 240 yd | |
| Treasure City | 233 Church Road, Tyldesley | 783 yd | |
| Astley's Sandwich and Delicatessen | 48 Higher Green Lane, Astley | 901 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Ley Recreation Ground PARKFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 210 yd |
| St. Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School MANCHESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 397 yd |
| St Mary'S Catholic High School MANCHESTER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 771 yd |
| Tyldesley Primary School ENNERDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 950 yd |
| Astley & Tyldesley Miner'S Welfare Institute MEANLEY ROAD | cycling, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,020 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 | 76.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 140.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.