Penketh Avenue is in Astley, Manchester and in Wigan district. M29 7DS 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 Penketh Avenue, Astley, Manchester, M29 7DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M29 7BS, M29 7BR, M29 7RR, M29 7DQ, M29 7RW, M29 7GP, M29 7DG, M29 7RT, M29 7GL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M29 7DS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 50.2% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 49.7% | 49.8% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 22.9% | 34.4% | 11.5% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.9% | 46.9% | -13.0% | 44.2% | 2.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 8% | 9.4% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 8% | 7.3% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.4% | 55% | 8.6% | 48.4% | 6.6% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 30% | -2.9% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 11.3% | -5.5% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 24.8% | 11.7% | -13.1% | 18.2% | -6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 6.4% | -5.4% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 19.7% | 4.8% | 13.4% | 6.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.6% | 6.4% | -1.2% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 19.7% | 10.5% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.8% | 36.2% | 6.4% | 33.8% | 2.4% |
| Other | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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 | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.4% | 95.8% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Other | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 93.7% 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 | 96.1% | 93.7% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 2% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 94.1% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92% | 76.7% | 15.3% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 5.5% | 13.5% | -8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.8% | 37.2% | -7.4% |
| Christian | 62.1% | 46.2% | 15.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Penketh 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 -33.3%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Penketh Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2023-01-20 | £267,500 |
| 18 Penketh Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2021-08-23 | £300,351 |
| 16 Penketh Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2021-07-16 | £248,098 |
| 5 Penketh Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2020-09-07 | £247,685 |
| 8 Penketh Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £177,000 | 2019-09-26 | £267,123 |
M29 7DS 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 | 75 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Education | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 103 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School Manchester Road , Astley M29 7DY | 4out of 4 | 545 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyldesley Primary School Ennerdale Road , Astley Tyldesley M29 7PY | 4out of 4 | 1,006 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Garrett Hall Primary School Garrett Lane , Tyldesley M29 7EY | 4out of 4 | 1,483 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School Kendal Road , Boothstown M28 1AG | 3out of 4 | 1,660 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 939 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fred Longworth High School Printshop Lane , Tyldesley M29 8JN | 3out of 4 | 2,215 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford High School Manchester Road , WN7 2LU | 3out of 4 | 2,637 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherton High School Hamilton Street , M46 0AY | 2out of 4 | 3,607 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lowry Academy Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 4,181 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 | 1,867 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Lilford Centre The Lilford Centre , Lancaster Avenue M29 8LN | - not rated | 2,494 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Tree Primary School Green Hall Close , Atherton M46 9HP | 4out of 4 | 3,905 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulls Head | 504 Manchester Road, Astley | 190 yd | |
| Super Snax Sandwich Bar | 373a Manchester Road, Astley | 353 yd | |
| Miners Arms | 371 Manchester Road, Astley | 380 yd | |
| Woodland Adventure Nursery Ltd | Astley Hall Drive, Tyldesley | 453 yd | |
| The Tearoom at Damhouse | Astley Hall Drive, Tyldesley | 453 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astley Labour Club | Manchester Road, Astley | 456 yd | |
| Astley Community Club | Manchester Road, Astley | 456 yd | |
| Astley Conservative & Unionist Club | 90-94 Higher Green Lane, Astley | 604 yd | |
| Atherton Cricket Club | Eckersley Fold Lane, Atherton | 637 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astley Fish and Chips | 398 Manchester Road, Astley | 401 yd | |
| Astley Tandoori | 414-416 Manchester Road, Astley | 456 yd | |
| Treasure City | 233 Church Road, Tyldesley | 486 yd | |
| Astley's Sandwich and Delicatessen | 48 Higher Green Lane, Astley | 489 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Ley Recreation Ground PARKFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 380 yd |
| St. Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School MANCHESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 618 yd |
| Ellesmere Street Playing Fields ELLESMERE STREET | grass pitches | 761 yd |
| St Mary'S Catholic High School MANCHESTER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 969 yd |
| Tyldesley Primary School ENNERDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,045 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 | 167.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.