Caldwell Avenue is in Astley, Manchester and in Wigan district. M29 7EA 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 Caldwell Avenue, Astley, Manchester, M29 7EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M29 7NJ, M29 7FA, M29 7ED, M29 7DZ, M29 7SA, M29 7FN, M29 7NT, M29 7GY, M29 7FD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M29 7EA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 50.6% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 49.5% | 49.4% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 34.1% | 33.5% | -0.6% | 37.9% | -4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.1% | 48.6% | -2.5% | 44.2% | 4.4% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 9.4% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 6.8% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.9%) 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 | 50% | 50.6% | 0.6% | 48.4% | 2.2% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 35.3% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 12.1% | -0.4% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 1.5% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.4% | 13.8% | -0.6% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.3% | 12.1% | -9.2% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 16% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 7.4% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 15.2% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.9% | 31.2% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -2.6% |
| Other | 2.6% | 4.3% | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96% | 95.6% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 97.6% | 93.5% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 4.4% | 3.9% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 93.5% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.9% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.7% | 12.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.2% | 13.5% | -7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.5% | 37.2% | -5.7% |
| Christian | 63.2% | 46.2% | 17.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Caldwell 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 risen by about 6.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Caldwell Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £166,000 | 2024-12-19 | £169,846 |
| 29 Caldwell Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-09-03 | £183,482 |
| 11 Caldwell Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-12-16 | £174,725 |
| 36 Caldwell Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £600 | 2021-09-29 | £674 |
| 31 Caldwell Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2021-09-17 | £146,207 |
M29 7EA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 116 |
| Retired | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Education | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School Manchester Road , Astley M29 7DY | 4out of 4 | 342 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's CofE Primary School Manchester Road , Astley M29 7BT | 3out of 4 | 853 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyldesley Primary School Ennerdale Road , Astley Tyldesley M29 7PY | 4out of 4 | 1,690 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gabriel's Catholic Primary School Queensway , Higher Folds WN7 2XG | 3out of 4 | 2,146 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Garrett Hall Primary School Garrett Lane , Tyldesley M29 7EY | 4out of 4 | 2,296 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 | 171 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford High School Manchester Road , WN7 2LU | 3out of 4 | 2,060 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fred Longworth High School Printshop Lane , Tyldesley M29 8JN | 3out of 4 | 2,528 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherton High School Hamilton Street , M46 0AY | 2out of 4 | 3,846 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lowry Academy Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 4,958 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 | 2,436 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Lilford Centre The Lilford Centre , Lancaster Avenue M29 8LN | - not rated | 3,102 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Tree Primary School Green Hall Close , Atherton M46 9HP | 4out of 4 | 4,465 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 | 4,944 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holden School First Lane , Leigh WN7 4SB | - not rated | 5,455 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atherton Village Club | 96 Leigh Road, Atherton | 249 yd | |
| Cart and Horses | 221 Manchester Road, Astley | 347 yd | |
| Astley Pensioners + Community Hub | 356 Manchester Road, Astley | 399 yd | |
| Astley Coffee House | 364 Manchester Road, Astley | 454 yd | |
| Miners Arms | 371 Manchester Road, Astley | 533 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atherton Cricket Club | Eckersley Fold Lane, Atherton | 249 yd | |
| Astley Community Club | Manchester Road, Astley | 508 yd | |
| Astley Labour Club | Manchester Road, Astley | 508 yd | |
| Astley Conservative & Unionist Club | 90-94 Higher Green Lane, Astley | 979 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astley Tandoori | 414-416 Manchester Road, Astley | 508 yd | |
| Astley Fish and Chips | 398 Manchester Road, Astley | 541 yd | |
| Astley's Sandwich and Delicatessen | 48 Higher Green Lane, Astley | 1,088 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Mary'S Catholic High School MANCHESTER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 285 yd |
| St. Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School MANCHESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 379 yd |
| The Ley Recreation Ground PARKFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 937 yd |
| Astley Golf Driving Range MANCHESTER ROAD | golf | 1,007 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 | 173.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.