Muirfield Drive is in Astley, Manchester and in Wigan district. M29 7QJ is located in the Astley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leigh. This postcode has been in use since 1991-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Muirfield Drive, Astley, Manchester, M29 7QJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M29 7FG, M29 7FQ, M29 7QL, M29 7WP, M29 7FP, M29 7EZ, M29 7RL, M29 7WL, M29 7EX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M29 7QJ 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 | 49.7% | 50.9% | 1.2% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 50.3% | 49.1% | -1.2% | 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 vicinity of M29 7QJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.4% 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 | 29.7% | 24.6% | -5.1% | 37.9% | -13.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.9% | 65.4% | 1.5% | 44.2% | 21.2% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 3.4% | 5.7% | 2.3% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 2.3% | 3.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 (87.3%) 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 | 59.4% | 57.7% | -1.7% | 48.4% | 9.3% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 29.6% | -1.3% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 7.8% | 11.3% | 3.5% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 7QJ this area, 9.2% 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 | 7.2% | 9.2% | 2.0% | 18.2% | -9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 6.6% | -10.9% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 14% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 6.1% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.8% | 20.1% | 5.3% | 16.9% | 3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.9% | 41.9% | 5.0% | 33.8% | 8.1% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| White | 97.2% | 93.5% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 97.8% | 96% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 96% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.8% | 76.7% | 17.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Central Asia | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 5.1% | 13.5% | -8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.5% | 37.2% | -5.7% |
| Christian | 63.4% | 46.2% | 17.2% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Muirfield Drive 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.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Muirfield Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2024-10-24 | £418,522 |
| 20 Muirfield Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2023-05-24 | £362,045 |
| 12 Muirfield Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2023-05-19 | £427,872 |
| 7 Muirfield Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2021-06-28 | £493,659 |
| 27 Muirfield Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2021-02-22 | £355,757 |
M29 7QJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 91 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 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 | 4,708 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyldesley Primary School Ennerdale Road , Astley Tyldesley M29 7PY | 4out of 4 | 597 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Garrett Hall Primary School Garrett Lane , Tyldesley M29 7EY | 4out of 4 | 600 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's CofE Primary School Manchester Road , Astley M29 7BT | 3out of 4 | 1,029 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyldesley St George's Central CofE Primary School and Nursery Darlington Street , Tyldesley M29 8DH | 3out of 4 | 1,031 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School Kendal Road , Boothstown M28 1AG | 3out of 4 | 1,238 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 | 1,983 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fred Longworth High School Printshop Lane , Tyldesley M29 8JN | 3out of 4 | 2,026 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lowry Academy Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 3,315 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherton High School Hamilton Street , M46 0AY | 2out of 4 | 3,354 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford High School Manchester Road , WN7 2LU | 3out of 4 | 3,430 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,309 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Lilford Centre The Lilford Centre , Lancaster Avenue M29 8LN | - not rated | 1,757 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Tree Primary School Green Hall Close , Atherton M46 9HP | 4out of 4 | 3,155 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Fold School Highfield Road , Farnworth BL4 0NS | 4out of 4 | 4,708 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noir | 1 Coach Road, Tyldesley | 702 yd | |
| Woodland Adventure Nursery Ltd | Astley Hall Drive, Tyldesley | 712 yd | |
| The Tearoom at Damhouse | Astley Hall Drive, Tyldesley | 712 yd | |
| The Corner Cafe | 83 Sale Lane, Tyldesley | 741 yd | |
| The Gatehouse | Cherington Drive, Tyldesley | 768 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colliers Arms | 105 Sale Lane, Tyldesley | 938 yd | |
| Tyldesley Subscription Bowling Club | 1 Garden Street, Tyldesley | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese Kitchen Tyldesley | Stour Road, Tyldesley | 565 yd | |
| Rivazz8 | Stour Road, Tyldesley | 565 yd | |
| Treasure City | 233 Church Road, Tyldesley | 626 yd | |
| Fey Wong | 77 Sale Lane, Tyldesley | 741 yd | |
| Shan Shan | 79 Sale Lane, Tyldesley | 741 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Operative | Stour Road, Tyldesley | 565 yd | |
| Londis | 67-69 Sale Lane, Tyldesley | 741 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Garrett Hall Primary School GARRETT LANE | grass pitches | 450 yd |
| Tyldesley Primary School ENNERDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 688 yd |
| The Ley Recreation Ground PARKFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,026 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 56.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.