Kittiwake Close is in Astley, Manchester and in Wigan district. M29 7TE is located in the Astley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leigh. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kittiwake Close, Astley, Manchester, M29 7TE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M29 7TB, M29 7TD, M29 7AZ, M29 7GZ, M29 7EG, M29 7QB, M29 7PU, M29 7QD, M29 7AU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M29 7TE has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 47% | 48% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 53% | 52% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 7TE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.7% 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 | 29.3% | 29.1% | -0.2% | 37.9% | -8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60% | 60.7% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 16.5% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 5.5% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 3.7% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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 (91.7%) 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 | 56.9% | 59.2% | 2.3% | 48.4% | 10.8% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 32.5% | 0.8% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 7.8% | 7% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -5.7% |
| Bad health | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.2% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 | 11.6% | 11.1% | -0.5% | 18.2% | -7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.1% | 9% | -10.1% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.6% | 18.7% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 5.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 8.7% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.2% | 17.9% | 1.7% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 24% | 32.7% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -1.1% |
| Other | 3.6% | 1.8% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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 | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.8% | 96.7% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 97.4% | 96.5% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 96.5% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 2.3% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.2% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.5% | 76.7% | 15.8% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| North Africa | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.8% | 13.5% | -7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.7% | 37.2% | -9.5% |
| Christian | 65.6% | 46.2% | 19.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kittiwake Close 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 -17.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Kittiwake Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2025-08-29 | £389,771 |
| 9 Kittiwake Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £382,000 | 2022-08-31 | £419,963 |
| 16 Kittiwake Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £276,000 | 2021-05-14 | £354,428 |
| 7 Kittiwake Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £257,000 | 2021-01-06 | £341,168 |
| 12 Kittiwake Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2018-12-10 | £420,960 |
M29 7TE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
M29 7TE 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 | 149 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 57 |
| Self-Employed | 54 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 50 |
| Education | 38 |
| Construction | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 30 |
| Other | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| 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 | 5,115 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 | 497 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 | 741 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's CofE Primary School Manchester Road , Astley M29 7BT | 3out of 4 | 1,142 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindsford CofE Primary School Lodge Road , Atherton M46 9BL | 4out of 4 | 1,285 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart RC Primary School Lodge Lane , Hindsford M46 9BN | 3out of 4 | 1,377 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 | 1,014 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic High School Manchester Road , Astley M29 7EE | 3out of 4 | 1,742 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherton High School Hamilton Street , M46 0AY | 2out of 4 | 2,406 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford High School Manchester Road , WN7 2LU | 3out of 4 | 2,600 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lowry Academy Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 4,304 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 | 707 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Lilford Centre The Lilford Centre , Lancaster Avenue M29 8LN | - not rated | 1,379 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Tree Primary School Green Hall Close , Atherton M46 9HP | 4out of 4 | 2,731 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Fold School Highfield Road , Farnworth BL4 0NS | 4out of 4 | 5,115 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 | 5,202 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| My Kitchen | 190 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 575 yd | |
| Spring Deer Restaurant | 176-178 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 575 yd | |
| Skenning Bobs | 166 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 575 yd | |
| Yaprak Turkish Restaurant BBQ and Bar | 184/186 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 582 yd | |
| The Slush Father | 209-215 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 603 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyldesley Subscription Bowling Club | 1 Garden Street, Tyldesley | 429 yd | |
| Tyldesley Rufc | Astley Street, Tyldesley | 518 yd | |
| 180 Dance Club | 180 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 580 yd | |
| Tyldesley Little Theatre | Lemon Street, Tyldesley | 586 yd | |
| Railway Inn | 22 Wareing Street, Tyldesley | 616 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese Kitchen Tyldesley | Stour Road, Tyldesley | 561 yd | |
| Rivazz8 | Stour Road, Tyldesley | 561 yd | |
| Frankie's Chicken and Pizza Bar | 158 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 575 yd | |
| The Little Chippy | 172 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 575 yd | |
| Caprinos Pizza | 148 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 624 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Operative | Stour Road, Tyldesley | 561 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 634 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Georges Playing Fields ASTLEY STREET | grass pitches | 401 yd |
| Tyldesley Primary School ENNERDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 405 yd |
| Gin Pit Village Playing Fields THORNCROFT AVENUE | grass pitches | 527 yd |
| Astley & Tyldesley Miner'S Welfare Institute MEANLEY ROAD | cycling, grass pitches, tennis courts | 646 yd |
| St George'S Central C Of E Primary School DARLINGTON STREET | grass pitches | 718 yd |
| Kingshill School (Closed) Elliott Street | grass pitches | 762 yd |
| The Ley Recreation Ground PARKFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 888 yd |
| The Pelican Centre CASTLE STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 933 yd |
| Unit 7 Gym Poplar Street | health and fitness suite | 943 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 | 28.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 25.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 34.65 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 34.65 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.67 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.