Manchester Road is in Tyldesley, Manchester and in Wigan district. M29 8FE is located in the Tyldesley & Mosley Common electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leigh. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Manchester Road, Tyldesley, Manchester, M29 8FE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M29 8DJ, M29 8SA, M29 8TD, M29 8DP, M29 8DY, M29 8QG, M29 8DW, M29 8DH, M29 8DL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M29 8FE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 51.1% | 49.5% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 48.9% | 50.5% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 8FE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52% 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 | 33.8% | 38% | 4.2% | 37.9% | 0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.4% | 52% | -2.4% | 44.2% | 7.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 3.7% | -5.0% | 9.1% | -5.4% |
| Widowed | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
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 (88.2%) 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 | 64.8% | 58.5% | -6.3% | 48.4% | 10.1% |
| Good health | 26.7% | 29.7% | 3.0% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 6.3% | 8.5% | 2.2% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 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 | 8.4% | 10.7% | 2.3% | 18.2% | -7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 11.8% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 19.6% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 6.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 4.1% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19% | 15.9% | -3.1% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.8% | 35.4% | 1.6% | 33.8% | 1.6% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.6% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
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 | 2% | 3% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 2.3% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 95.2% | 88.2% | -7.0% | 81.4% | 6.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 96% | 93.1% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 3% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 93.1% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.3% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.1% | 76.7% | 8.4% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.3% | 13.5% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 56% | 46.2% | 9.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Manchester Road 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 -25.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62 Manchester Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2023-11-13 | £144,564 |
| 64 Manchester Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-12-07 | £156,294 |
| 72 Manchester Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £113,500 | 2021-04-15 | £143,666 |
| 70 Manchester Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2017-11-09 | £105,699 |
| 80 Manchester Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2016-02-26 | £130,794 |
M29 8FE 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 | 132 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Education | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| 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 | 4,438 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyldesley St George's Central CofE Primary School and Nursery Darlington Street , Tyldesley M29 8DH | 3out of 4 | 97 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyldesley Primary School Ennerdale Road , Astley Tyldesley M29 7PY | 4out of 4 | 629 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindsford CofE Primary School Lodge Road , Atherton M46 9BL | 4out of 4 | 1,403 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Garrett Hall Primary School Garrett Lane , Tyldesley M29 7EY | 4out of 4 | 1,404 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart RC Primary School Lodge Lane , Hindsford M46 9BN | 3out of 4 | 1,500 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 | 1,211 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic High School Manchester Road , Astley M29 7EE | 3out of 4 | 2,329 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherton High School Hamilton Street , M46 0AY | 2out of 4 | 2,444 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford High School Manchester Road , WN7 2LU | 3out of 4 | 3,268 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lowry Academy Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 3,787 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 | 378 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Lilford Centre The Lilford Centre , Lancaster Avenue M29 8LN | - not rated | 868 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Tree Primary School Green Hall Close , Atherton M46 9HP | 4out of 4 | 2,287 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Fold School Highfield Road , Farnworth BL4 0NS | 4out of 4 | 4,438 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complete Kindness | 249a Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 260 yd | |
| My Kitchen | 190 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 376 yd | |
| Spring Deer Restaurant | 176-178 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 376 yd | |
| Skenning Bobs | 166 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 376 yd | |
| The Slush Father | 209-215 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 382 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mort Arms | 235-237 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 288 yd | |
| Tyldesley Subscription Bowling Club | 1 Garden Street, Tyldesley | 304 yd | |
| 180 Dance Club | 180 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 446 yd | |
| Tyldesley Rufc | Astley Street, Tyldesley | 531 yd | |
| Cellar Five | 146a Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 611 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden House | 131 Manchester Road, Tyldesley | 174 yd | |
| Frankie's Chicken and Pizza Bar | 158 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 376 yd | |
| The Little Chippy | 172 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 376 yd | |
| Chinese Kitchen Tyldesley | Stour Road, Tyldesley | 487 yd | |
| Rivazz8 | Stour Road, Tyldesley | 487 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co Operative | Stour Road, Tyldesley | 487 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 531 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St George'S Central C Of E Primary School DARLINGTON STREET | grass pitches | 174 yd |
| Unit 7 Gym Poplar Street | health and fitness suite | 575 yd |
| Tyldesley Primary School ENNERDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 599 yd |
| St Georges Playing Fields ASTLEY STREET | grass pitches | 750 yd |
| Shakerley Ce Primary School (Closed) Lancaster Avenue | grass pitches | 941 yd |
| The Pelican Centre CASTLE STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 961 yd |
| Kingshill School (Closed) Elliott Street | grass pitches | 967 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 122.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.