Water Street is in Manchester and in Manchester district. M3 4JD is located in the Hulme electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Manchester Central. This postcode has been in use since 2006-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Water Street, Manchester, M3 4JD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M3 4JE, M3 4JU, M3 4JA, M5 4SU, M5 4SY, M15 4LE, M15 4GQ, M15 4GR, M5 4TA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M3 4JD has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 44.1% | 47.6% | 3.5% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 55.9% | 52.4% | -3.5% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around M3 4JD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 88.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 90.5% | 88.6% | -1.9% | 37.9% | 50.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 7.3% | 6.9% | -0.4% | 44.2% | -37.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 1.4% | 3.1% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -6.0% |
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 (95.5%) 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 | 66.7% | 60.1% | -6.6% | 48.4% | 11.7% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 35.4% | 5.7% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 3.2% | 4.5% | 1.3% | 12.7% | -8.2% |
| Bad health | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
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.
In the area around M3 4JD this area, 0.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 88.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 2.7% | 0.7% | -2.0% | 18.2% | -17.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 9.6% | -9.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 3.2% | 2.4% | -0.8% | 13.4% | -11.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -5.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 7.3% | -3.6% | 16.9% | -9.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 78.2% | 88.2% | 10.0% | 33.8% | 54.4% |
| Other | 2.3% | 0.7% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.9% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 89.6% | 88% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 6.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 84.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.2% | 84.1% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 0.9% |
| European Union | 8.1% | 9.3% | 1.2% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.5% | 3.1% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.2% | 83.8% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 0.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.7% | 5.5% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 5% | 3.4% | -1.6% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 5% | 5.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 3.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 1.4% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.1% | 76.7% | 8.4% |
| Ireland | 3.5% | 0.6% | 2.9% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.8% | 1.5% | 1.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 71.5% | 37.2% | 34.3% |
| Christian | 20.1% | 46.2% | -26.1% |
| Hindu | 2.8% | 1.7% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Water Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Hulme average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment 165 187 Water Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £227,500 | 2025-05-27 | £236,817 |
| Apartment 154 187 Water Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2025-05-02 | £239,419 |
| Apartment 141 187 Water Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £152,500 | 2025-02-21 | £160,735 |
| Apartment 147 187 Water Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-11-08 | £249,591 |
| Apartment 150 187 Water Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-09-13 | £159,374 |
M3 4JD 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 | 223 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Retired | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 44 |
| Education | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Information and communication | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martenscroft Nursery School & Children's Centre 33 Epping Street , Hulme M15 6PA | 4out of 4 | 1,853 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Collyhurst Nursery School Teignmouth Avenue , Collyhurst M40 7QD | 4out of 4 | 4,043 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primrose Hill Primary School and Children's Centre Phoebe Street , Ordsall M5 3PJ | 2out of 4 | 936 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip's CofE Primary School St. Philip's C.E. Primary School , M3 5LF | 3out of 4 | 987 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC Primary School Birchvale Close , M15 5BJ | 3out of 4 | 1,031 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC Primary School St Joseph's Drive , Ordsall M5 3JP | 2out of 4 | 1,039 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Trafford Community Academy Malvern Street , Old Trafford M15 4FL | 3out of 4 | 1,094 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Academy MediaCityUK King William Street , Salford M50 3UQ | 3out of 4 | 1,379 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity CofE High School Higher Cambridge Street , M15 6HP | 4out of 4 | 2,112 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| AldridgeUTC@MediaCityUK 100- 102 Broadway , M50 2UW | 2out of 4 | 2,312 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Albion Academy 1 London Street , M6 6QT | 2out of 4 | 2,687 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Academy Moss Lane East , Moss Side M14 4PX | 2out of 4 | 2,924 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loreto College Chichester Road , Hulme M15 5PB | - not rated | 1,621 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafford College Group Talbot Road , Stretford M32 0XH | - not rated | 2,758 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Salford City College Dronfield Road , M6 7FR | - not rated | 3,789 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Xaverian College Lower Park Road , M14 5RB | - not rated | 3,797 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Connell Coop College 301 Alan Turing Way , M11 3BS | - not rated | 5,217 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Hulme's Grammar School Spring Bridge Road , M16 8PR | 3out of 4 | 3,624 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abraham Moss Community School Crescent Road , Crumpsall M8 5UF | 3out of 4 | 5,027 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Salford The Old Fire Station , M5 4WT | - not rated | 1,229 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Afifah School 86 Clifton Street , Old Trafford M16 9GN | - not rated | 1,471 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey College Manchester 5-7 Cheapside , Off King Street M2 4WG | - not rated | 1,718 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Manchester Metropolitan University All Saints Building , Oxford Road M15 6BH | - not rated | 1,854 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| IncludEd 8 Alexandra Road South , Whalley Range M16 8ER | - not rated | 1,955 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plantisserie UK | within Makers Quarter, 16 Worrall Street | 391 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Costa Coffee, Regents Park, Ordsall Lane | 499 yd | |
| Xpress Pizza | 295 Chester Road | 501 yd | |
| Parlour Vapes | 285 Chester Road | 501 yd | |
| Bar Eight | Unit 1, Castle Quay, Chester Road | 515 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvesnor Casino | Grosvenor Casino, 5 Derwent Street | 205 yd | |
| The Banyan Tree | Unit 3, Moho Building, Ellesmere Street | 259 yd | |
| Brunning and Price | The Wharf, 6 Slate Wharf | 456 yd | |
| Bricklayers Arms | Bricklayers Arms, 146-148 Ordsall Lane | 457 yd | |
| Welcome Inn | Welcome Inn, Robert Hall Street | 576 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Devildog Sauces | Ground Floor Pod 3, Makers Quarter, 16 Worrall Street | 471 yd | |
| Gordons Kitchen | 293 Chester Road | 501 yd | |
| Suya Republick and Grill | 303 Chester Road | 501 yd | |
| Katsu Dojo; Area 51 | Unit E, 32-34 Duncan Street | 718 yd | |
| City Desserts | Unit A, 32-34 Duncan Street | 735 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | Unit 1 Bridgewater Point, Ordsall Lane | 403 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Unit D2, 42 Regents Park, Ordsall Lane | 488 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 100 Regent Road | 522 yd | |
| Co-Operative Food Group Limited | Unit 1, 1 Lockgate Square | 678 yd | |
| Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd | Unit C, 6 Stanley Street | 1,052 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Club Urban (Closed) Timber Wharf Timber Wharf Worsley Street | health and fitness suite | 173 yd |
| Jd Gyms (Salford) ORDSALL LANE | health and fitness suite | 478 yd |
| Y Club Manchester CASTLEFIELD HOTEL CASTLEFIELD HOTEL LIVERPOOL ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 547 yd |
| Barrack Park ST. GEORGES AVENUE | grass pitches | 672 yd |
| Hulme Park ST. NICHOLAS ROAD | grass pitches | 856 yd |
| Achieves Fitness (Closed) Unit 5 Unit 5 Oldfield Road | health and fitness suite | 892 yd |
| Livingwell Health Club (Manchester Deansgate) DEANSGATE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 925 yd |
| St Wilfrid'S Rc Primary School ST WILFRIDS RC PRIMARY SCHOOL ST WILFRIDS RC PRIMARY SCHOOL ST WILFRID'S STREET | grass pitches | 945 yd |
| Bannatyne Health Club (Manchester Quay Street) SUNLIGHT HOUSE SUNLIGHT HOUSE QUAY STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,075 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 197.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 185.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.