Dickens Road is in Eccles, Manchester and in Salford district. M30 0FY is located in the Barton & Winton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Worsley and Eccles South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dickens Road, Eccles, Manchester, M30 0FY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M30 0WF, M30 0FX, M30 0ND, M30 0NE, M30 0NH, M30 0WZ, M30 0UD, M30 0WD, M30 0FT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M30 0FY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.7% | 50.3% | -4.4% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 45.3% | 49.7% | 4.4% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 M30 0FY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 57.3% 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 | 40.1% | 57.3% | 17.2% | 37.9% | 19.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.5% | 21.1% | -12.4% | 44.2% | -23.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 6.6% | 3.7% | -2.9% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 13% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 8% | 4.1% | -3.9% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 30.7% | 46.3% | 15.6% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 30.2% | -5.2% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 20.5% | 14.2% | -6.3% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 10.6% | 7.4% | -3.2% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 1.9% | -0.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.4% | 26.4% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 10.6% | -6.9% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 13% | 0.7% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 10.2% | 7.4% | 5.3% | 4.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 12.6% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.6% | 20.7% | 6.1% | 33.8% | -13.1% |
| Other | 9% | 6.5% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 3.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 68.8% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 3.1% | 1.2% | -1.9% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.0% | 0.7% | 2.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 4.3% | 1.9% | -2.4% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 3.9% | 13% | 9.1% | 2.5% | 10.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 79.1% | 68.8% | -10.3% | 81.4% | -12.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 3.9% | 2.2% | -1.7% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Other | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 1.6% | 3.3% |
In this area, 72.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.5% | 72.2% | -11.3% | 83.2% | -11.0% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 8.3% | 5.5% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 3.9% | 9.3% | 5.4% | 2.7% | 6.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.7% | 8.6% | -0.1% | 5.6% | 3.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.5% | 72.2% | -9.3% | 83.2% | -11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 5.9% | 10.2% | 4.3% | 9.8% | 0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 8.3% | 5.9% | 2.9% | 5.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.9% | 8% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 5.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 1.2% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.1% | 76.7% | -17.6% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Other Europe | 2.5% | 0.2% | 2.3% |
| North Africa | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 24% | 13.5% | 10.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.3% | 37.2% | 1.1% |
| Christian | 39.3% | 46.2% | -6.9% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 15% | 6.5% | 8.5% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dickens Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Barton & Winton 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 -9.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Dickens Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2017-06-30 | £119,027 |
M30 0FY area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 9% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Unemployed | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ Church CofE Primary School Nelson Street , Patricroft M30 0GZ | 3out of 4 | 363 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lewis Street Primary School Lewis Street , Patricroft M30 0PU | 3out of 4 | 366 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE Primary School Barton Lane , Eccles M30 0FL | 3out of 4 | 624 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross and All Saints RC Primary School Trafford Road , Eccles M30 0JA | 3out of 4 | 660 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's RC Primary School Hemming Drive , Eccles M30 0FJ | 4out of 4 | 669 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Patrick's RC High School 56 New Lane , Eccles M30 7JJ | 4out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellesmere Park High School Wentworth Road , Eccles M30 9BP | 3out of 4 | 1,695 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Salford City Academy Northfleet Road , Peel Green M30 7PQ | 3out of 4 | 2,244 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Hallows RC High School 150 Eccles Old Road , M6 8AA | 3out of 4 | 2,786 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorside High School 57 Deans Road , Swinton M27 0AP | 3out of 4 | 2,857 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salford City College Dronfield Road , M6 7FR | - not rated | 3,696 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafford College Group Talbot Road , Stretford M32 0XH | - not rated | 5,307 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maple House School 546-548 Manchester Road , Haslingden BB4 6LN | - not rated | 567 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brambles School 29 Ashworth Lane , SK14 6NT | - not rated | 567 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan House School 207/209 Weston Road , Weston Coyney ST3 6AT | - not rated | 600 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Church Lane , Edenfield BL0 0QL | - not rated | 600 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow House 120 StanleyRoad , Cheadle SK8 6RF | - not rated | 600 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sutai | 92-94 Liverpool Road | 115 yd | |
| M30 Breakfast Club | within Salford Unemployed & Community Resource Centre, 84-86 Liverpool Road | 153 yd | |
| St Andrews C of E | St Andrews Church, Chadwick Road | 514 yd | |
| St Andrews CE School Breakfast Club | St Andrews Church Of England Primary School, Barton Lane | 516 yd | |
| Yettis Kitchen | 299 Liverpool Road | 592 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dog and Partridge | 221 Church Street | 326 yd | |
| Bridgewater Hotel | Bridgewater Hotel, 264 Liverpool Road | 541 yd | |
| Wangies | 303-307 Liverpool Road | 566 yd | |
| Cosmo Bingo Club | 241 Liverpool Road | 566 yd | |
| Stanley Arms | 295 Liverpool Road | 566 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roccos | 116 Liverpool Road | 115 yd | |
| Hoys | 98 Liverpool Road | 138 yd | |
| Godfather | 185a Liverpool Road | 213 yd | |
| Mystery Box | 60 Liverpool Road | 220 yd | |
| Ocean Inn | 184-186 Liverpool Road | 253 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | 7 Irwell Place | 1,014 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 166 Monton Road | 1,021 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi, Church Street | 1,050 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lewis Street Playing Field LEWIS STREET | grass pitches | 406 yd |
| Barton Athletic Club (Closed) Dorning Street | health and fitness suite | 408 yd |
| Eccles Recreation Ground OXFORD STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 424 yd |
| Ivy Street Recreation Ground Ivy Street | grass pitches | 476 yd |
| British Steel Sports Club (Closed) | grass pitches | 499 yd |
| Barton Athletic Club BARTON ATHLETIC CLUB BARTON ATHLETIC CLUB FRANKLIN STREET | health and fitness suite | 504 yd |
| Holy Cross & All Saints Rc Primary School TRAFFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 660 yd |
| Eccles Leisure Centre BARTON LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 737 yd |
| Olympic Gym BRIDGEWATER MILL BRIDGEWATER MILL LEGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 788 yd |
| Branwood Preparatory School STAFFORD ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 861 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 | 130 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 126.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.