Shirley Avenue is in Eccles, Manchester and in Salford district. M30 7EW 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 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Shirley Avenue, Eccles, Manchester, M30 7EW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M30 7AN, M30 7AP, M30 7EN, M30 7EJ, M30 7AQ, M30 7AW, M30 7EB, M30 7AE, M30 7QL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M30 7EW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.8% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.2% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 7EW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.9% 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 | 39% | 48.9% | 9.9% | 37.9% | 11.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.1% | 36.8% | -1.3% | 44.2% | -7.4% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 0.9% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 8.2% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 5.2% | -4.4% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 53.5% | 50% | -3.5% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 33.2% | 0.8% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 8.4% | 12.9% | 4.5% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 4% | 2.9% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 27.1% | 19.9% | -7.2% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 8.7% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 9.5% | -6.1% | 13.4% | -3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 7.8% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.1% | 23.8% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.3% | 27.3% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -6.5% |
| Other | 6.9% | 3% | -3.9% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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 | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.4% | 92.9% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 90.4% 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 | 98.9% | 90.4% | -8.5% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 5% | 4.6% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 90.4% | -7.1% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.4% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.4% | 76.7% | 3.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 2.9% | 1.5% | 1.4% |
| Middle East | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.8% | 13.5% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30% | 37.2% | -7.2% |
| Christian | 57.5% | 46.2% | 11.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 3.9% | 6.5% | -2.6% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shirley Avenue 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 remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -90.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Shirley Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-09-13 | £270,161 |
| 12 Shirley Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £242,500 | 2022-11-16 | £233,218 |
| 3 Shirley Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2019-09-23 | £188,528 |
| 11 Shirley Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2017-12-20 | £299,295 |
| 7 Shirley Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2012-08-03 | £264,474 |
M30 7EW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Godfrey Ermen Memorial CofE Primary School School Road , Eccles M30 7BJ | 3out of 4 | 198 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross and All Saints RC Primary School Trafford Road , Eccles M30 0JA | 3out of 4 | 367 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lewis Street Primary School Lewis Street , Patricroft M30 0PU | 3out of 4 | 598 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beech Street Community Primary School Beech Street , Winton M30 8GB | 3out of 4 | 668 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE Primary School Nelson Street , Patricroft M30 0GZ | 3out of 4 | 851 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 | 1,046 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Salford City Academy Northfleet Road , Peel Green M30 7PQ | 3out of 4 | 1,687 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellesmere Park High School Wentworth Road , Eccles M30 9BP | 3out of 4 | 2,634 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Urmston Grammar Academy Newton Road , Urmston M41 5UG | 4out of 4 | 3,118 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock High School Selby Road , Stretford M32 9PL | 3out of 4 | 3,268 yd | Community school | 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 | 4,523 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafford College Group Talbot Road , Stretford M32 0XH | - not rated | 5,367 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rowan House School 207/209 Weston Road , Weston Coyney ST3 6AT | - not rated | 512 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Church Lane , Edenfield BL0 0QL | - not rated | 512 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow House 120 StanleyRoad , Cheadle SK8 6RF | - not rated | 512 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Maple House School 546-548 Manchester Road , Haslingden BB4 6LN | - not rated | 537 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brambles School 29 Ashworth Lane , SK14 6NT | - not rated | 537 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leaf Bean Pod | 268 Trafford Road | 325 yd | |
| Lancastrian Theatre Organ Trust | The Heritage Centre, 2a Alexandra Road | 467 yd | |
| JP's Diner | 429 Liverpool Road | 667 yd | |
| Sunny Side Up Cafe | 306 Liverpool Road | 676 yd | |
| Yettis Kitchen | 299 Liverpool Road | 690 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patricroft Conservative Club | 1a Edison Road | 113 yd | |
| Dutton Arms | 56 Barton Road | 115 yd | |
| Rock House | 40 Peel Green Road | 223 yd | |
| Kings Head | 535 Barton Lane | 289 yd | |
| Worsley Cruising Club | Worsley Cruising Club, Cawdor Street | 472 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barton Oriental | 82 Barton Road | 115 yd | |
| La Mamma Pizza | 21 Cawdor Street | 358 yd | |
| Chiu's Fish & Chips | 323 Liverpool Road | 606 yd | |
| Popchop | 325 Liverpool Road | 606 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit B, 311 Liverpool Road | 651 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores Ltd | 510 Liverpool Road | 802 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross & All Saints Rc Primary School TRAFFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 309 yd |
| Patricroft Recreation Ground Edison Road | grass pitches | 355 yd |
| Ivy Street Recreation Ground Ivy Street | grass pitches | 473 yd |
| Barton Athletic Club (Closed) Dorning Street | health and fitness suite | 670 yd |
| Lewis Street Playing Field LEWIS STREET | grass pitches | 682 yd |
| Olympic Gym BRIDGEWATER MILL BRIDGEWATER MILL LEGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 714 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Manchester Trafford City) BARTON EMBANKMENT | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 773 yd |
| Vibe Personal Training Studio (Trafford Park) (Closed) Unit 9 Unit 9 Robson Avenue | health and fitness suite | 898 yd |
| British Steel Sports Club (Closed) | grass pitches | 910 yd |
| Chill Factor E TRAFFORD WAY | ski slopes | 1,028 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 | 63.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 181.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.