Chester Road is in Stretford, Manchester and in Trafford district. M32 0RN is located in the Gorse Hill & Cornbrook electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stretford and Urmston. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chester Road, Stretford, Manchester, M32 0RN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M32 0QJ, M32 0US, M32 0RJ, M32 0RH, M32 0QG, M32 0GA, M32 0PR, M32 0PF, M32 0PE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M32 0RN is primarily male, with 53.1% of the population 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% | 46.9% | 2.8% | 51.0% | -4.1% |
| Male | 55.9% | 53.1% | -2.8% | 49.0% | 4.1% |
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 M32 0RN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.8% 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 | 54.6% | 54.8% | 0.2% | 37.9% | 16.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.9% | 24.4% | 0.5% | 44.2% | -19.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 14% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 2.8% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
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 | 45.5% | 44.6% | -0.9% | 48.4% | -3.8% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 34.9% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 12.3% | -1.6% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 6.5% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 22.5% | 20.9% | -1.6% | 18.2% | 2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 10% | -8.6% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 12.9% | -3.2% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 13.7% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.4% | 35.7% | 14.3% | 33.8% | 1.9% |
| Other | 6.8% | 5.6% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 2.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 5.8% | 9.7% | 3.9% | 2.7% | 7.0% |
| Other Asian | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
| Black African | 4.6% | 7.7% | 3.1% | 2.5% | 5.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 5.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% | 1.0% | 1.9% |
| Other Black | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 6.1% | 3.8% | -2.3% | 0.9% | 2.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 62.9% | 65.2% | 2.3% | 81.4% | -16.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 74.6% 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 | 77.7% | 74.6% | -3.1% | 83.2% | -8.6% |
| European Union | 7.2% | 9.6% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 5.8% | 4.7% | -1.1% | 2.7% | 2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.7% | 8.5% | 1.8% | 5.6% | 2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 77.1% | 74.6% | -2.5% | 83.2% | -8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 12.9% | 11.7% | 9.8% | 3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.2% | 6.4% | 1.2% | 2.9% | 3.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 7% | 3.5% | -3.5% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.6% | 2.6% | -7.0% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.9% | 76.7% | -8.8% |
| Ireland | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| France | 2.7% | 0.3% | 2.4% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 4.5% | 1.3% | 3.2% |
| Other EU countries | 3.6% | 1.5% | 2.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12.2% | 13.5% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.6% | 37.2% | -2.6% |
| Christian | 42.8% | 46.2% | -3.4% |
| Muslim | 13.2% | 6.5% | 6.7% |
| Sikh | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chester Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Gorse Hill & Cornbrook 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 -15.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 845 - 849 Chester Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £2,000,000 | 2023-08-04 | £2,167,498 |
| 877 Chester Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2020-09-25 | £375,259 |
| 883 Chester Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2019-05-10 | £303,487 |
| 881 Chester Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2019-05-10 | £295,171 |
| 877 Chester Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2018-12-13 | £343,456 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Retired | 19 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 4,211 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gorse Hill Primary School Burleigh Road , Stretford M32 0PF | 3out of 4 | 70 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Park Junior School Davyhulme Road East , Stretford M32 0XZ | 4out of 4 | 771 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ann's RC Primary School Derbyshire Lane , Stretford M32 8SH | 4out of 4 | 905 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Park Infant School Henshaw Street , Stretford M32 8BU | 3out of 4 | 1,065 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's RC Primary School St Teresa's Road , Stretford M16 0GQ | 3out of 4 | 1,166 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stretford High School Great Stone Road , Stretford M32 0XA | 2out of 4 | 354 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stretford Grammar School Granby Road , Stretford M32 8JB | 3out of 4 | 1,483 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock High School Selby Road , Stretford M32 9PL | 3out of 4 | 2,339 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| AldridgeUTC@MediaCityUK 100- 102 Broadway , M50 2UW | 2out of 4 | 2,368 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy MediaCityUK King William Street , Salford M50 3UQ | 3out of 4 | 2,571 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trafford College Group Talbot Road , Stretford M32 0XH | - not rated | 580 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Loreto College Chichester Road , Hulme M15 5PB | - not rated | 3,367 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Salford City College Dronfield Road , M6 7FR | - not rated | 4,746 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,783 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longford Park School 74 Cromwell Road , Stretford M32 8QJ | 4out of 4 | 986 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Vianney School Rye Bank Road , Firswood M16 0EX | 3out of 4 | 1,529 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls 55 High Lane , Chorlton M21 9FA | - not rated | 2,307 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Afifah School 86 Clifton Street , Old Trafford M16 9GN | - not rated | 2,671 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Audley Avenue , M32 9TG | 3out of 4 | 2,701 yd | Free schools special | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Target Community Cafe | Gorse Hill Methodist Church, Wesley Street | 101 yd | |
| Geropolis Greek Street Food | 239 Talbot Road | 204 yd | |
| Crunch Manchester | 235 Talbot Road | 204 yd | |
| Stretford High School | Stretford High School, Great Stone Road | 284 yd | |
| Turtley Wok | 876 Chester Road | 286 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LMRCA Club | 837 Chester Road | 2 yd | |
| Cafe Bar Eight46 | 846 Chester Road | 75 yd | |
| Gorse Hill Hotel | Gorse Hill Hotel, 886 Chester Road | 286 yd | |
| The Quadrant | Quadrant Hotel, 67 Great Stone Road | 815 yd | |
| The Bishop Blaize | 708 Chester Road | 907 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ming Dynasty | 237 Talbot Road | 204 yd | |
| Mash’s Wing Ranch | 882 Chester Road | 225 yd | |
| Mia's | 2a Taylors Road | 258 yd | |
| Bonsai / Smashed Burger | 908 Chester Road | 286 yd | |
| Toppings | 888 Chester Road | 286 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Late Shop | 1-5 Taylors Road | 219 yd | |
| Tesco | Chester Road | 434 yd | |
| Lidl | 750 Chester Road | 472 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stretford Sports Village (Talbot Centre) Great Stone Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 284 yd |
| Nansen Park Nansen Close | grass pitches | 367 yd |
| Stretfort Sports Village (Chester Centre) STRETFORD LEISURE CENTRE STRETFORD LEISURE CENTRE GREAT STONE ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 423 yd |
| Trafford College TALBOT ROAD | health and fitness suite | 497 yd |
| Old Trafford Cricket Ground BRIAN STATHAM WAY | grass pitches | 655 yd |
| Longford Park Primary School CROMWELL ROAD | grass pitches | 913 yd |
| Manchester United (Old Trafford) OLD TRAFFORD OLD TRAFFORD SIR MATT BUSBY WAY | grass pitches | 937 yd |
| St Ann'S Rc Primary School DERBYSHIRE LANE | grass pitches | 961 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 | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 80.6% |
| 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 | 76.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 129.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.