Chapel Lane is in Stretford, Manchester and in Trafford district. M32 9AY is located in the Stretford & Humphrey Park 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 Chapel Lane, Stretford, Manchester, M32 9AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M32 9AZ, M32 9AJ, M32 8WB, M32 9FA, M32 9AL, M32 9FD, M32 9BT, M32 9AH, M32 9AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M32 9AY is primarily male, with 53.4% 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 | 48.1% | 46.6% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -4.4% |
| Male | 51.9% | 53.4% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 4.4% |
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 M32 9AY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.8% 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 | 38.5% | 46.8% | 8.3% | 37.9% | 8.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47% | 23.2% | -23.8% | 44.2% | -21.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 4.3% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 18.2% | 11.4% | 9.1% | 9.1% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 6.8% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (58.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.1% | 29.4% | -15.7% | 48.4% | -19.0% |
| Good health | 23.3% | 29.1% | 5.8% | 33.6% | -4.5% |
| Fair health | 18% | 26.2% | 8.2% | 12.7% | 13.5% |
| Bad health | 10.5% | 11.5% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 7.5% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 3.8% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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.
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 22.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.1% | 23.6% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.5% | 9.6% | 1.1% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 16.4% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 8.6% | 6.9% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 16.4% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.5% | 22.5% | -4.0% | 33.8% | -11.3% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.5% | 3.5% | 2.0% | 3.1% | 0.4% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 2.9% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
| Black African | 3% | 0.6% | -2.4% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 4.5% | 4.5% | 0.0% | 1.0% | 3.5% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.3% | 3.5% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 85% | 79.6% | -5.4% | 81.4% | -1.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 87.8% 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 | 91.7% | 87.8% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 4.6% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 5.1% | 4.3% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 3% | 1.3% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 4.5% | 3.0% | 5.6% | -1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.3% | 1% | -1.3% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.7% | 88.1% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 4.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9% | 9.0% | 9.8% | -0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.3% | 0.3% | -11.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.4% | 37.2% | -10.8% |
| Christian | 60.1% | 46.2% | 13.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Sikh | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chapel Lane 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 -26.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 61 Stretford House Chapel Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £66,000 | 2018-07-20 | £88,135 |
| Flat 61 Stretford House Chapel Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £66,000 | 2012-08-22 | £123,480 |
M32 9AY 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 | 86 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Other | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Matthew's CofE Primary School Poplar Road , Stretford M32 9AN | 3out of 4 | 369 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moss Park Junior School Moss Park Road , Stretford M32 9HR | 4out of 4 | 825 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Park Infant School Henshaw Street , Stretford M32 8BU | 3out of 4 | 875 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moss Park Infant School Moss Park Road , Stretford M32 9HR | 3out of 4 | 880 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ann's RC Primary School Derbyshire Lane , Stretford M32 8SH | 4out of 4 | 1,021 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stretford Grammar School Granby Road , Stretford M32 8JB | 3out of 4 | 1,110 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock High School Selby Road , Stretford M32 9PL | 3out of 4 | 1,869 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Antony's Roman Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy Bradfield Road , Urmston M41 9PD | - not rated | 1,884 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stretford High School Great Stone Road , Stretford M32 0XA | 2out of 4 | 2,238 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sale Grammar School Marsland Road , M33 3NH | 4out of 4 | 3,033 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,419 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Loreto College Chichester Road , Hulme M15 5PB | - not rated | 4,990 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 | 4,712 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 | 1,483 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Audley Avenue , M32 9TG | 3out of 4 | 2,335 yd | Free schools special | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls 55 High Lane , Chorlton M21 9FA | - not rated | 2,464 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Forest Park Preparatory School 27 Oakfield , Ashton-upon-Mersey M33 6NB | - not rated | 2,611 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Vianney School Rye Bank Road , Firswood M16 0EX | 3out of 4 | 2,748 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trafford Veterans CIC | St Matthews Hall, Chapel Lane | 75 yd | |
| Rookies | 3-5 Barton Road | 103 yd | |
| Stretford Soup Kitchen | Unit 69-72 Arndale Centre | 307 yd | |
| eggandco | Units 69 To 72, Stretford Shopping Mall, Chester Road | 307 yd | |
| Sea Cadets Trafford (North) | Bradshaw Lane | 359 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watch House Cruising Club | 1-3 Canal Bank, Hawthorn Road | 372 yd | |
| Souljuice | Unit 121, Stretford Shopping Mall, Chester Road | 374 yd | |
| The Longford Tap | Unit 107, Stretford Shopping Mall, Chester Road | 399 yd | |
| Brew Chimp | 166 Barton Road | 427 yd | |
| St Anns Parish Social Centre | St Anns Prestbytery, 1043 Chester Road | 893 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonald's Restaurants | 1235 Chester Road | 227 yd | |
| Pound Bakery | 47 Stretford Mall | 306 yd | |
| China Town Takeaway | 153 Barton Road | 466 yd | |
| Evergreen | 135 Barton Road | 466 yd | |
| Canadian Charcoal Pit | 143 Barton Road | 466 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | Units 67 To 68, Stretford Shopping Mall, Chester Road | 306 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Unit 5a Stretford Mall Extension, Stretford Shopping Mall, Chester Road | 399 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Highfield Park HIGHFIELD CLOSE | grass pitches | 364 yd |
| Pure Gym (Manchester Stretford) STRETFORD MALL STRETFORD MALL ARNDALE CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 435 yd |
| Victoria Park VICTORIA COURT | grass pitches, tennis courts | 825 yd |
| St Ann'S Rc Primary School DERBYSHIRE LANE | grass pitches | 991 yd |
| Stretford Grammar School GRANBY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,010 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 97.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 328.49 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 328.49 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 38.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 250 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.