Wharf Road is in Sale and in Trafford district. M33 2ZD is located in the Sale Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wythenshawe and Sale East. This postcode has been in use since 2002-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wharf Road, Sale, M33 2ZD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M33 2ZE, M33 2AN, M33 2ZG, M33 2ZH, M33 2NY, M33 2NX, M33 2GX, M33 2AY, M33 2ZJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M33 2ZD is primarily male, with 55.3% 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 | 50.5% | 44.7% | -5.8% | 51.0% | -6.3% |
| Male | 49.5% | 55.3% | 5.8% | 49.0% | 6.3% |
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 M33 2ZD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43% 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 | 51.6% | 43% | -8.6% | 37.9% | 5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.5% | 42.2% | 11.7% | 44.2% | -2.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 2.5% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 5.1% | 11.1% | 6.0% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 0.4% | -7.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.6%) 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 | 54.3% | 59% | 4.7% | 48.4% | 10.6% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 30.6% | -0.8% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 7.5% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -5.2% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 2.9% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 M33 2ZD this area, 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 57.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.9% | 7% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -11.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.4% | 6.2% | -1.2% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 8.2% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 3.7% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 15.6% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 51.2% | 57.2% | 6.0% | 33.8% | 23.4% |
| Other | 5.9% | 2.1% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 61.6% 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 | 1.7% | 7.8% | 6.1% | 0.7% | 7.1% |
| Indian | 10.2% | 11.7% | 1.5% | 3.1% | 8.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 2.7% | 3.3% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.7% | 0.7% | -2.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 78.2% | 61.6% | -16.6% | 81.4% | -19.8% |
| Other | 0.3% | 5.2% | 4.9% | 1.6% | 3.6% |
In this area, 65% 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 | 86.7% | 65% | -21.7% | 83.2% | -18.2% |
| European Union | 1% | 4.2% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 10.9% | 27.5% | 16.6% | 5.6% | 21.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 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 | 85.7% | 65% | -20.7% | 83.2% | -18.2% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 10.4% | 8.0% | 9.8% | 0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 5.8% | 3.1% | 2.9% | 2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.1% | 12.3% | 7.2% | 2.2% | 10.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 6.5% | 2.4% | 1.9% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.9% | 76.7% | -0.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Turkey | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| Southern Asia | 10.4% | 1.2% | 9.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 2.9% | 13.5% | -10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 31.1% | 46.2% | -15.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 12.9% | 1.7% | 11.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 4.5% | 6.5% | -2.0% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wharf Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Brooklands 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 -64.1%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 3 Central 1 Wharf Road, Sale, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2024-03-04 | £159,853 |
| Flat 1 Central 1 Wharf Road, Sale, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2022-04-21 | £144,632 |
| Flat 7 Central 1 Wharf Road, Sale, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £141,000 | 2021-03-16 | £162,187 |
| Flat 1 Central 1 Wharf Road, Sale, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £102,500 | 2016-03-31 | £155,611 |
| Flat 3 Central 1 Wharf Road, Sale, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2016-02-03 | £168,408 |
M33 2ZD 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 | 134 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Retired | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Education | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield Primary School Springfield Road , M33 7XS | 4out of 4 | 355 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Marlborough Road , M33 3AF | 4out of 4 | 499 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's CofE Primary School Trinity Road , M33 3ES | 3out of 4 | 955 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Road Sale Primary School Park Road , M33 6HR | 4out of 4 | 955 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School St Mary's Road , M33 6SA | 4out of 4 | 1,111 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sale Grammar School Marsland Road , M33 3NH | 4out of 4 | 998 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sale High School Norris Road , M33 3JR | 3out of 4 | 1,720 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton-on-Mersey School Cecil Avenue , M33 5BP | 3out of 4 | 1,796 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stretford Grammar School Granby Road , Stretford M32 8JB | 3out of 4 | 2,530 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Antony's Roman Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy Bradfield Road , Urmston M41 9PD | - not rated | 3,165 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 4,265 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Park Preparatory School 27 Oakfield , Ashton-upon-Mersey M33 6NB | - not rated | 955 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Academy Sale Manor Avenue , M33 5JX | 3out of 4 | 2,712 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longford Park School 74 Cromwell Road , Stretford M32 8QJ | 4out of 4 | 3,107 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Islamic Grammar School for Girls 55 High Lane , Chorlton M21 9FA | - not rated | 3,207 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Brentwood Community College Cherry Lane , M33 4GY | - not rated | 3,275 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Num6er | 11 Northenden Road | 226 yd | |
| F F Kitchen | 21 Northenden Road | 226 yd | |
| Sokrates | 25A Northenden Road | 226 yd | |
| Dosa Kingss | 15 Northenden Road | 229 yd | |
| Fortune House | 29 Northenden Road | 229 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steamhouse | 1 Northenden Road | 226 yd | |
| The Railway | Railway Inn, 35 Chapel Road | 226 yd | |
| Slug and Lettuce | 7 Waterside Plaza | 232 yd | |
| Kings Ransom | The Kings Ransom, Britannia Road | 247 yd | |
| J P Joules | 2A Northenden Road | 272 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| M33 Sandwich Bar | 35 Northenden Road | 237 yd | |
| Sajan Takeaway | 14 Northenden Road | 272 yd | |
| Alfresco | 18 Northenden Road | 272 yd | |
| Cast no Shadow | 29 Tatton Road | 280 yd | |
| Indulge takeaway | 19 Tatton Road | 328 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Late Shop | 4-6 Northenden Road | 272 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Curzon Road | 538 yd | |
| Tesco | Hereford Street | 551 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 59 School Road | 581 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 149 Cross Street | 608 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sale Leisure Centre BROAD ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 154 yd |
| Sports Direct Fitness (Sale) 20-22 20-22 WASHWAY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 747 yd |
| Sale Sports Club ROOKWOOD ROOKWOOD CLARENDON CRESCENT | grass pitches, tennis courts | 818 yd |
| Selsey Avenue Playing Fields (Sale United Football Club) CROSSFORD BRIDGE PAVILION CROSSFORD BRIDGE PAVILION DANEFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 892 yd |
| Crossford Bridge CROSSFORD BRIDGE PAVILION CROSSFORD BRIDGE PAVILION DANEFIELD ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 896 yd |
| Sale Grammar School MARSLAND ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 957 yd |
| Moorlands Junior School TEMPLE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,048 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.