Thorn Grove is in Sale and in Trafford district. M33 3AA 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Thorn Grove, Sale, M33 3AA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M33 3BB, M33 3YS, M33 3FS, M33 3BT, M33 3BR, M33 3AB, M33 3AE, M33 2DH, M33 3BH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M33 3AA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 51.5% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49% | 48.5% | -0.5% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.1% | 36.9% | -6.2% | 37.9% | -1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.8% | 47.1% | 11.3% | 44.2% | 2.9% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 1.9% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 9.7% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 4.4% | -3.4% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 (87.7%) 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 | 46.5% | 56.5% | 10.0% | 48.4% | 8.1% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 31.2% | -5.3% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 10% | -1.2% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 1.9% | -3.5% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 59.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.1% | 10.1% | 0.0% | 18.2% | -8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.3% | 5.8% | -1.5% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 11.1% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 7.7% | -5.1% | 16.9% | -9.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 47.2% | 59.4% | 12.2% | 33.8% | 25.6% |
| Other | 5% | 2.9% | -2.1% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 5.2% | 4.8% | 0.7% | 4.5% |
| Indian | 6.6% | 7.4% | 0.8% | 3.1% | 4.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 0.4% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| White | 87.1% | 75.5% | -11.6% | 81.4% | -5.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 75.2% 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 | 82.6% | 75.2% | -7.4% | 83.2% | -8.0% |
| European Union | 6.2% | 5.9% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.7% | 14.1% | 5.4% | 5.6% | 8.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| 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 | 81.3% | 75.7% | -5.6% | 83.2% | -7.5% |
| 10+ Years | 6.2% | 8.6% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 3.7% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.2% | 4.1% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 7.8% | 2.4% | 1.9% | 5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.4% | 76.7% | 0.7% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North Africa | 2.6% | 0.1% | 2.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Southern Asia | 4.4% | 1.2% | 3.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 3.3% | 13.5% | -10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42% | 37.2% | 4.8% |
| Christian | 37.5% | 46.2% | -8.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 8.2% | 1.7% | 6.5% |
| Muslim | 6.7% | 6.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thorn Grove 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 -18.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Thorn Grove, Sale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2024-11-25 | £393,409 |
| 3 Thorn Grove, Sale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £367,000 | 2023-11-14 | £400,499 |
| 7 Thorn Grove, Sale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £399,250 | 2023-11-03 | £435,693 |
| 9 Thorn Grove, Sale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2022-06-03 | £332,840 |
| 6 Thorn Grove, Sale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £337,000 | 2022-04-20 | £385,757 |
M33 3AA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 96 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield Primary School Springfield Road , M33 7XS | 4out of 4 | 79 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Marlborough Road , M33 3AF | 4out of 4 | 185 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's CofE Primary School Trinity Road , M33 3ES | 3out of 4 | 887 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School St Mary's Road , M33 6SA | 4out of 4 | 939 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Road Sale Primary School Park Road , M33 6HR | 4out of 4 | 1,011 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 754 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton-on-Mersey School Cecil Avenue , M33 5BP | 3out of 4 | 1,535 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sale High School Norris Road , M33 3JR | 3out of 4 | 1,573 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stretford Grammar School Granby Road , Stretford M32 8JB | 3out of 4 | 2,864 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Health Academy Moor Road , M23 9BP | 3out of 4 | 3,168 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 | 4,601 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 | 761 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Academy Sale Manor Avenue , M33 5JX | 3out of 4 | 2,557 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brentwood Community College Cherry Lane , M33 4GY | - not rated | 3,009 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brentwood School Cherry Lane , M33 4GY | 4out of 4 | 3,071 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pictor Academy Grove Lane , WA15 6PH | 4out of 4 | 3,242 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Off The Hook | 8 Northenden Road | 72 yd | |
| Rudy’s Neapolitan Pizza – Sale | 2 Northenden Road | 83 yd | |
| Linguine Restaurant | 20 Northenden Road | 83 yd | |
| Veranda Restaurant | 16 Northenden Road | 83 yd | |
| Amphora Cafe LTD | 7-9 Hope Road | 88 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| J P Joules | 2A Northenden Road | 83 yd | |
| Early Doors | 24 Northenden Road | 101 yd | |
| Steamhouse | 1 Northenden Road | 113 yd | |
| Kings Ransom | The Kings Ransom, Britannia Road | 175 yd | |
| Block and Gasket | 11-13 School Road | 188 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sajan Takeaway | 14 Northenden Road | 83 yd | |
| Alfresco | 18 Northenden Road | 83 yd | |
| Golden Bowl Takeaway Limited | 11 Hope Road | 91 yd | |
| M33 Sandwich Bar | 35 Northenden Road | 123 yd | |
| Tastebuds (UK) Ltd | 1 School Road | 188 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Late Shop | 4-6 Northenden Road | 83 yd | |
| Tesco | Hereford Street | 398 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 59 School Road | 470 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Curzon Road | 501 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | 25 Washway Road | 580 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sale Leisure Centre BROAD ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 207 yd |
| Sports Direct Fitness (Sale) 20-22 20-22 WASHWAY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 630 yd |
| Sale Grammar School MARSLAND ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 689 yd |
| Sale Fc Rugby Club HEYWOOD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 904 yd |
| Brooklands Sports Club WHITEHALL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 1,023 yd |
| Sale Sports Club ROOKWOOD ROOKWOOD CLARENDON CRESCENT | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,072 yd |
| Dw Fitness (Brooklands Sale) DW FITNESS DW FITNESS WHITEHALL ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,081 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 | 92.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 88.9% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 186.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.