The Drive is in Sale and in Trafford district. M33 4JF is located in the Broadheath electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Altrincham and Sale West. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Drive, Sale, M33 4JF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M33 4JH, M33 4FJ, M33 4HF, M33 4EL, M33 4HJ, M33 4HH, M33 4FL, M33 4HX, M33 4LT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M33 4JF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.6% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.5% | 54.6% | -1.9% | 51.0% | 3.6% |
| Male | 43.5% | 45.4% | 1.9% | 49.0% | -3.6% |
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 | 24.9% | 23.6% | -1.3% | 37.9% | -14.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.9% | 46.1% | 2.2% | 44.2% | 1.9% |
| Separated | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 10.9% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 20.8% | 17.6% | -3.2% | 6.1% | 11.5% |
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 | 49.7% | 47.7% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 33% | 3.5% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 16.2% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 2% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.8% | 25.7% | 4.9% | 18.2% | 7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 9.6% | 0.4% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 10.8% | -7.7% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 3.6% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 8.4% | -0.8% | 16.9% | -8.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.5% | 38.9% | 5.4% | 33.8% | 5.1% |
| Other | 4% | 3% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.5% 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% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.7% | 2.4% |
| Pakistani | 3.6% | 5.6% | 2.0% | 2.7% | 2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 95.3% | 80.5% | -14.8% | 81.4% | -0.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Other | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
In this area, 82.7% 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 | 94.3% | 82.7% | -11.6% | 83.2% | -0.5% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 6.6% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 7.1% | 5.0% | 5.6% | 1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 82.7% | -11.6% | 83.2% | -0.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 9.2% | 8.7% | 9.8% | -0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 4.1% | 3.1% | 2.9% | 1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 2.6% | -1.5% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% | 76.7% | 4.0% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 3% | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.2% | 13.5% | -2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.5% | 37.2% | -10.7% |
| Christian | 55.6% | 46.2% | 9.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 9.7% | 6.5% | 3.2% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Drive was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Broadheath average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 84% 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 The Drive, Sale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2021-04-23 | £542,768 |
| 2 The Drive, Sale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £174,000 | 2012-02-13 | £379,930 |
| 4 The Drive, Sale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2006-08-15 | £353,000 |
The percentage of retired residents living in M33 4JF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 73 |
| Full-Time Employee | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyntesfield Primary School Alma Road , M33 4HE | - not rated | 209 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tyntesfield Primary School Alma Road , M33 4HE | - not rated | 209 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Road Academy Primary School Frieston Road , Timperley WA14 5AP | 4out of 4 | 514 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Road Primary School Frieston Road , Timperley WA14 5AP | - not rated | 514 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodheys Primary School Meadway , M33 4PG | 3out of 4 | 590 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sale Boys' Grammar School Moss Lane , The Avenue M33 4NA | - not rated | 860 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ashton-on-Mersey School Cecil Avenue , M33 5BP | - not rated | 1,338 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton-on-Mersey School Cecil Avenue , M33 5BP | 3out of 4 | 1,338 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellington Boys' School Moss Lane , Timperley WA15 6LJ | - not rated | 1,626 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Wellington School Wellington Road , Timperley WA15 7RH | 3out of 4 | 1,958 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Trafford and Stockport College Group Manchester Road , WA14 5PQ | - not rated | 527 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brentwood Community College Cherry Lane , M33 4GY | - not rated | 1,074 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brentwood School Cherry Lane , M33 4GY | 4out of 4 | 1,074 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King School The King's Centre , Raglan Road M33 4AQ | - not rated | 1,246 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafford Alternative Education Provision Brentwood Avenue , WA14 1SR | - not rated | 1,278 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southfields School 5 Raglan Road , M33 4AN | - not rated | 1,292 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curry Cottage | 394 Washway Road | 79 yd | |
| Mama's Cuisine | 328 Manchester Road | 303 yd | |
| Pearl-T | 334 Manchester Road | 303 yd | |
| Pearl-T | 334 Manchester Road | 303 yd | |
| India Palace | 336 Manchester Road | 318 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timperley Taverners | Liberal Club, 43A Park Road | 610 yd | |
| AVRY Clubhouse | 15 Attenburys Park Estate, Attenburys Lane | 645 yd | |
| Sam Brooks | The Manor House, 323 Manor Avenue | 663 yd | |
| Woodheys Social Club | Woodheys Club, 299 Washway Road | 753 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon City | 392 Washway Road | 79 yd | |
| Papa Johns Perfect Pizza | 388 Washway Road | 79 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 396 Washway Road | 79 yd | |
| Caprinos | 344 Manchester Road | 303 yd | |
| Kew Foo | 348 Manchester Road | 303 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 384 Washway Road | 79 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 44 Coppice Avenue | 806 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, Manor Avenue | 829 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Trafford College (Altrincham) Manchester Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 572 yd |
| Woodheys Primary School MEADWAY | grass pitches | 586 yd |
| Claremont Tennis Club Claremont Drive | tennis courts | 665 yd |
| Smith Fields Sylvan Ave | grass pitches | 895 yd |
| St Margaret Ward Catholic Primary School CHERRY LANE | grass pitches | 997 yd |
| Cherry Manor Primary School (Closed) Cherry Lane | grass pitches | 1,064 yd |
| Brentwood High School And Community College CHERRY LANE | grass pitches | 1,074 yd |
| Salisbury Road SALISBURY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,085 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.