Acre Street is in Denton, Manchester and in Tameside district. M34 2AL is located in the Denton West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Denton and Reddish. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Acre Street, Denton, Manchester, M34 2AL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M34 3QX, M34 3QY, M34 3QL, M34 3GU, M34 3GX, M34 2AE, M34 2AA, M34 2GJ, M34 2BF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M34 2AL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% 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 | 52.2% | 52.5% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 47.8% | 47.5% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 M34 2AL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53% 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 | 46% | 53% | 7.0% | 37.9% | 15.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.9% | 25.4% | -7.5% | 44.2% | -18.8% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 4.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 11% | 12.5% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 4.3% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 46.2% | 42.1% | -4.1% | 48.4% | -6.3% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 37% | 2.2% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 12.5% | -2.6% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 7.1% | 3.8% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 M34 2AL this area, 28.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 13%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.8% | 28.1% | -5.7% | 18.2% | 9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 12.6% | -4.3% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 17.3% | -3.4% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 6.5% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 19.9% | 11.0% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.4% | 13% | 1.6% | 33.8% | -20.8% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.6% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.3% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.7% | 94.3% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 12.9% |
In this area, 94.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.3% | 94.6% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 3% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 94.3% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.8% | 76.7% | 1.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.9% | 37.2% | 15.7% |
| Christian | 41.1% | 46.2% | -5.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Acre Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Denton North East 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 -41.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 Acre Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2024-01-31 | £165,941 |
| 100 Acre Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £196,500 | 2023-11-17 | £212,438 |
| 54 Acre Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2023-11-03 | £145,950 |
| 52 Acre Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2023-05-25 | £115,941 |
| 52 Acre Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2023-04-21 | £84,336 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 45 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fir Tree Nursery School Mill Lane , North Reddish SK5 6TP | - not rated | 2,816 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafalgar Nursery School John Street East , OL7 0NH | - not rated | 3,108 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinnington Early Years Centre Westmorland Drive , Brinnington SK5 8HH | - not rated | 3,256 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Nursery School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7EU | 4out of 4 | 3,660 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whiteacre Nursery School Romney Street , OL6 9HU | - not rated | 4,994 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denton Central Primary School and ASD Resource Base Duke Street , Denton M34 2AN | - not rated | 108 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's RC Primary School Kynder Street , Denton M34 2AR | - not rated | 238 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Russell Scott Primary School Clare Street , Denton M34 3LQ | 3out of 4 | 678 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greswell Primary School and Nursery Percy Road , Denton M34 2DH | - not rated | 751 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greswell Primary School and Nursery Percy Road , Denton M34 2DH | 3out of 4 | 751 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas More RC College Town Lane , Denton M34 6AF | 3out of 4 | 541 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Community Academy Taylor Lane , Denton M34 3NG | 1out of 4 | 692 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Egerton Park Arts College Egerton Street , Denton M34 3PB | - not rated | 888 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Community College Taylor Lane , Denton M34 3NG | - not rated | 888 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Audenshaw School Hazel Street , Audenshaw M34 5NB | 3out of 4 | 1,498 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyde-Clarendon College Clarendon Road , SK14 2JZ | - not rated | 3,073 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside College Beaufort Road , OL6 6NX | - not rated | 4,831 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 5,459 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 5,459 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorns Community School Sunnyside Moss Campus , Lumb Lane M34 5SF | - not rated | 1,224 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashlea House School Ashlea House , 474 Stockport Road M34 6ET | - not rated | 1,628 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Tameside Alternative Provision Academy Globe Lane , SK16 4UJ | 3out of 4 | 2,378 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside Pupil Referral Service Globe Lane , SK16 4UJ | - not rated | 2,378 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgeway PRU New Century House , Victory Road SK16 4XS | - not rated | 2,476 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tameside Arts Ltd | Tameside Arts Ltd, 8 Market Street | 212 yd | |
| Crown Cafe | Crown Cafe, 9 Manchester Road | 219 yd | |
| Blue Ocean | Blue Ocean, 83 Manchester Road | 229 yd | |
| Sapori D'Italia | Sapori D'Italia, 87 Manchester Road | 229 yd | |
| Howards Bar | Howards Bar, 49 - 51 Manchester Road | 232 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acres Inn | Acres Inn, 120 Acre Street | 173 yd | |
| Denton Liberal Club | Denton Liberal Club, Bowden Street | 192 yd | |
| The Dance Emporium | The Dance Emporium, 1 Bowden Street | 192 yd | |
| Denton Conservative Club | Denton Conservative Club, 45 Manchester Road | 193 yd | |
| Pitstop | The Bowling Green, 91 Manchester Road | 258 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Choice | Good Choice, 44 Acre Street | 1 yd | |
| Canton House | Canton House, 27 Manchester Road | 219 yd | |
| Yummy Fried Chicken | Yummy Fried Chicken, 23 Manchester Road | 219 yd | |
| Pizza Uno | Pizza Uno, 69 Manchester Road | 229 yd | |
| Abduls Balti House | Abduls Balti House, 77 Manchester Road | 229 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Supermarket | Morrisons Superstore, Saxon Street | 327 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl, Ashworth Street | 367 yd | |
| Aldi Stores | Unit 3 Crown Point North Shopping Park, Worthington Way | 596 yd | |
| Wilko | Crown Point North Shopping Park, Worthington Way | 596 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Victoria Park LAND ADJOINING 100 LAND ADJOINING 100 ACRE STREET | tennis courts | 78 yd |
| Active Denton VICTORIA STREET | swimming pool | 159 yd |
| Windmill Lane Playing Field (Closed) Windmill Lane | grass pitches | 445 yd |
| Martin Fields ST. LAWRENCE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 501 yd |
| St. Thomas More TOWN LANE | grass pitches | 536 yd |
| Betta Bodies Gym HEATON MILLS HEATON MILLS HEATON STREET | health and fitness suite | 603 yd |
| Denton Community College TAYLOR LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 750 yd |
| Denton St Lawrence Cricket Club SYCAMORE AVENUE | grass pitches | 844 yd |
| Denton Community College (North Campus) (Closed) Egerton Street | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 886 yd |
| Pure Gym (Denton) OLDHAM STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 886 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 | 97.0% |
| 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 | 70.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 144.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.