Percy Road is in Denton, Manchester and in Tameside district. M34 2DH 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 Percy Road, Denton, Manchester, M34 2DH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M34 2FD, M34 2DJ, M34 6LL, M34 2DF, M34 2BS, M34 2ED, M34 6AP, M34 6JH, M34 2DB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M34 2DH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% of residents 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 | 54.7% | 49.7% | -5.0% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 45.3% | 50.3% | 5.0% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 28.3% | 31.7% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.7% | 49.4% | 1.7% | 44.2% | 5.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 0.8% | -3.9% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 9.7% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 8.5% | -1.2% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 33.7% | 44.7% | 11.0% | 48.4% | -3.7% |
| Good health | 39.7% | 35% | -4.7% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 19% | 13% | -6.0% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 6.7% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 18.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26% | 24.9% | -1.1% | 18.2% | 6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 6.9% | -9.0% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 15.7% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 8.4% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 23% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 18.4% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -15.4% |
| Other | 5% | 2.7% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| White | 97.7% | 93.4% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 98.7% | 97.7% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 97.7% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.6% | 13.5% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.1% | 37.2% | -3.1% |
| Christian | 61.3% | 46.2% | 15.1% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Percy Road 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.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Percy Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2021-06-28 | £251,337 |
| 2 Percy Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £249,500 | 2019-05-17 | £376,676 |
| 6 Percy Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2018-03-16 | £228,673 |
| 3 Percy Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2015-03-02 | £243,504 |
| 3 Percy Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2014-01-21 | £157,595 |
M34 2DH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in M34 2DH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fir Tree Nursery School Mill Lane , North Reddish SK5 6TP | - not rated | 2,427 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinnington Early Years Centre Westmorland Drive , Brinnington SK5 8HH | - not rated | 2,601 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Nursery School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7EU | 4out of 4 | 3,137 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafalgar Nursery School John Street East , OL7 0NH | - not rated | 3,773 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Nursery School Churchill Street , Heaton Norris SK4 1ND | - not rated | 5,164 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greswell Primary School and Nursery Percy Road , Denton M34 2DH | - not rated | 85 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greswell Primary School and Nursery Percy Road , Denton M34 2DH | 3out of 4 | 85 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's RC Primary School Kynder Street , Denton M34 2AR | - not rated | 611 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Central Primary School and ASD Resource Base Duke Street , Denton M34 2AN | - not rated | 637 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corrie Primary School Cemetery Road , Denton M34 6FG | - not rated | 801 yd | Community school | 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 | 357 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Community Academy Taylor Lane , Denton M34 3NG | 1out of 4 | 1,202 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Two Trees Sports College Two Trees Lane , Denton M34 7QL | - not rated | 1,457 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Egerton Park Arts College Egerton Street , Denton M34 3PB | - not rated | 1,458 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Community College Taylor Lane , Denton M34 3NG | - not rated | 1,458 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyde-Clarendon College Clarendon Road , SK14 2JZ | - not rated | 3,365 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Area College Buckingham Road , SK4 4RA | - not rated | 5,216 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashlea House School Ashlea House , 474 Stockport Road M34 6ET | - not rated | 982 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Hawthorns Community School Sunnyside Moss Campus , Lumb Lane M34 5SF | - not rated | 1,806 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Columbus House Bridge House, 1 Stuart Road , SK6 2SR | - not rated | 2,180 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridge House School 1 Stuart Road , Bredbury SK6 2SR | - not rated | 2,180 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Hall School Denstone Road , Reddish SK5 6UY | - not rated | 2,682 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweet Fix Mcr | Sweet Fix Mcr, 89 Stockport Road | 754 yd | |
| Papa Johns Pizza | Unit 1, 18 Stockport Road | 818 yd | |
| Food Fix | Building 12 Tameside Business Centre, Windmill Lane | 825 yd | |
| Blue Ocean | Blue Ocean, 83 Manchester Road | 838 yd | |
| Sapori D'Italia | Sapori D'Italia, 87 Manchester Road | 838 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Jolly Hatters | Jolly Hatters, 119 Town Lane | 57 yd | |
| Acres Inn | Acres Inn, 120 Acre Street | 532 yd | |
| Carters Arms | Carters Arms, 207 Stockport Road | 660 yd | |
| Chapel House Inn | Chapel House, 145 Stockport Road | 676 yd | |
| Fletchers Arms | Fletchers Arms, 445 Stockport Road | 692 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jafrin | Jafrin, 116 Stockport Road | 636 yd | |
| Good Choice | Good Choice, 44 Acre Street | 667 yd | |
| Hong Dragon | Hong Dragon, 68 Stockport Road | 714 yd | |
| Denton Youth Football Club | Denton Youth Football Club, 6 King Street | 753 yd | |
| Loafers | Loafers, 77 Stockport Road | 758 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Supermarket | Morrisons Superstore, Saxon Street | 875 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl, Ashworth Street | 1,034 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St. Thomas More TOWN LANE | grass pitches | 360 yd |
| Windmill Lane Playing Field (Closed) Windmill Lane | grass pitches | 550 yd |
| Jackson Gardens Playing Fields (Closed) Jackson Gardens | grass pitches | 564 yd |
| Victoria Park LAND ADJOINING 100 LAND ADJOINING 100 ACRE STREET | tennis courts | 602 yd |
| Active Denton VICTORIA STREET | swimming pool | 806 yd |
| Martin Fields ST. LAWRENCE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 833 yd |
| Denton St Lawrence Cricket Club SYCAMORE AVENUE | grass pitches | 838 yd |
| Betta Bodies Gym HEATON MILLS HEATON MILLS HEATON STREET | health and fitness suite | 904 yd |
| Pure Gym (Denton) OLDHAM STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 954 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 232.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.