Town Lane is in Denton, Manchester and in Tameside district. M34 2DN 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 Town Lane, Denton, Manchester, M34 2DN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M34 2DW, M34 2DU, M34 2DS, M34 2EB, M34 2DT, M34 2FB, M34 2FE, M34 2FA, M34 2EA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M34 2DN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54% 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 | 54.4% | 54% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 3.0% |
| Male | 45.6% | 46% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -3.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of M34 2DN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.3% | 29% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -8.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.7% | 58.7% | -2.0% | 44.2% | 14.5% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 4.6% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -4.5% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 6.9% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 42% | 49.5% | 7.5% | 48.4% | 1.1% |
| Good health | 38.8% | 34.4% | -4.4% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 11.6% | -1.1% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 2.6% | -2.6% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 21% | 15.7% | -5.3% | 18.2% | -2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 8.8% | -6.1% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 18.4% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.4% | 10.7% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 5.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 18.8% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.6% | 23.8% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -10.0% |
| Other | 5.7% | 3.8% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.7% | 93.3% | -4.4% | 81.4% | 11.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 99% | 97.1% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 97.1% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.5% | 76.7% | 16.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 5.5% | 13.5% | -8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.4% | 37.2% | -7.8% |
| Christian | 65.5% | 46.2% | 19.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Town Lane 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 stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 202 Town Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2025-03-14 | £253,762 |
| 210 Town Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2021-12-10 | £704,758 |
| 204 Town Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-03-26 | £229,016 |
| 192 Town Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2019-04-12 | £230,014 |
| 152 Town Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2018-06-15 | £257,803 |
M34 2DN 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in M34 2DN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reddish Vale Nursery School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7EU | 4out of 4 | 2,753 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 | 3out of 4 | 367 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's RC Primary School Kynder Street , Denton M34 2AR | 4out of 4 | 965 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Corrie Primary School Cemetery Road , Denton M34 6FG | 3out of 4 | 1,053 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Russell Scott Primary School Clare Street , Denton M34 3LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,510 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Green Primary Academy Mancunian Road , Haughton Green M34 7NS | 3out of 4 | 1,582 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 | 753 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Community College Taylor Lane , Denton M34 3NG | 3out of 4 | 1,586 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Audenshaw School Hazel Street , Audenshaw M34 5NB | 3out of 4 | 2,297 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Reddish Vale High School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7HD | 1out of 4 | 2,473 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wright Robinson College Abbey Hey Lane , Gorton M18 8RL | - not rated | 3,035 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTE Group Whitworth House , Whitworth St M11 2WH | - not rated | 5,408 yd | Further education | Yes | 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 | 947 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Hope School Crosses Farm, , Moss Lane PR4 0HP | - not rated | 2,051 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jefferson House The Old Vicarage , Darnhall School Lane CW7 1JT | - not rated | 2,051 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Austen House Swineherd Farm , Cobcastle Road BB4 5TS | - not rated | 2,051 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Retreat Ercall Heath , Telford Tf6 6pn | - not rated | 2,051 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food Fix | Building 12 Tameside Business Centre, Windmill Lane | 829 yd | |
| Dogs Trust Manchester (Cafe) | Dogs Trust Manchester (Cafe), Parkway | 945 yd | |
| Gym Life Manchester | Unit 12 Heaton Mill, Heaton Street | 982 yd | |
| Tameside Wellness Centre | Tameside Wellness Centre, Lance Corporal Andrew Breeze Way | 1,027 yd | |
| Blue Ocean | Blue Ocean, 83 Manchester Road | 1,050 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Jolly Hatters | Jolly Hatters, 119 Town Lane | 304 yd | |
| Fletchers Arms | Fletchers Arms, 445 Stockport Road | 704 yd | |
| Acres Inn | Acres Inn, 120 Acre Street | 814 yd | |
| Carters Arms | Carters Arms, 207 Stockport Road | 971 yd | |
| Chapel House Inn | Chapel House, 145 Stockport Road | 989 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Choice | Good Choice, 44 Acre Street | 921 yd | |
| Jafrin | Jafrin, 116 Stockport Road | 943 yd | |
| Hong Dragon | Hong Dragon, 68 Stockport Road | 1,018 yd | |
| Pizza Uno | Pizza Uno, 69 Manchester Road | 1,050 yd | |
| Abduls Balti House | Abduls Balti House, 77 Manchester Road | 1,050 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson Gardens Playing Fields (Closed) Jackson Gardens | grass pitches | 380 yd |
| Windmill Lane Playing Field (Closed) Windmill Lane | grass pitches | 658 yd |
| St. Thomas More TOWN LANE | grass pitches | 671 yd |
| Victoria Park LAND ADJOINING 100 LAND ADJOINING 100 ACRE STREET | tennis courts | 867 yd |
| Pure Gym (Denton) OLDHAM STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 916 yd |
| Betta Bodies Gym HEATON MILLS HEATON MILLS HEATON STREET | health and fitness suite | 982 yd |
| Active Denton VICTORIA STREET | swimming pool | 1,073 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 209.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.