Regent Drive is in Denton, Manchester and in Tameside district. M34 2EA 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 Regent Drive, Denton, Manchester, M34 2EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M34 2DY, M34 2FE, M34 2DX, M34 2FA, M34 2DZ, M34 2DU, M34 2DN, M34 2DW, M34 2EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M34 2EA has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 52.1% | 48.9% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 47.9% | 51.1% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 2EA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.9% 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 | 33.7% | 24.3% | -9.4% | 37.9% | -13.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51% | 59.9% | 8.9% | 44.2% | 15.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 5.7% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 7.7% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 (86.9%) 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 | 51.5% | 46.4% | -5.1% | 48.4% | -2.0% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 40.5% | 5.3% | 33.6% | 6.9% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 10.1% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.1% | 11.8% | -4.3% | 18.2% | -6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 8.5% | -4.1% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.2% | 17.9% | -4.3% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 8.9% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 20.7% | 25.6% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 8.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.3% | 25.6% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -8.2% |
| Other | 3.1% | 1.6% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 100% | 98% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 97.7% | 98.4% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 98.4% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 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 | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.8% | 76.7% | 16.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 6.9% | 13.5% | -6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.8% | 37.2% | -13.4% |
| Christian | 71.9% | 46.2% | 25.7% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Regent Drive 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 -9.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Regent Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £600 | 2022-06-20 | £612 |
| 6 Regent Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £262,000 | 2019-09-20 | £361,927 |
| 20 Regent Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2017-01-13 | £316,119 |
| 3 Regent Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2016-11-25 | £362,135 |
| 5 Regent Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2011-10-20 | £264,579 |
M34 2EA area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
M34 2EA 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 | 104 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 2,661 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 | 424 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Corrie Primary School Cemetery Road , Denton M34 6FG | 3out of 4 | 1,000 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's RC Primary School Kynder Street , Denton M34 2AR | 4out of 4 | 1,083 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Green Primary Academy Mancunian Road , Haughton Green M34 7NS | 3out of 4 | 1,498 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Russell Scott Primary School Clare Street , Denton M34 3LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,674 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 | 826 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Community College Taylor Lane , Denton M34 3NG | 3out of 4 | 1,757 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale High School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7HD | 1out of 4 | 2,388 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Audenshaw School Hazel Street , Audenshaw M34 5NB | 3out of 4 | 2,465 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Wright Robinson College Abbey Hey Lane , Gorton M18 8RL | - not rated | 3,165 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 796 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Hope School Crosses Farm, , Moss Lane PR4 0HP | - not rated | 1,881 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jefferson House The Old Vicarage , Darnhall School Lane CW7 1JT | - not rated | 1,881 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Austen House Swineherd Farm , Cobcastle Road BB4 5TS | - not rated | 1,881 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Retreat Ercall Heath , Telford Tf6 6pn | - not rated | 1,881 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 | 992 yd | |
| Dogs Trust Manchester (Cafe) | Dogs Trust Manchester (Cafe), Parkway | 1,063 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Jolly Hatters | Jolly Hatters, 119 Town Lane | 437 yd | |
| Fletchers Arms | Fletchers Arms, 445 Stockport Road | 598 yd | |
| Acres Inn | Acres Inn, 120 Acre Street | 954 yd | |
| Carters Arms | Carters Arms, 207 Stockport Road | 1,054 yd | |
| Chapel House Inn | Chapel House, 145 Stockport Road | 1,090 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jafrin | Jafrin, 116 Stockport Road | 1,020 yd | |
| Good Choice | Good Choice, 44 Acre Street | 1,074 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson Gardens Playing Fields (Closed) Jackson Gardens | grass pitches | 508 yd |
| St. Thomas More TOWN LANE | grass pitches | 760 yd |
| Windmill Lane Playing Field (Closed) Windmill Lane | grass pitches | 829 yd |
| Victoria Park LAND ADJOINING 100 LAND ADJOINING 100 ACRE STREET | tennis courts | 1,015 yd |
| Pure Gym (Denton) OLDHAM STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,070 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 | 166.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.