Oak Drive is in Denton, Manchester and in Tameside district. M34 2JR 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 Oak Drive, Denton, Manchester, M34 2JR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M34 2JS, M34 2NS, M34 2JT, M34 2JU, M34 2JX, M34 2HA, M34 2JW, M34 2NA, M34 2PJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M34 2JR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 50.2% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 51.4% | 49.8% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 25.4% | 29.2% | 3.8% | 37.9% | -8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.3% | 46% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 1.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.5% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 13.9% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 9.4% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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 | 44.4% | 43.4% | -1.0% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 35.3% | 0.7% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 17.4% | 4.2% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 3.4% | -3.2% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 31.7% | 24.4% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 7.5% | -8.1% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 15.4% | -0.2% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 5.5% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 20.4% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 24.9% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -8.9% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 95.9% | 92.3% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 10.9% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 97.9% | 91.5% | -6.4% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 4.3% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 3.8% | 3.4% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 91.5% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 2.6% | -2.7% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 52.5% | 46.2% | 6.3% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oak Drive was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Audenshaw 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 -13.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Oak Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-07-12 | £242,604 |
| 29 Oak Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2023-06-30 | £328,987 |
| 19 Oak Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2022-08-08 | £328,125 |
| 1 Oak Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2022-08-05 | £296,875 |
| 19 Oak Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,500 | 2021-08-16 | £187,159 |
M34 2JR 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in M34 2JR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| 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 | 2,657 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denton West End Primary School Balmoral Drive , Denton M34 2JX | 3out of 4 | 370 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dane Bank Primary School Thornley Lane South , Reddish SK5 6QG | - not rated | 857 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Aspinal Broadacre Road , Gorton M18 7NY | 3out of 4 | 895 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Hey Primary Academy Abbey Hey Lane , Gorton M18 8PF | 3out of 4 | 1,353 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Hall Drive Academy Old Hall Drive , Gorton M18 7FU | 3out of 4 | 1,488 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wright Robinson College Abbey Hey Lane , Gorton M18 8RL | - not rated | 1,198 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedar Mount Academy Gorton Education Village , 50 Wembley Road M18 7DT | 2out of 4 | 1,998 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Community College Taylor Lane , Denton M34 3NG | 3out of 4 | 2,059 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield High School for Girls Fairfield Avenue , Droylsden M43 6AB | 4out of 4 | 2,225 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Reddish Vale High School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7HD | 1out of 4 | 2,395 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 3,297 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Connell Coop College 301 Alan Turing Way , M11 3BS | - not rated | 4,079 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Xaverian College Lower Park Road , M14 5RB | - not rated | 5,259 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reddish Hall School Denstone Road , Reddish SK5 6UY | - not rated | 1,469 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Melland High School Gorton Education Village , M18 7DT | 4out of 4 | 1,998 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prospect House Specialist Support Primary School Matthews Lane , M12 4GR | - not rated | 2,374 yd | Free schools special | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange School Matthews Lane , Gorton M12 4GR | 1out of 4 | 2,374 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Gorton Hideout Youth Zone , 1 Queens Avenue M12 5PX | - not rated | 2,654 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Julia Restaurant | Julia Restaurant, 54 Hulme Road | 419 yd | |
| The Dutch Fishmen | 588 Gorton Road, North Reddish | 774 yd | |
| The Triangle Coffee Shop | 73 Reddish Lane | 801 yd | |
| Delicacy Bar | 597 Gorton Road, North Reddish | 808 yd | |
| St Georges Centre | St Georges Centre, Windmill Lane | 949 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Windmill | The Windmill, Hulme Road | 390 yd | |
| Denton Golf Club | Denton Golf Club Ltd, Manchester Road | 585 yd | |
| Denton West Cricket Club | Denton West Cricket Club, Windsor Road | 656 yd | |
| Dane Bank Hotel | Dane Bank Hotel, Windmill Lane | 942 yd | |
| North Reddish Working Men's Club | North Reddish Working Mens Club, 3A Midland Road | 998 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Famous Indian | Famous Indian, 661 Manchester Road | 141 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | Happy House Fish And Chips, 68 Hulme Road | 390 yd | |
| Canton Chef Chinese Takeaway | Canton Chef Chinese Takeaway, 60 Hulme Road | 390 yd | |
| La Scala Pizza | La Scala Pizza, 66 Hulme Road | 390 yd | |
| JKs Sunshine Bakery | JKs Sunshine Bakery, 64 Hulme Road | 390 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Meng | 613 - 615 Gorton Road, North Reddish | 796 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Denton West End Primary School BALMORAL DRIVE | 272 yd | |
| West End Boys & Girls Club WEST END LIBRARY WEST END LIBRARY WINDSOR ROAD | 452 yd | |
| Denton Golf Club DENTON GOLF CLUB DENTON GOLF CLUB MANCHESTER ROAD | golf | 591 yd |
| Granada Road Playing Fields GRANADA ROAD | grass pitches | 598 yd |
| Denton West Cricket Club ANSON ROAD | grass pitches | 668 yd |
| Debdale Park DEBDALE PARK BOWLING PAVILION DEBDALE PARK BOWLING PAVILION HYDE ROAD | golf, grass pitches, tennis courts | 692 yd |
| Dane Bank Primary School THORNLEY LANE SOUTH | grass pitches | 836 yd |
| Pure Gym (Manchester Debdale) WALL WAY | health and fitness suite | 1,016 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 | 53.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 96.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.