Thompson Road is in Denton, Manchester and in Tameside district. M34 2PR 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 Thompson Road, Denton, Manchester, M34 2PR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M34 3QW, M34 2PS, M34 3QP, M34 2PT, M34 2PN, M34 3UF, M34 3QG, M34 2PU, M34 2NY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M34 2PR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 51.9% | 52.2% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 48.1% | 47.8% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 2PR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.3% 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 | 23.4% | 18.3% | -5.1% | 37.9% | -19.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.2% | 54.3% | 7.1% | 44.2% | 10.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 10.6% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 20.6% | 13.9% | -6.7% | 6.1% | 7.8% |
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 | 32.8% | 34.9% | 2.1% | 48.4% | -13.5% |
| Good health | 34% | 37.1% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 22.4% | 18.8% | -3.6% | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 7% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 41.1% | 27% | -14.1% | 18.2% | 8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 8.5% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 10.9% | -5.0% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 9% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 17.5% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.2% | 24.6% | 13.4% | 33.8% | -9.2% |
| Other | 2.8% | 2.4% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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 | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 93.8% | 95.2% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 97.1% | 93.9% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 5.7% | 4.9% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 94.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 0% | -5.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.3% | 76.7% | 10.6% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21.1% | 37.2% | -16.1% |
| Christian | 70.6% | 46.2% | 24.4% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thompson Road 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 remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 99 Thompson Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-02-24 | £228,727 |
| 29 Thompson Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £362,500 | 2022-10-28 | £385,178 |
| 99 Thompson Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-08-04 | £210,228 |
| 97 Thompson Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,800 | 2021-06-30 | £239,599 |
| 23 Thompson Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £261,535 | 2021-04-07 | £342,104 |
M34 2PR 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 2PR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 81 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| 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 | 1,675 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Nursery School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7EU | 4out of 4 | 2,767 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinnington Early Years Centre Westmorland Drive , Brinnington SK5 8HH | - not rated | 3,098 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafalgar Nursery School John Street East , OL7 0NH | - not rated | 3,671 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Nursery School Churchill Street , Heaton Norris SK4 1ND | - not rated | 5,016 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 | 541 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton West End Primary School Balmoral Drive , Denton M34 2JX | - not rated | 541 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dane Bank Primary School Thornley Lane South , Reddish SK5 6QG | - not rated | 1,103 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dane Bank Primary School Thornley Lane South , Reddish SK5 6QG | 3out of 4 | 1,103 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Russell Scott Primary School Clare Street , Denton M34 3LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,552 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denton Community Academy Taylor Lane , Denton M34 3NG | 1out of 4 | 1,191 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Egerton Park Arts College Egerton Street , Denton M34 3PB | - not rated | 1,361 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Community College Taylor Lane , Denton M34 3NG | - not rated | 1,361 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wright Robinson College Abbey Hey Lane , Gorton M18 8RL | - not rated | 1,678 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wright Robinson College Abbey Hey Lane , Gorton M18 8RL | 4out of 4 | 1,678 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 | 4,064 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Manchester College Openshaw Campus , Ashton Old Road M11 2WH | - not rated | 4,064 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Area College Buckingham Road , SK4 4RA | - not rated | 4,562 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyde-Clarendon College Clarendon Road , SK14 2JZ | - not rated | 4,634 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Connell Co-Op College 301 Alan Turing Way , M11 3BS | - not rated | 4,808 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | 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 | 1,519 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Hall School Denstone Road , Reddish SK5 6UY | - not rated | 1,766 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Hey Pupil Referral Unit Abbey Hey Lane , Abbey Hey M18 8TJ | - not rated | 2,162 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Progressive School 1524 Ashton Old Road , M11 1HN | - not rated | 2,272 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashlea House School Ashlea House , 474 Stockport Road M34 6ET | - not rated | 2,276 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | 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 | 370 yd | |
| Dogs Trust Manchester (Cafe) | Dogs Trust Manchester (Cafe), Parkway | 523 yd | |
| St Georges Centre | St Georges Centre, Windmill Lane | 786 yd | |
| Food Fix | Building 12 Tameside Business Centre, Windmill Lane | 859 yd | |
| Gym Life Manchester | Unit 12 Heaton Mill, Heaton Street | 1,001 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Windmill | The Windmill, Hulme Road | 355 yd | |
| The Stable Gate | The Stable Gate Public House, Alphagate Drive | 367 yd | |
| Denton Golf Club | Denton Golf Club Ltd, Manchester Road | 548 yd | |
| Dane Bank Hotel | Dane Bank Hotel, Windmill Lane | 671 yd | |
| Denton West Cricket Club | Denton West Cricket Club, Windsor Road | 782 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Dragon | Happy House Fish And Chips, 68 Hulme Road | 355 yd | |
| Canton Chef Chinese Takeaway | Canton Chef Chinese Takeaway, 60 Hulme Road | 355 yd | |
| La Scala Pizza | La Scala Pizza, 66 Hulme Road | 355 yd | |
| JKs Sunshine Bakery | JKs Sunshine Bakery, 64 Hulme Road | 356 yd | |
| Barakat Balti | Barakat Balti, 699 Windmill Lane | 786 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | J Sainsbury Plc, Oldham Street | 435 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West End Boys & Girls Club WEST END LIBRARY WEST END LIBRARY WINDSOR ROAD | 532 yd | |
| Denton West End Primary School BALMORAL DRIVE | 541 yd | |
| Denton Golf Club DENTON GOLF CLUB DENTON GOLF CLUB MANCHESTER ROAD | golf | 545 yd |
| Pure Gym (Denton) OLDHAM STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 699 yd |
| Denton West Cricket Club ANSON ROAD | grass pitches | 826 yd |
| Betta Bodies Gym HEATON MILLS HEATON MILLS HEATON STREET | health and fitness suite | 992 yd |
| Granada Road Playing Fields GRANADA ROAD | grass pitches | 1,041 yd |
| Jackson Gardens Playing Fields (Closed) Jackson Gardens | grass pitches | 1,088 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.