Ashton Road is in Denton, Manchester and in Tameside district. M34 3EZ is located in the Denton North East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Denton and Reddish. This postcode has been in use since 1983-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashton Road, Denton, Manchester, M34 3EZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M34 3FX, M34 3EX, M34 3EY, M34 3LH, M34 3EU, M34 3LJ, M34 3LF, M34 3AS, M34 3AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M34 3EZ is primarily male, with 53.1% of the population 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 | 44.6% | 46.9% | 2.3% | 51.0% | -4.1% |
| Male | 55.4% | 53.1% | -2.3% | 49.0% | 4.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around M34 3EZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 62.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 47.6% | 62.9% | 15.3% | 37.9% | 25.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.5% | 18.3% | -12.2% | 44.2% | -25.9% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 3.4% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 11.4% | -2.0% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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% | 42.6% | 9.8% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 41% | 31.1% | -9.9% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 21% | 17.7% | -3.3% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 6.2% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 18.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.3% | 24.6% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22% | 13.1% | -8.9% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 13.7% | -6.4% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 9.7% | 6.0% | 5.3% | 4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.7% | 18.9% | 12.2% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.4% | 18.3% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -15.5% |
| Other | 4.9% | 1.7% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 4.3% | 3.8% | 2.5% | 1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 94.4% | 83.3% | -11.1% | 81.4% | 1.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.1% | 3.7% |
In this area, 85.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.8% | 85.6% | -7.2% | 83.2% | 2.4% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 5.3% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1% | 5.7% | 4.7% | 2.7% | 3.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 3.3% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.3% | 85.6% | -6.7% | 83.2% | 2.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 6.2% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.1% | 3.8% | 0.7% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 3.8% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.1% | 76.7% | -4.6% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.2% | 13.5% | 5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 46.2% | 46.2% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashton 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 been falling year on year.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Springs, 46 Ashton Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £1,445,882 | 2018-11-28 | £1,961,170 |
| Silver Springs, 46 Ashton Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £312,700 | 2016-11-25 | £454,350 |
M34 3EZ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Retired | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trafalgar Nursery School John Street East , OL7 0NH | - not rated | 2,715 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fir Tree Nursery School Mill Lane , North Reddish SK5 6TP | - not rated | 3,154 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinnington Early Years Centre Westmorland Drive , Brinnington SK5 8HH | - not rated | 3,664 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Nursery School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7EU | 4out of 4 | 4,038 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whiteacre Nursery School Romney Street , OL6 9HU | - not rated | 4,587 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russell Scott Primary School Clare Street , Denton M34 3LQ | 3out of 4 | 431 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Central Primary School and ASD Resource Base Duke Street , Denton M34 2AN | - not rated | 436 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's RC Primary School Kynder Street , Denton M34 2AR | - not rated | 512 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Primary School St Anne's Road , Denton M34 3DY | 3out of 4 | 862 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Primary School St Anne's Road , Denton M34 3DY | - not rated | 862 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 656 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Egerton Park Arts College Egerton Street , Denton M34 3PB | - not rated | 720 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Community College Taylor Lane , Denton M34 3NG | - not rated | 720 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More RC College Town Lane , Denton M34 6AF | 3out of 4 | 880 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Audenshaw School Hazel Street , Audenshaw M34 5NB | 3out of 4 | 1,182 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyde-Clarendon College Clarendon Road , SK14 2JZ | - not rated | 2,874 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside College Beaufort Road , OL6 6NX | - not rated | 4,425 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 5,053 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 5,053 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,000 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside Alternative Provision Academy Globe Lane , SK16 4UJ | 3out of 4 | 1,990 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside Pupil Referral Service Globe Lane , SK16 4UJ | - not rated | 1,990 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashlea House School Ashlea House , 474 Stockport Road M34 6ET | - not rated | 2,010 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Bridgeway PRU New Century House , Victory Road SK16 4XS | - not rated | 2,130 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Cooks | Three Cooks, 37 Ashton Road | 51 yd | |
| Hally Moos | Hally Moos, 36 Ashton Road | 64 yd | |
| Istanbul Grill | Istanbul Grill, 10 Ashton Road | 64 yd | |
| Mama Gs Bistro | Mama Gs Bistro, 10 Ashworth Street | 83 yd | |
| Los Amigos Tapas | Los Amigos Tapas, 11 Ashton Road | 87 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Queen Vic | The Queen Vic, 17 Stockport Road | 207 yd | |
| Denton Labour Club | Ashton Road, Ashton Road | 216 yd | |
| Denton Liberal Club | Denton Liberal Club, Bowden Street | 217 yd | |
| The Dance Emporium | The Dance Emporium, 1 Bowden Street | 217 yd | |
| Denton Conservative Club | Denton Conservative Club, 45 Manchester Road | 253 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Burgers | 7 Burgers, 34 Ashton Road | 40 yd | |
| Denton Kebab And Curry House | Denton Kebab And Curry House, 30 Ashton Road | 64 yd | |
| Love Masala | Love Masala, 25 Ashton Road | 77 yd | |
| Allens Fried Chicken | Allens Fried Chicken, 2 Manchester Road | 164 yd | |
| Pink Ladies Dessert | Pink Ladies Dessert, 56 Manchester Road | 164 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl, Ashworth Street | 83 yd | |
| Morrisons Supermarket | Morrisons Superstore, Saxon Street | 311 yd | |
| Aldi Stores | Unit 3 Crown Point North Shopping Park, Worthington Way | 377 yd | |
| Wilko | Crown Point North Shopping Park, Worthington Way | 377 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Active Denton VICTORIA STREET | swimming pool | 264 yd |
| Victoria Park LAND ADJOINING 100 LAND ADJOINING 100 ACRE STREET | tennis courts | 467 yd |
| Martin Fields ST. LAWRENCE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 577 yd |
| Denton Cricket Club EGERTON STREET | grass pitches | 610 yd |
| Denton Community College TAYLOR LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 614 yd |
| Denton Community College (North Campus) (Closed) Egerton Street | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 719 yd |
| Betta Bodies Gym HEATON MILLS HEATON MILLS HEATON STREET | health and fitness suite | 792 yd |
| Windmill Lane Playing Field (Closed) Windmill Lane | grass pitches | 793 yd |
| St. Thomas More TOWN LANE | grass pitches | 874 yd |
| Denton St Lawrence Cricket Club SYCAMORE AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,010 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.