Old Meadow Drive is in Denton, Manchester and in Tameside district. M34 3TF 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Old Meadow Drive, Denton, Manchester, M34 3TF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M34 3TS, M34 3TE, M34 3TT, M34 3TD, M34 3TR, M34 3TG, M34 3TB, M34 3TA, M34 3TH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M34 3TF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.4% 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 | 53.3% | 55.4% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 4.4% |
| Male | 46.7% | 44.6% | -2.1% | 49.0% | -4.4% |
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 3TF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.2% 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 | 22.9% | 19.2% | -3.7% | 37.9% | -18.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.5% | 58.2% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 14.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.1% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 9.1% | 4.5% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 11.5% | 4.1% | 6.1% | 5.4% |
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 | 39.8% | 39.2% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -9.2% |
| Good health | 36% | 33.2% | -2.8% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 20.5% | 4.6% | 12.7% | 7.8% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 5.9% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 4% | 1.2% | -2.8% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 22.6% | 16.9% | -5.7% | 18.2% | -1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 11.6% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 11.6% | -7.0% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 8.1% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 20.8% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.4% | 27.5% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -6.3% |
| Other | 4% | 3.5% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 3.7% | 3.9% | 0.2% | 3.1% | 0.8% |
| Pakistani | 2% | 3% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 90.8% | 90.5% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 9.1% |
In this area, 93.2% 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 | 93.1% | 93.2% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 2% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| 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 | 91.4% | 93.2% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.2% | 0.9% | -6.3% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 76.7% | 13.8% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.3% | 37.2% | -11.9% |
| Christian | 61.6% | 46.2% | 15.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 3.9% | 1.7% | 2.2% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Meadow 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.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Old Meadow Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £322,000 | 2025-01-17 | £328,116 |
| 22 Old Meadow Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2022-11-25 | £372,715 |
| 7 Old Meadow Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £281,000 | 2022-08-05 | £307,981 |
| 33 Old Meadow Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2021-06-24 | £385,018 |
| 11 Old Meadow Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2020-11-16 | £402,375 |
M34 3TF 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 3TF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 118 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trafalgar Nursery School John Street East , OL7 0NH | - not rated | 1,858 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whiteacre Nursery School Romney Street , OL6 9HU | - not rated | 3,674 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fir Tree Nursery School Mill Lane , North Reddish SK5 6TP | - not rated | 3,956 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilshaw Nursery School Store Street , OL7 9QA | - not rated | 4,505 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinnington Early Years Centre Westmorland Drive , Brinnington SK5 8HH | - not rated | 4,577 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poplar Street Primary School Ravenwood Drive , Audenshaw M34 5EF | 3out of 4 | 793 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Poplar Street Primary School Ravenwood Drive , Audenshaw M34 5EF | - not rated | 793 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Russell Scott Primary School Clare Street , Denton M34 3LQ | 3out of 4 | 880 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Primary School St Anne's Road , Denton M34 3DY | 3out of 4 | 964 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Primary School St Anne's Road , Denton M34 3DY | - not rated | 964 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audenshaw School Hazel Street , Audenshaw M34 5NB | 3out of 4 | 839 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Audenshaw School Hazel Street , Audenshaw M34 5NB | - not rated | 839 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Egerton Park Arts College Egerton Street , Denton M34 3PB | - not rated | 1,058 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Community College Taylor Lane , Denton M34 3NG | - not rated | 1,058 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Community Academy Taylor Lane , Denton M34 3NG | 1out of 4 | 1,235 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyde-Clarendon College Clarendon Road , SK14 2JZ | - not rated | 2,615 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside College Beaufort Road , OL6 6NX | - not rated | 3,517 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 4,146 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 4,146 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 | 1,041 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside Alternative Provision Academy Globe Lane , SK16 4UJ | 3out of 4 | 1,174 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside Pupil Referral Service Globe Lane , SK16 4UJ | - not rated | 1,174 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgeway PRU New Century House , Victory Road SK16 4XS | - not rated | 1,476 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Guide Bridge Independent School 265 Stockport Road , Guide Bridge OL7 0NT | - not rated | 1,502 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Sandwich Bar And Cafe | Shepley South Industrial Estate, 17 Shepley Road | 461 yd | |
| Stepping Stones Play Group | Stepping Stones Play Group, St Annes Road | 807 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurant | Unit 1 Crown Point North Shopping Park, Worthington Way | 933 yd | |
| Frankie And Bennys | Crown Point North Shopping Park, Worthington Way | 933 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 9A Crown Point North Shopping Park, Worthington Way | 933 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denton Working Mens Club | Denton Working Mens Club, Frederick Street | 449 yd | |
| The Sun Inn | Sun Inn, 210 Guide Lane | 573 yd | |
| White House Inn | White House, 170 Ashton Road | 651 yd | |
| Denton Labour Club | Ashton Road, Ashton Road | 774 yd | |
| Queens Arms | Queens Arms, Guide Lane | 876 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wing Lee House | Wing Lee House, 1 Bank Street | 638 yd | |
| Indi2nite | Indi2nite, 2 Bank Street | 638 yd | |
| Suzannes | Suzannes, 142 Ashton Road | 665 yd | |
| The Full Monty | The Full Monty, 2 Egerton Street | 716 yd | |
| 7 Burgers | 7 Burgers, 34 Ashton Road | 944 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coop Audenshaw | Coop Audenshaw, 1 - 3 Stamford Road | 695 yd | |
| Aldi Stores | Unit 3 Crown Point North Shopping Park, Worthington Way | 933 yd | |
| Wilko | Crown Point North Shopping Park, Worthington Way | 933 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl, Ashworth Street | 963 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King George Playing Fields (Audenshaw) KING GEORGES PLAYING FIELD KING GEORGES PLAYING FIELD MOUNT PLEASANT STREET | grass pitches | 683 yd |
| Denton Cricket Club EGERTON STREET | grass pitches | 790 yd |
| Audenshaw School HAZEL STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 791 yd |
| Poplar Street Primary School RAVENWOOD DRIVE | grass pitches | 797 yd |
| Denton Community College (North Campus) (Closed) Egerton Street | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,058 yd |
| Groby Road Playing Fields (Closed) Groby Road | grass pitches | 1,071 yd |
| Denton Community College TAYLOR LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,080 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 | 86.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 86.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 86.7% |
| 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 | 78.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 134.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.