East Street is in Audenshaw, Manchester and in Tameside district. M34 5BX is located in the St Peter's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ashton-under-Lyne. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about East Street, Audenshaw, Manchester, M34 5BX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M34 5BY, M34 5BT, M34 5BU, M34 5EJ, M34 5DE, M34 5BZ, M34 5FJ, M34 5DD, M34 5FF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M34 5BX has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.9% of the population 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 | 51.4% | 56.9% | 5.5% | 51.0% | 5.9% |
| Male | 48.6% | 43.1% | -5.5% | 49.0% | -5.9% |
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 | 43.4% | 40% | -3.4% | 37.9% | 2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 21.3% | 26.2% | 4.9% | 44.2% | -18.0% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 4.4% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 14.7% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 5.6% |
| Widowed | 19.3% | 14.7% | -4.6% | 6.1% | 8.6% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (57.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 26.6% | 34.6% | 8.0% | 48.4% | -13.8% |
| Good health | 29.3% | 23.1% | -6.2% | 33.6% | -10.5% |
| Fair health | 31% | 25.4% | -5.6% | 12.7% | 12.7% |
| Bad health | 10.3% | 11.2% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 7.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 5.8% | 3.0% | 1.2% | 4.6% |
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.
In the area around M34 5BX this area, 30.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 16.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 48.6% | 30.4% | -18.2% | 18.2% | 12.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.7% | 8.9% | -10.8% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 17% | 5.0% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 8.9% | 6.9% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 9.8% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -7.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.4% | 16.1% | 9.7% | 33.8% | -17.7% |
| Other | 4% | 8.9% | 4.9% | 2.8% | 6.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.2% | 96.9% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 91.1% 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 | 96.2% | 91.1% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| European Union | 1% | 6.6% | 5.6% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 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 | 94.5% | 91.1% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.1% | 8.1% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.8% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.2% | 76.7% | -2.5% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 21.5% | 13.5% | 8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42% | 37.2% | 4.8% |
| Christian | 51.9% | 46.2% | 5.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around East Street 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. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 East Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2025-01-31 | £180,448 |
| 24 East Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £109,000 | 2024-09-02 | £114,555 |
| 51 East Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2024-07-12 | £153,385 |
| 24 East Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2024-06-11 | £91,083 |
| 21 East Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-02-17 | £241,668 |
The percentage of retired residents living in M34 5BX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 67 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Other | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trafalgar Nursery School John Street East , OL7 0NH | - not rated | 1,233 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whiteacre Nursery School Romney Street , OL6 9HU | - not rated | 3,205 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilshaw Nursery School Store Street , OL7 9QA | - not rated | 3,869 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fir Tree Nursery School Mill Lane , North Reddish SK5 6TP | - not rated | 4,215 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinnington Early Years Centre Westmorland Drive , Brinnington SK5 8HH | - not rated | 5,097 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 | 240 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Poplar Street Primary School Ravenwood Drive , Audenshaw M34 5EF | - not rated | 240 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's CofE Primary School Audenshaw Road , Audenshaw M34 5HD | - not rated | 807 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Oxford Street , OL7 0NB | 3out of 4 | 882 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Audenshaw Primary School Ash Street , Audenshaw M34 5NG | 2out of 4 | 1,127 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 628 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Audenshaw School Hazel Street , Audenshaw M34 5NB | - not rated | 628 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Egerton Park Arts College Egerton Street , Denton M34 3PB | - not rated | 1,274 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Community College Taylor Lane , Denton M34 3NG | - not rated | 1,274 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Denton Community Academy Taylor Lane , Denton M34 3NG | 1out of 4 | 1,536 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 | 3,140 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside College Beaufort Road , OL6 6NX | - not rated | 3,167 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 3,791 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 3,791 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guide Bridge Independent School 265 Stockport Road , Guide Bridge OL7 0NT | - not rated | 794 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawthorns Community School Sunnyside Moss Campus , Lumb Lane M34 5SF | - not rated | 1,048 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside Alternative Provision Academy Globe Lane , SK16 4UJ | 3out of 4 | 1,313 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside Pupil Referral Service Globe Lane , SK16 4UJ | - not rated | 1,313 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgeway PRU New Century House , Victory Road SK16 4XS | - not rated | 1,795 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baxterstorey Limited At Brother UK Ltd | Brother Uk Ltd, Shepley Street | 322 yd | |
| Riverside Sandwich Bar And Cafe | Shepley South Industrial Estate, 17 Shepley Road | 497 yd | |
| Amann Threads UK Limited | Guide Mills, South Street | 692 yd | |
| Globe Canteen And Coffee | Globe Canteen And Coffee, Globe Square | 800 yd | |
| Globe Cafe | Headway House, Astley Street | 856 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Arms | Queens Arms, Guide Lane | 158 yd | |
| The Sun Inn | Sun Inn, 210 Guide Lane | 299 yd | |
| Premier Lounge And Suite | Premier Lounge And Suite, Corporation Road | 660 yd | |
| The Boundary | Boundary Inn, 2 Audenshaw Road | 794 yd | |
| Guide Bridge Conservative Club | Conservative Club, 253 Stockport Road | 855 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indi2nite | Indi2nite, 2 Bank Street | 84 yd | |
| Wing Lee House | Wing Lee House, 1 Bank Street | 84 yd | |
| Otithi | Otithi, 277 Stockport Road | 764 yd | |
| My Gourmet | My Gourmet, 273 Stockport Road | 776 yd | |
| Crunchy Chicken | Crunchy Chicken, 269 Stockport Road | 782 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coop Audenshaw | Coop Audenshaw, 1 - 3 Stamford Road | 406 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King George Playing Fields (Audenshaw) KING GEORGES PLAYING FIELD KING GEORGES PLAYING FIELD MOUNT PLEASANT STREET | grass pitches | 232 yd |
| Poplar Street Primary School RAVENWOOD DRIVE | grass pitches | 243 yd |
| Groby Road Playing Fields (Closed) Groby Road | grass pitches | 526 yd |
| Audenshaw School HAZEL STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 595 yd |
| Oxford Park POTTINGER STREET | grass pitches | 961 yd |
| Active Oxford Park POTTINGER STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,028 yd |
| Denton Cricket Club EGERTON STREET | grass pitches | 1,072 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 | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| 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 | 73.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.