Manchester Road East is in Little Hulton, Manchester and in Salford district. M38 9AF is located in the Walkden South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Worsley and Eccles South. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Manchester Road East, Little Hulton, Manchester, M38 9AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M28 0SG, M38 9LB, M28 0SD, M28 0SS, M28 0AS, M38 9LQ, M28 0SU, M38 0LW, M28 0QS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M38 9AF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 51% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 50.5% | 49% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 29.9% | 39.9% | 10.0% | 37.9% | 2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.1% | 33.7% | 2.6% | 44.2% | -10.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 2.5% | -1.7% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 14.7% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 5.6% |
| Widowed | 20.4% | 7.4% | -13.0% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 40.3% | 42.1% | 1.8% | 48.4% | -6.3% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 30.8% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 19% | 5.7% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 11.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 4.1% | 2.6% | -1.5% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 | 30.5% | 22% | -8.5% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 9.1% | -7.1% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 7.3% | -6.5% | 13.4% | -6.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 7.3% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 19.5% | 9.3% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.8% | 29.3% | 15.5% | 33.8% | -4.5% |
| Other | 11.4% | 5.5% | -5.9% | 2.8% | 2.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 2.5% | 2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.4% | 93.3% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 11.9% |
In this area, 90.7% 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 | 98% | 90.7% | -7.3% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 2.6% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 90.7% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 3.6% | 3.1% | 2.9% | 0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.7% | 76.7% | -3.0% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| No passport held | 19.1% | 13.5% | 5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.9% | 37.2% | -3.3% |
| Christian | 53.6% | 46.2% | 7.4% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Jewish | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Manchester Road East was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Boothstown & Ellenbrook 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 -10.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 111 Manchester Road East, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-06-17 | £156,549 |
| 137 Manchester Road East, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2016-05-19 | £256,280 |
| 129 Manchester Road East, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £33,000 | 2015-03-06 | £60,316 |
| 127A Manchester Road East, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £40,000 | 2013-08-20 | £81,409 |
| 73 - 79 Manchester Road East, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2011-06-10 | £348,958 |
M38 9AF 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 | 60 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 2,947 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor Nursery School Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 2,997 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Edmund's RC Primary School Queen Street , Little Hulton M38 0WH | 3out of 4 | 126 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Methodist Primary School Prescott Street , Off Hilton Lane M28 0ZA | 4out of 4 | 177 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater Primary School Bridgewater Street , Little Hulton M38 9WD | 4out of 4 | 384 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hilton Lane Primary School Madam's Wood Road , Little Hulton M28 0JY | 3out of 4 | 582 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Walkden Primary School Worsley Road North , Walkden M28 3QD | 3out of 4 | 1,119 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lowry Academy Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 492 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kearsley Academy Springfield Road , Kearsley BL4 8HY | 2out of 4 | 2,210 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Walkden Old Clough Lane , Walkden M28 7JB | 2out of 4 | 2,298 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James's Church of England High School Lucas Road , Farnworth BL4 9RU | 4out of 4 | 2,409 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harper Green School Harper Green Road , Farnworth BL4 0DH | 2out of 4 | 2,965 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodbridge College Springfield Road , Kearsley BL4 8LB | - not rated | 2,261 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Bolton Concorde House , 2 Frederick Street BL4 9AL | - not rated | 2,770 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Fold School Highfield Road , Farnworth BL4 0NS | 4out of 4 | 2,947 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Lilford Centre The Lilford Centre , Lancaster Avenue M29 8LN | - not rated | 4,092 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater School Drywood Hall , Worsley Road M28 2WQ | - not rated | 4,111 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bee Happy Cafe | 146 Manchester Road East | 130 yd | |
| Meels on Wheels | 9 Ridyard Street | 171 yd | |
| Walkden Community Meet and Eat | within Walkden Methodist Church, Manchester Road East | 252 yd | |
| McDonald's Restaurants Limited | 40 High Street | 473 yd | |
| KFC | Ellesmere Shopping Centre, Bolton Road | 493 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Inn | New Inn, 73-79 Manchester Road East | 2 yd | |
| The New Albion | 137 Manchester Road East | 2 yd | |
| Shamrock Tavern | 241 Manchester Road East | 242 yd | |
| Bulls Head (Wetherspoons) | 12 High Street | 628 yd | |
| Unit 21 | 5 Bolton Road | 687 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shawarma King | 98 Manchester Road East | 57 yd | |
| Pizza Parlour | 140 Manchester Road East | 130 yd | |
| Star City | 136 Manchester Road East | 130 yd | |
| Harry Pszza | within, 9 Ridyard Street | 171 yd | |
| Moreish | 290 Manchester Road East | 510 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Unit G5, Ellesmere Retail Park, New Ellesmere Approach | 514 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Unit G1a, Ellesmere Retail Park, New Ellesmere Approach | 514 yd | |
| B&M Retail | Unit 230 To 231, Ellesmere Shopping Centre, Bolton Road | 611 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Walkden Methodist Church MANCHESTER ROAD EAST | 79 yd | |
| St. Edmund'S Rc Primary School QUEEN STREET | artificial grass pitch | 280 yd |
| Harrop Fold High School Hilton Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 371 yd |
| Madamswood Madams Wood Road | grass pitches | 501 yd |
| Total Fitness (Walkden) ELLESMERE RETAIL PARK ELLESMERE RETAIL PARK NEW ELLESMERE APPROACH | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 543 yd |
| St Georges Rc High School (Closed) Parsonage Drive | 550 yd | |
| Sportlife Fitness Centre (Walkden) (Closed) High Street | health and fitness suite | 699 yd |
| Worsley Leisure Centre WORSLEY LEISURE CENTRE WORSLEY LEISURE CENTRE BRIDGEWATER ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 766 yd |
| Walkden Cricket Club Harriet Street | grass pitches | 766 yd |
| Guildhall At Ellesmere (Closed) Guild Avenue | tennis courts | 894 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.