Holbrook Avenue is in Little Hulton, Manchester and in Salford district. M38 9EL is located in the Little Hulton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Worsley and Eccles South. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Holbrook Avenue, Little Hulton, Manchester, M38 9EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M38 9FD, M38 9EP, M38 9EJ, M38 9EF, M38 9EQ, M38 9ED, M38 9EE, M38 9FA, M38 9RG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M38 9EL has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.7% 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 | 53.7% | 56.7% | 3.0% | 51.0% | 5.7% |
| Male | 46.3% | 43.3% | -3.0% | 49.0% | -5.7% |
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 M38 9EL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 55.3% 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 | 46.2% | 55.3% | 9.1% | 37.9% | 17.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.4% | 25.3% | -3.1% | 44.2% | -18.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 5.6% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 3.4% |
| Divorced | 15.7% | 8.4% | -7.3% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 4.7% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 43.2% | 52.6% | 9.4% | 48.4% | 4.2% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 29.6% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 11.5% | -4.0% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 8.4% | 3.8% | -4.6% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 2.4% | -0.6% | 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 21.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.1% | 22.5% | -16.6% | 18.2% | 4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.3% | 18.8% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 9.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 12.8% | -1.9% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 6.3% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 15.6% | 7.5% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.6% | 21.3% | 12.7% | 33.8% | -12.5% |
| Other | 6.6% | 2.8% | -3.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 69.9% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 2.7% | 21.8% | 19.1% | 2.5% | 19.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 94.3% | 69.9% | -24.4% | 81.4% | -11.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 76.9% 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 | 94.3% | 76.9% | -17.4% | 83.2% | -6.3% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 6.7% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 13.2% | 11.5% | 2.7% | 10.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 76.5% | -16.7% | 83.2% | -6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 16.7% | 16.4% | 9.8% | 6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.9% | 76.7% | -16.8% |
| Portugal | 5.7% | 0.5% | 5.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| North Africa | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Middle East | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Central and South America | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 24.3% | 13.5% | 10.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.3% | 37.2% | 3.1% |
| Christian | 48.8% | 46.2% | 2.6% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 5.3% | 6.5% | -1.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holbrook Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Little Hulton 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 -43.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Holbrook Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £29,000 | 2000-06-28 | £174,331 |
The percentage of student residents living in M38 9EL area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Looking after home or family | 38 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Other | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Unemployed | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Hulton Community Nursery Centre Longshaw Drive , Worsley M28 0BD | - not rated | 994 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 1,526 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater Nursery School Dobhill Street , Farnworth BL4 7DU | - not rated | 1,980 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Magnalls Fold Community Nursery Centre Mayfield Avenue , Worsley M28 3JF | - not rated | 2,099 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor Nursery School and Day Care Centre Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 2,448 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dukesgate Primary School Earlesdon Crescent , Little Hulton M38 9HF | - not rated | 281 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dukesgate Academy Earlesdon Crescent , Little Hulton M38 9HF | 3out of 4 | 281 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC Primary School Old Lane , Little Hulton M38 9RU | - not rated | 402 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Peel CofE Primary School Stocksfield Drive , Little Hulton M38 9RB | - not rated | 840 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Peel CofE Infant School Stocksfield Drive , Little Hulton M38 9RB | - not rated | 840 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St James's Church of England High School Lucas Road , Farnworth BL4 9RU | 3out of 4 | 984 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James's Church of England High School Lucas Road , Farnworth BL4 9RU | - not rated | 984 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hulton Community School Longshaw Drive , Worsley M28 0AZ | - not rated | 1,106 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Star Salford Academy 124 Longshaw Drive , M28 0BB | - not rated | 1,216 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harper Green School Harper Green Road , Farnworth BL4 0DH | 3out of 4 | 1,653 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salford College Worsley Campus , Walkden Road M28 7QD | - not rated | 3,018 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South College, Bolton Lever Edge Lane , BL3 3HH | - not rated | 3,124 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton College Deane Road , BL3 5BG | - not rated | 4,673 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Sixth Form College Town Centre Campus , Deane Road BL3 5BU | - not rated | 4,796 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed Exclusion Unit George Street , Farnworth BL4 9RJ | - not rated | 972 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Fold School Highfield Road , Farnworth BL4 0NS | 4out of 4 | 1,526 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Centre South King Street , Farnworth Youth Centre BL4 7AP | - not rated | 2,016 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Bolton Concorde House , 2 Frederick Street BL4 9AL | - not rated | 2,144 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbridge College Springfield Road , Kearsley BL4 8LB | - not rated | 2,384 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grapevine Cafe | within Cleggs Lane Methodist Church, Cleggs Lane | 418 yd | |
| Abby's Cafe | New Bury Community Centre, Buckley Lane | 872 yd | |
| Grandmas Kitchen Ltd | 216 Piggott Street | 878 yd | |
| Spice 'n' Spirits Indian Kitchen Ltd | 13 Manchester Road West | 937 yd | |
| St Paul's Peel Playgroup | withinSt Paul Peel Church Hall, Manchester Road West | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dukes Gate | Dukes Gate Hotel, Cleggs Lane | 187 yd | |
| Little Hulton Conservative Club | Little Hulton Conservative Club, 1a Armitage Avenue | 943 yd | |
| Cyn's Tavern | 8 Hulton District Centre | 957 yd | |
| Top Club | Top Club, Manchester Road West | 1,004 yd | |
| Farnworth Social Circle | Piggott Street | 1,076 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stumble Inn Chippy | within, 212 Cleggs Lane | 207 yd | |
| Raz's Pizza & Kebab House | 302 Cleggs Lane | 207 yd | |
| Speedy Gonzales | 8 Coniston Avenue | 584 yd | |
| Old Lane Chippy | 128 Old Lane | 625 yd | |
| Sizzling Spice | 2 Cleggs Lane | 755 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dukesgate Academy EARLESDON CRESCENT | 287 yd | |
| Amblecote Playing Fields Cleggs Lane | grass pitches | 298 yd |
| North Walkden Falcons FALCON DRIVE | grass pitches | 358 yd |
| St Pauls Peel C Of E Primary School STOCKSFIELD DRIVE | grass pitches | 854 yd |
| Brackley Park Golf Club BULLOWS ROAD | golf | 891 yd |
| St Pauls Peel Parish Community Hall MANCHESTER ROAD WEST | 909 yd | |
| St James'S Church Of England High School Lucas Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 990 yd |
| Farnworth Social Circle Cricket Club PIGGOTT STREET | grass pitches | 1,051 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.