Graver Lane is in Manchester and in Manchester district. M40 1GL is located in the Miles Platting & Newton Heath electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Manchester Central. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Graver Lane, Manchester, M40 1GL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M40 1QP, M40 1QL, M40 1QJ, M40 1QN, M40 1QF, M40 1GW, M40 1GN, M40 1QU, M40 1GP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M40 1GL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% of residents 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 | 44.8% | 48.9% | 4.1% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 55.2% | 51.1% | -4.1% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 M40 1GL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.2% 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 | 41.6% | 47.2% | 5.6% | 37.9% | 9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.1% | 32.2% | -5.9% | 44.2% | -12.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 4.7% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 12.6% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 1.4% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
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 | 53% | 50.6% | -2.4% | 48.4% | 2.2% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 32.8% | 2.0% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 10.3% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -2.4% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 5.9% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 20.8% | 19.2% | -1.6% | 18.2% | 1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.5% | 7% | -12.5% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 13.1% | -5.9% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 8% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 19.2% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.7% | 31% | 9.3% | 33.8% | -2.8% |
| Other | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 3.9% | 1.8% | -2.1% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 5.5% | 5.1% | 2.5% | 3.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 4.8% | 4.1% | 0.9% | 3.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 88.5% | 84.2% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 2.8% |
| Arab | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 88.6% 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 | 93.2% | 88.6% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 4.8% | 3.7% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 4.8% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.9% | 0.7% | -3.2% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 88% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 5.5% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 3.3% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 2.9% | -0.7% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 12.5% | 13.5% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 57.9% | 46.2% | 11.7% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Graver Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Miles Platting & Newton Heath 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 -14.6%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Graver Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-02-09 | £177,500 |
| 3 Graver Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £81,000 | 2017-10-06 | £127,047 |
| 5 Graver Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £25,000 | 1996-12-16 | £206,395 |
M40 1GL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collyhurst Nursery School Teignmouth Avenue , Collyhurst M40 7QD | 4out of 4 | 3,818 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Wilfrid's CofE Junior and Infant School Mabel Street , Newton Heath M40 1GB | 3out of 4 | 276 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King RC Primary School Manchester Culcheth Lane , Newton Heath M40 1LU | 3out of 4 | 629 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints C of E Primary School Culcheth Lane , Newton Heath M40 1LS | 3out of 4 | 707 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Failsworth Community Primary School Paddock Lane , Failsworth M35 0NY | 4out of 4 | 775 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Willibrord's RC Primary School Vale Street , Clayton M11 4WR | 3out of 4 | 1,021 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Droylsden Academy Manor Road , M43 6QD | 3out of 4 | 1,920 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Failsworth Brierley Avenue , Failsworth M35 9HA | 2out of 4 | 2,019 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laurus Ryecroft Lumb Lane , Droylsden M43 7LJ | - not rated | 2,573 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's RC High School Nuthurst Road , Moston M40 0EW | - not rated | 2,763 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Belle Vue 301 Alan Turing Way , M11 3BS | - not rated | 2,813 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connell Coop College 301 Alan Turing Way , M11 3BS | - not rated | 2,774 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| LTE Group Whitworth House , Whitworth St M11 2WH | - not rated | 3,281 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abraham Moss Community School Crescent Road , Crumpsall M8 5UF | 3out of 4 | 5,175 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Brook Academy Dean Street , Failsworth M35 0DQ | 2out of 4 | 1,471 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Teenage Works Failsworth , Partington Street M35 9RD | - not rated | 1,835 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| SMS Changing lives School Ferranti House , Wickentree Lane M35 9AY | - not rated | 2,895 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Music Stuff Unit 2 , The Cuthbert Centre M11 2NA | - not rated | 2,920 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Camberwell Park Specialist Support School Brookside Road , Moston M40 9GJ | 4out of 4 | 2,938 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burgasm | 3 Mirabel Street | 482 yd | |
| Cafe Barm | 77 Culcheth Lane | 586 yd | |
| Corner Slice | 141 Lord Lane | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newton Heath Cricket Club | Greaves Fields, Mabel Street | 432 yd | |
| Nelson Tavern | 1 Hulmes Road | 460 yd | |
| Newton Heath Catholic Mens Club | 137 Culcheth Lane | 533 yd | |
| The Windmill | The Windmill, Lord Lane | 995 yd | |
| Failsworth Home Guard Club | Failsworth Home Guard Old Comr, Poplar Street | 1,050 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Sun | 118 Culcheth Lane | 569 yd | |
| Hong Liang | 5 Ashworth Street | 679 yd | |
| Yangzhou Rice | 103 Somerset Road | 871 yd | |
| Everest Momo Station | 84 Crawford Street | 1,047 yd | |
| The Canadian Newton Health | 38 Scotland Hall Road | 1,069 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons Superstore, Poplar Street | 1,050 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Denise'S Body Zone (Closed) Graver Lane | health and fitness suite | 51 yd |
| Brookdale Park DROYLSDEN ROAD | grass pitches | 354 yd |
| Newton Heath Cricket Club MABEL STREET | grass pitches | 478 yd |
| Bodyworx (Ladies Only) (Closed) 105-109 105-109 Somerset Road | health and fitness suite | 870 yd |
| Orford Road Playing Fields ALDHAM AVENUE | grass pitches | 924 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.