Moston Lane is in Manchester and in Manchester district. M40 5RG is located in the Charlestown electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blackley and Broughton. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Moston Lane, Manchester, M40 5RG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M40 5QX, M40 5PX, M40 5RJ, M40 5QQ, M9 7FN, M40 5GX, M40 5JJ, M9 7FJ, M9 7DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M40 5RG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% 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 | 56.5% | 53.8% | -2.7% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 43.5% | 46.2% | 2.7% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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 5RG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.6% 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 | 51.1% | 52.6% | 1.5% | 37.9% | 14.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.9% | 32.3% | 2.4% | 44.2% | -11.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.5% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 9% | 6.3% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 6.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 43.8% | 43.3% | -0.5% | 48.4% | -5.1% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 29.6% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 19.1% | 4.7% | 12.7% | 6.4% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 5.4% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2.7% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 M40 5RG this area, 35% 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 21.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.3% | 35% | 3.7% | 18.2% | 16.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.6% | 8.5% | -13.1% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 16.6% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 2.8% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 13.4% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.1% | 21.2% | 11.1% | 33.8% | -12.6% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2.5% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 76.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 4% | 2.3% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 13.7% | 12.3% | 2.5% | 11.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 91.1% | 76.4% | -14.7% | 81.4% | -5.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 79.3% 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 | 95.8% | 79.3% | -16.5% | 83.2% | -3.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 5.9% | 5.6% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 9.4% | 8.0% | 2.7% | 6.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 3% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 79.3% | -15.2% | 83.2% | -3.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.1% | 9.1% | 9.8% | -0.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 5.1% | 4.5% | 2.9% | 2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 4.3% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.5% | 76.7% | -16.2% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Italy | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.6% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 3.5% | 0.3% | 3.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 23.9% | 13.5% | 10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28% | 37.2% | -9.2% |
| Christian | 61% | 46.2% | 14.8% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 7% | 6.5% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Moston Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Charlestown 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 -84.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 528 Moston Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-07-31 | £184,492 |
| 542 Moston Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-06-14 | £225,060 |
| 520 Moston Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2022-03-01 | £229,641 |
| 518 Moston Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-06-25 | £212,070 |
| 530 Moston Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £148,750 | 2018-12-19 | £227,850 |
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorclose Nursery School Aspinall Street , Middleton M24 2BE | - not rated | 2,822 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnes Green Nursery School Beech Mount , Harpurhey M9 1XS | - not rated | 2,913 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunny Brow Nursery School Sunny Brow Road , Archer Park M24 4AD | 4out of 4 | 3,749 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Collyhurst Nursery School Teignmouth Avenue , Collyhurst M40 7QD | 4out of 4 | 4,363 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acresfield Nursery School Acresfield Road , Middleton M24 2NU | - not rated | 4,446 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlestown Community Primary School Pilkington Road , Blackley M9 7BX | 3out of 4 | 629 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School Moston St. Mary's Road , Moston M40 0DF | - not rated | 714 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret Mary's RC Primary School Manchester St Margaret's Road , New Moston M40 0JE | - not rated | 891 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret Mary's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy St Margaret's Road , New Moston M40 0JE | 3out of 4 | 891 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moston Fields Primary School Brookside Road , Moston M40 9GJ | - not rated | 917 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Manchester High School for Boys Charlestown Road , Blackley M9 7FS | - not rated | 478 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| St Matthew's RC High School Nuthurst Road , Moston M40 0EW | - not rated | 612 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's RC High School Nuthurst Road , Moston M40 0EW | - not rated | 612 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Creative and Media Academy 300 Victoria Avenue East , Blackley M9 7SS | - not rated | 643 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Creative and Media Academy for Boys 300 Victoria Avenue East , Blackley M9 7SS | - not rated | 643 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 4,962 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 4,962 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oldham College Rochdale Road , OL9 6AA | - not rated | 5,088 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Connell Co-Op College 301 Alan Turing Way , M11 3BS | - not rated | 5,408 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | 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 | 4,108 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abraham Moss Community School Crescent Road , Crumpsall M8 5UF | - not rated | 4,108 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camberwell Park Specialist Support School Brookside Road , Moston M40 9GJ | - not rated | 916 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Camberwell Park Specialist Support School Brookside Road , Moston M40 9GJ | 1out of 4 | 940 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harpurhey Alternative Provision School Christ Church Parish Hall , Water Street M9 5US | - not rated | 1,512 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crosby Meadow School 71 Victoria Avenue East , Blackley M9 7HA | - not rated | 1,613 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Meadows School 71 Victoria Avenue East , Blackley M9 6HE | - not rated | 1,825 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mia Mustards Cafe Fourways | 773 Moston Lane | 85 yd | |
| AJ's Academy | Moston Lane | 333 yd | |
| British Raj | 399 Hollinwood Avenue | 607 yd | |
| Dilshad Tandoori Restaurant | 385 Hollinwood Avenue | 607 yd | |
| The Gourman Food Co | 2 Greengate East | 644 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Charlestown Hotel | The Charlestown Hotel, 204 Charlestown Road | 366 yd | |
| Gardeners Arms | Moston Lane | 390 yd | |
| St John Bosco Church Hall | Charlestown Road | 877 yd | |
| New Moston Conservative Club | 273 Moston Lane East | 930 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky House | 771 Moston Lane | 85 yd | |
| Harrys | 745 Moston Lane | 251 yd | |
| Lightbowne Chippy | 362 Lightbowne Road | 320 yd | |
| Toch Food | 12 Hinchley Road | 417 yd | |
| Double Fortune | 387 Hollinwood Avenue | 607 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester Creative And Media Academy For Boys (Closed) Charlestown Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 478 yd |
| Pure Gym (Manchester Moston) VICTORIA AVENUE EAST | health and fitness suite | 587 yd |
| St Matthews Roman Catholic High School NUTHURST ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 612 yd |
| Co-Op Academy North Manchester VICTORIA AVENUE EAST | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 687 yd |
| Manchester Creative And Media Academy For Girls (Closed) Brookside Road | 782 yd | |
| Broadhurst Park Stadium St Marys Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 799 yd |
| Broadhurst Park MOSTON LANE | grass pitches | 858 yd |
| Blackley Golf Club VICTORIA AVENUE EAST | golf | 992 yd |
| Broadway Leisure Centre BROADWAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,066 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% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 145.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.