Cranfield Close is in Manchester and in Manchester district. M40 7AY 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 Cranfield Close, Manchester, M40 7AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M40 7DR, M40 7HA, M40 7FA, M40 7DT, M40 7DS, M40 7DX, M40 7AU, M40 7EQ, M40 7DY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M40 7AY has a slightly higher male population, with 52.8% 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 | 42.9% | 47.2% | 4.3% | 51.0% | -3.8% |
| Male | 57.1% | 52.8% | -4.3% | 49.0% | 3.8% |
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 7AY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 59% 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 | 61.1% | 59% | -2.1% | 37.9% | 21.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 18.7% | 23.1% | 4.4% | 44.2% | -21.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 5.4% | 2.8% | -2.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 9.6% | -1.7% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 3.2% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 | 36.5% | 36.5% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -11.9% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 35.3% | 1.5% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 18% | 19% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 5.8% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 3.4% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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.
In the area around M40 7AY this area, 47.6% 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 15.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47.8% | 47.6% | -0.2% | 18.2% | 29.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 12.3% | -4.9% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.3% | 8.7% | -1.6% | 13.4% | -4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.9% | 10.3% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.9% | 15.9% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -17.9% |
| Other | 6.9% | 2.4% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 61.9% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 4.1% | 3.7% | -0.4% | 0.7% | 3.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 2.3% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 5.6% | 3% | -2.6% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
| Black African | 10.2% | 15.9% | 5.7% | 2.5% | 13.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 2.6% | 0.6% | -2.0% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.8% | 3% | -0.8% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 66.9% | 61.9% | -5.0% | 81.4% | -19.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.8% | 4% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 2.4% |
In this area, 73.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.5% | 73.9% | -6.6% | 83.2% | -9.3% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 7.4% | 6.3% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 10.2% | 9.2% | -1.0% | 2.7% | 6.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.9% | 8.6% | 0.7% | 5.6% | 3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78.9% | 73.9% | -5.0% | 83.2% | -9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 2.3% | 16.9% | 14.6% | 9.8% | 7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 3% | 4% | 1.0% | 2.9% | 1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 10.5% | 3.1% | -7.4% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 2.1% | -3.2% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.4% | 76.7% | -8.3% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| France | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 2.5% | 0.5% | 2.0% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31% | 37.2% | -6.2% |
| Christian | 48% | 46.2% | 1.8% |
| Buddhist | 2.8% | 0.5% | 2.3% |
| Muslim | 8.7% | 6.5% | 2.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cranfield Close was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Ancoats & Beswick 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 -36.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Cranfield Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £227,000 | 2025-01-31 | £228,071 |
| 28 Cranfield Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2015-09-11 | £183,305 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Looking after home or family | 28 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Other | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Education | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collyhurst Nursery School Teignmouth Avenue , Collyhurst M40 7QD | 4out of 4 | 1,204 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Martenscroft Nursery School & Children's Centre 33 Epping Street , Hulme M15 6PA | 4out of 4 | 3,201 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park View Community Primary Varley Street , Miles Platting M40 7EJ | 3out of 4 | 391 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's RC Primary School Carruthers Street , Ancoats M4 7EQ | 3out of 4 | 709 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's RC Primary School Livesey Street , Collyhurst M4 5HF | 2out of 4 | 866 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Islington Free School 10 Hugh Oldham Way , New Islington Marina M4 6EY | 4out of 4 | 913 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbott Community Primary School Livesey Street , Collyhurst M40 7PR | 4out of 4 | 986 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Manchester 38 Rayburn Way , M8 8DT | - not rated | 1,717 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| The East Manchester Academy 60 Grey Mare Lane , Beswick M11 3DS | 2out of 4 | 1,783 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Girls' Leadership Academy , Manchester 40 Rayburn Way , M8 8DT | - not rated | 1,827 yd | Free schools | No | Girls | More About School |
| Manchester Communication Academy Silchester Drive , Harpurhey M40 8NT | 3out of 4 | 1,852 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Belle Vue 301 Alan Turing Way , M11 3BS | - not rated | 1,924 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 | 1,863 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| LTE Group Whitworth House , Whitworth St M11 2WH | - not rated | 2,652 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Xaverian College Lower Park Road , M14 5RB | - not rated | 3,833 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Loreto College Chichester Road , Hulme M15 5PB | - not rated | 4,027 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,416 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sol Christian Academy 115 , Fairfield Street M12 6EL | - not rated | 1,410 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King of Kings Angel Meadow , Manchester M4 4DN | - not rated | 1,618 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cooperative College Holyoake House , Hanover Street M60 0AS | - not rated | 1,795 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chetham's School of Music Long Millgate , Manchester M3 1SB | - not rated | 2,088 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridge College Openshaw Campus , Whitworth Street M11 2GR | - not rated | 2,190 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boohoo -Manchester | 20 Pollard Street East | 179 yd | |
| Lunch Box Cafe | 17 Cambrian Street | 227 yd | |
| prettylittlething also T/as PLT Cafe | Wellington House, 1 Pollard Street East | 256 yd | |
| Bridge 5 Mill Ltd | Bridge 5 Mill, 22a Beswick Street | 369 yd | |
| Urban Delights | 110 Woodward Street | 425 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Squash Centre | National Squash Centre, Rowsley Street | 781 yd | |
| Flawd | 9 Keepers Quay | 851 yd | |
| Finders Keepers | 7 Keepers Quay | 855 yd | |
| Cask | Cotton Field Wharf, New Islington Marina, 2 New Union Street | 928 yd | |
| vivID lounge | Unit 6, 149a Great Ancoats Street | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tribrew Coffee Limited | Unit 149, 15 Pollard Street East | 195 yd | |
| Bartoky's Fusion | Unit 1, Beswick Street | 364 yd | |
| Cleos Nashville Kitchen also T/as Kebab Guys | 63-65 Beswick Street | 365 yd | |
| Tonys Chippy | 3 Piercy Street | 392 yd | |
| Tony's Chippy | 7 Piercy Street | 403 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Park View Community School VARLEY STREET | artificial grass pitch | 366 yd |
| Proper Gym SPECTATOR MILL SPECTATOR MILL SPECTATOR STREET | health and fitness suite | 405 yd |
| Miles Platting Swimming Pools (Closed) Varley Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 586 yd |
| Manchester Regional Arena Sportscity Sportscity Rowsley Street | athletics tracks | 730 yd |
| Sportcity Health And Fitness (Closed) Gate 13 Gate 13 Rowsley Street | health and fitness suite | 783 yd |
| Manchester National Squash Centre NATIONAL SQUASH CENTRE NATIONAL SQUASH CENTRE ROWSLEY STREET | athletics tracks, squash courts | 788 yd |
| Manchester Tennis And Football Centre SPORTCITY WAY | artificial grass pitch, indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 792 yd |
| Manchester City Fc (Etihad Stadium) ETIHAD STADIUM ETIHAD STADIUM ROWSLEY STREET | grass pitches | 999 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 31 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 28.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 37.27 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 37.27 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.