Dalton Street is in Manchester and in Manchester district. M40 7GS is located in the Harpurhey 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 Dalton Street, Manchester, M40 7GS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M40 7GY, M40 7GX, M40 7EB, M40 7ED, M40 7EH, M40 7RT, M40 7GT, M40 7GR, M4 4JF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M40 7GS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 44.6% | 51.3% | 6.7% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 55.4% | 48.7% | -6.7% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 7GS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 77.6% 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 | 73.9% | 77.6% | 3.7% | 37.9% | 39.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 19.4% | 17.2% | -2.2% | 44.2% | -27.0% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 3% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 3% | 2.2% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -6.9% |
| Widowed | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52.7% | 54.2% | 1.5% | 48.4% | 5.8% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 31.6% | 1.9% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 9.7% | -2.5% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 3.2% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 7GS this area, 7.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 59.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.9% | 7.5% | -10.4% | 18.2% | -10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 7.5% | -2.2% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.5% | 6.8% | -0.7% | 13.4% | -6.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 16.5% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.8% | 59.4% | 14.6% | 33.8% | 25.6% |
| Other | 6% | 2.3% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 59.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 12.7% | 12.7% | 0.7% | 12.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 5.7% | 4.3% | 2.7% | 3.0% |
| Other Asian | 6.1% | 0% | -6.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 6.1% | 10.8% | 4.7% | 2.5% | 8.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Other Black | 2.7% | 0.6% | -2.1% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| White | 75.7% | 59.2% | -16.5% | 81.4% | -22.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.5% | -0.2% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 56.6% 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 | 73% | 56.6% | -16.4% | 83.2% | -26.6% |
| European Union | 8.1% | 20.8% | 12.7% | 6.1% | 14.7% |
| Africa | 6.1% | 6.3% | 0.2% | 2.7% | 3.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.8% | 16.4% | 7.6% | 5.6% | 10.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 72.3% | 56.6% | -15.7% | 83.2% | -26.6% |
| 10+ Years | 8.1% | 10.7% | 2.6% | 9.8% | 0.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.1% | 5% | -3.1% | 2.9% | 2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.8% | 10.7% | 3.9% | 2.2% | 8.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 17% | 12.3% | 1.9% | 15.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.3% | 76.7% | -13.4% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 3.8% | 0.6% | 3.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 6.3% | 1.3% | 5.0% |
| Romania | 4.4% | 0.9% | 3.5% |
| Other EU countries | 4.4% | 1.5% | 2.9% |
| North Africa | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 3.2% | 0.3% | 2.9% |
| Middle East | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 3.2% | 0.3% | 2.9% |
| British Overseas Territories | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 4.4% | 13.5% | -9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.3% | 37.2% | 13.1% |
| Christian | 28% | 46.2% | -18.2% |
| Buddhist | 5.1% | 0.5% | 4.6% |
| Muslim | 8.9% | 6.5% | 2.4% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dalton Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Cheetham average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 68 Dalton Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2022-07-29 | £234,060 |
| 78 Dalton Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2021-06-22 | £178,388 |
| 72 Dalton Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2018-06-12 | £163,546 |
| 64 Dalton Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2016-03-31 | £159,501 |
| 60 Dalton Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £74,950 | 2012-02-14 | £179,524 |
M40 7GS 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.
The percentage of student residents living in M40 7GS 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 | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Retired | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collyhurst Nursery School Teignmouth Avenue , Collyhurst M40 7QD | 4out of 4 | 626 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ancoats Nursery School Palmerston Street , Ancoats M12 6PE | - not rated | 1,938 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor Community Nursery Centre Clarence Street , Grosvenor Square M7 9UQ | - not rated | 2,136 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnes Green Nursery School Beech Mount , Harpurhey M9 1XS | - not rated | 2,364 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradshaw Community Nursery Centre Devonshire Street , M7 4RF | - not rated | 2,649 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbott Community Primary School Livesey Street , Collyhurst M40 7PR | 4out of 4 | 217 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Livesey Street , Collyhurst M4 5HF | 3out of 4 | 355 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's RC Primary School Livesey Street , Collyhurst M4 5HF | - not rated | 355 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Malachy's RC Primary School Eggington Street , Collyhurst M40 7RG | 3out of 4 | 753 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Saviour CofE Primary School Eggington Street , Collyhurst M40 7RH | 2out of 4 | 867 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 3out of 4 | 590 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Eden Girls' Leadership Academy, Manchester 40 Rayburn Way , M8 8DT | 3out of 4 | 766 yd | Free schools | No | Girls | More About School |
| Manchester Creative Studio 16 Blossom Street , M4 5AW | - not rated | 1,018 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Communication Academy Silchester Drive , Harpurhey M40 8NT | 3out of 4 | 1,482 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moston Brook High School Northampton Road , M40 5BP | - not rated | 2,248 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City College Manchester Whitworth Street , M1 3HB | - not rated | 1,923 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shena Simon College 34 Whitworth Street , M1 3HB | - not rated | 1,923 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Connell Co-Op College 301 Alan Turing Way , M11 3BS | - not rated | 3,059 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| LTE Group Whitworth House , Whitworth St M11 2WH | - not rated | 3,838 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Manchester College Openshaw Campus , Ashton Old Road M11 2WH | - not rated | 3,838 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 | 2,445 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abraham Moss Community School Crescent Road , Crumpsall M8 5UF | - not rated | 2,445 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Manchester Po Box 88 , Sackville Street M60 1QD | - not rated | 591 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cooperative College Holyoake House , Hanover Street M60 0AS | - not rated | 1,063 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Digital Advantage Hanover Street , M60 0AS | - not rated | 1,064 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen's Park School Marston Street , M40 7US | - not rated | 1,212 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard House Specialist High School 6 Sawley Road , M40 8EZ | - not rated | 1,293 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheila's Meals | The Great American Car Wash, Back St Georges Road | 437 yd | |
| Flamingo Restaurant and Bar | 6 Honey Street | 496 yd | |
| Harty's Coffee Cafe | 27 Fairholme, Collingham Street | 507 yd | |
| Royal Mail - Eurest | Manchester Mail Centre, 77 Oldham Road | 589 yd | |
| Nudo Sushi Box Ltd | 156-160 Oldham Road | 633 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marble Arch Inn | The Marble Arch, 73 Rochdale Road | 556 yd | |
| GRUB | 50 Red Bank | 697 yd | |
| Red Bank Pop Up 21 | Arch 21, Red Bank | 777 yd | |
| The Angel | The Angel Inn, 6 Angel Street | 790 yd | |
| Green Arches (BAR) | Unit 11, Red Bank | 836 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vegan Shack | 184 Rochdale Road | 577 yd | |
| China Express | 134 Oldham Road | 641 yd | |
| Jungle Grill Express Delivery | 51 North Street | 747 yd | |
| Food Junction M/cr | 11 Stocks Street | 776 yd | |
| Goody’s Flame Grill | 261 Oldham Road | 781 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wing Yip | 2 Cassidy Close | 664 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pace Health Club & Nu Spa CHEETHAM HILL ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 977 yd |
| Miles Platting Swimming Pools (Closed) Varley Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,007 yd |
| Goals Soccer Centre (Manchester) IRISH TOWN WAY | artificial grass pitch | 1,017 yd |
| The Co-Op Sports And Social Club New Century House New Century House Corporation Street | 1,022 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 53.74 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 53.74 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.