Silchester Drive is in Manchester and in Manchester district. M40 8BN is located in the Harpurhey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blackley and Broughton. This postcode has been in use since 2005-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Silchester Drive, Manchester, M40 8BN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M40 8BL, M40 8AL, M40 8BD, M40 8BE, M40 8NN, M40 8BH, M40 8NT, M40 8RG, M40 8RL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M40 8BN is primarily male, with 58% of the population 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 | 48.5% | 42% | -6.5% | 51.0% | -9.0% |
| Male | 51.5% | 58% | 6.5% | 49.0% | 9.0% |
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 8BN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.2% 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 | 48.4% | 46.2% | -2.2% | 37.9% | 8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.6% | 40.2% | 11.6% | 44.2% | -4.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 6% | 4% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 7% | -2.9% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 2% | -5.1% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.1% | 51.9% | 0.8% | 48.4% | 3.5% |
| Good health | 23.8% | 30.2% | 6.4% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 11.2% | -3.3% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 3.7% | -3.8% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 3% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 | 33% | 20.1% | -12.9% | 18.2% | 1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.2% | 11.6% | 3.4% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.9% | 11.1% | 1.2% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.5% | 5% | 4.5% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.9% | 11.1% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.2% | 37.2% | 18.0% | 33.8% | 3.4% |
| Other | 24.2% | 4% | -20.2% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 32.2% 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 | 5.3% | 2.7% | -2.6% | 0.7% | 2.0% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 3.4% | 2.1% | 3.1% | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 10.6% | 9.3% | 2.7% | 7.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 11% | 10.1% | 1.6% | 9.4% |
| Black African | 18.9% | 26.9% | 8.0% | 2.5% | 24.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 4.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3.1% | 0.4% | -2.7% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 3.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% | 0.4% | 2.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 54.6% | 32.2% | -22.4% | 81.4% | -49.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, just 37.8% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 44.1% | 37.8% | -6.3% | 83.2% | -45.4% |
| European Union | 24.7% | 11.8% | -12.9% | 6.1% | 5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 17.6% | 24.4% | 6.8% | 2.7% | 21.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 11.5% | 24.8% | 13.3% | 5.6% | 19.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 37.8% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 23.2% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 41.9% | 37.6% | -4.3% | 83.2% | -45.6% |
| 10+ Years | 17.2% | 23.2% | 6.0% | 9.8% | 13.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 20.3% | 9.9% | -10.4% | 2.9% | 7.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 12.8% | 17.1% | 4.3% | 2.2% | 14.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.9% | 12.2% | 4.3% | 1.9% | 10.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 38.3% | 76.7% | -38.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 4.2% | 0.6% | 3.6% |
| Portugal | 4.9% | 0.5% | 4.4% |
| Spain | 3.4% | 0.4% | 3.0% |
| Poland | 3.8% | 1.3% | 2.5% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 3% | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 9.1% | 0.3% | 8.8% |
| Middle East | 6.8% | 0.1% | 6.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 4.9% | 1.2% | 3.7% |
| South-East Asia | 2.7% | 0.2% | 2.5% |
| No passport held | 15.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.6% | 37.2% | -12.6% |
| Christian | 40.2% | 46.2% | -6.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 22.3% | 6.5% | 15.8% |
| Not answered | 11.7% | 6.0% | 5.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Silchester Drive was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Crumpsall 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 much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat E 29 Silchester Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2025-03-27 | £139,867 |
| Flat F 29 Silchester Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2016-05-25 | £110,886 |
| Flat A 29 Silchester Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £96,000 | 2006-01-27 | £182,158 |
| Flat E 29 Silchester Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £97,995 | 2005-01-31 | £226,721 |
| Flat A 29 Silchester Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £95,995 | 2005-01-28 | £222,094 |
The percentage of student residents living in M40 8BN 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 | 61 |
| Looking after home or family | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Retired | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Education | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collyhurst Nursery School Teignmouth Avenue , Collyhurst M40 7QD | 4out of 4 | 876 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnes Green Nursery School Beech Mount , Harpurhey M9 1XS | - not rated | 1,027 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ancoats Nursery School Palmerston Street , Ancoats M12 6PE | - not rated | 2,872 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradshaw Community Nursery Centre Devonshire Street , M7 4RF | - not rated | 3,081 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor Community Nursery Centre Clarence Street , Grosvenor Square M7 9UQ | - not rated | 3,180 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester Communication Primary Academy 49 Parkstead Drive , Harpurhey M9 5QN | 3out of 4 | 246 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's CofE Primary School St Augustine Street , Monsall M40 8PL | 3out of 4 | 450 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Upper Monsall Street , Miles Platting M40 8NG | 3out of 4 | 593 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's RC Primary School Upper Monsall Street , Miles Platting M40 8NG | - not rated | 593 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burgess Primary School Monsall Road , Harpurhey M9 5QE | - not rated | 613 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester Communication Academy Silchester Drive , Harpurhey M40 8NT | 3out of 4 | 0 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moston Brook High School Northampton Road , M40 5BP | - not rated | 973 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Girls' Leadership Academy, Manchester 40 Rayburn Way , M8 8DT | 3out of 4 | 1,139 yd | Free schools | No | Girls | More About School |
| Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Manchester 38 Rayburn Way , M8 8DT | 3out of 4 | 1,282 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Manchester Creative Studio 16 Blossom Street , M4 5AW | - not rated | 2,409 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connell Co-Op College 301 Alan Turing Way , M11 3BS | - not rated | 3,299 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City College Manchester Whitworth Street , M1 3HB | - not rated | 3,348 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shena Simon College 34 Whitworth Street , M1 3HB | - not rated | 3,348 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| LTE Group Whitworth House , Whitworth St M11 2WH | - not rated | 4,185 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Manchester College Openshaw Campus , Ashton Old Road M11 2WH | - not rated | 4,185 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 | 1,873 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abraham Moss Community School Crescent Road , Crumpsall M8 5UF | - not rated | 1,873 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen's Park School Marston Street , M40 7US | - not rated | 273 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Manchester Harpurhey Community Church , Carisbrook Street M9 5UX | - not rated | 1,070 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard House Specialist High School 6 Sawley Road , M40 8EZ | - not rated | 1,140 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lighthouse Christian School 193 Ashley Lane , Moston M9 4NQ | - not rated | 1,493 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leacroft School Corelli Street , Miles Platting M40 8HX | - not rated | 1,500 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win Wah | 615 Rochdale Road | 233 yd | |
| Billy's Butties | Monsall Mill, Monsall Road | 618 yd | |
| The Cafe | Ground Floor Unit 1 Snack Bar, 1 Beckford Street | 787 yd | |
| Quality Cafe and Grill | Unit 9a, Wilsons Park, Monsall Road | 800 yd | |
| Harpurhey Neighbourhood Project Bee Warm Hub | Harpurhey Neighbourhood Project, Carisbrook Street | 819 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Hotel | Sedgeford Road | 263 yd | |
| The Valley | The Valley, Glendower Drive | 413 yd | |
| The Shiredale | 102 Fernclough Road | 710 yd | |
| Smedley Hotel | 181 Hendham Vale | 873 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TK’s Fried Chicken and Pizza | 405 Queens Road | 190 yd | |
| Spice Cabin | 8 Tavistock Square | 488 yd | |
| Biso Hut | 624-626 Oldham Road | 856 yd | |
| Otalenu Kitchen | 2 Hulme Hall Lane | 865 yd | |
| Vegan Shack | 184 Rochdale Road | 913 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harpurhey Mini Market | 805-809 Rochdale Road | 939 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester Communication Academy SILCHESTER DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 145 yd |
| Goals Soccer Centre (Manchester) IRISH TOWN WAY | artificial grass pitch | 1,024 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.