Moston Lane is in Manchester and in Manchester district. M40 9JW is located in the Moston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Manchester Central. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Moston Lane, Manchester, M40 9JW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M40 9PT, M40 9LZ, M40 9JX, M40 9JU, M40 9LA, M40 9LX, M40 9JT, M40 9PY, M40 9JY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M40 9JW has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 49.1% | 48.4% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 50.9% | 51.6% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 9JW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.9% 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 | 44.4% | 42.9% | -1.5% | 37.9% | 5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.6% | 37.2% | -1.4% | 44.2% | -7.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 4% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 8.4% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 5.8% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 41.9% | 45% | 3.1% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 34.2% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 19.5% | 16.2% | -3.3% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 4% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
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 | 30.9% | 25.7% | -5.2% | 18.2% | 7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 15.9% | 0.7% | 9.6% | 6.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 16.8% | -2.0% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 4% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.6% | 13.7% | -2.9% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.3% | 21.2% | 10.9% | 33.8% | -12.6% |
| Other | 5.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 70.6% 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 | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 2.7% | 1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 7.9% | 7.9% | 2.5% | 5.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 4.3% | 3.9% | -0.4% | 0.9% | 3.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 90.6% | 70.6% | -20.0% | 81.4% | -10.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 2.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 79.8% 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 | 96.4% | 79.8% | -16.6% | 83.2% | -3.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 9.4% | 9.4% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 2.7% | 2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 3.6% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 79.8% | -14.4% | 83.2% | -3.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9% | 9.0% | 9.8% | -0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 7.6% | 7.6% | 2.9% | 4.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 2.5% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 1.1% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.1% | 76.7% | -8.6% |
| Ireland | 6.2% | 0.6% | 5.6% |
| Italy | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 3.6% | 0.3% | 3.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.6% | 37.2% | -9.6% |
| Christian | 54.8% | 46.2% | 8.6% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 12.2% | 6.5% | 5.7% |
| Sikh | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
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 been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 406 Moston Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2017-10-13 | £145,869 |
| 404 Moston Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £51,000 | 2011-12-15 | £119,112 |
| 406 Moston Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2010-03-24 | £160,668 |
| 400 Moston Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £94,995 | 2006-11-07 | £197,212 |
| 404 Moston Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £15,500 | 2002-09-12 | £76,424 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 3,050 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunny Brow Nursery School Sunny Brow Road , Archer Park M24 4AD | 4out of 4 | 4,343 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moston Fields Primary School Brookside Road , Moston M40 9GJ | 3out of 4 | 397 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lily Lane Primary School Kenyon Lane , Moston M40 9JP | 2out of 4 | 492 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Dunstan's RC Primary School Bacup Street , Moston M40 9HF | 3out of 4 | 512 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moston Lane Community Primary School Moston Lane , Moston M9 4HH | 3out of 4 | 607 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity CofE Primary School Capstan Street , Blackley M9 4DU | 3out of 4 | 1,130 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Matthew's RC High School Nuthurst Road , Moston M40 0EW | - not rated | 1,385 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy North Manchester 300 Victoria Avenue East , Blackley M9 7SS | 3out of 4 | 1,530 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Communication Academy Silchester Drive , Harpurhey M40 8NT | 3out of 4 | 2,201 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Manchester Plant Hill Road , Higher Blackley M9 0WQ | 3out of 4 | 2,667 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's RC High School Alworth Road , Higher Blackley M9 0RP | 3out of 4 | 3,225 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 4,375 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| LTE Group Whitworth House , Whitworth St M11 2WH | - not rated | 5,205 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 | 3,036 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 | 4out of 4 | 397 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harpurhey Alternative Provision School 979-981 Rochdale Road , M9 8AE | - not rated | 1,364 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Manchester Parish Hall , Water Street M9 5US | - not rated | 1,517 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Brook Academy Dean Street , Failsworth M35 0DQ | 2out of 4 | 1,958 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Teenage Works Failsworth , Partington Street M35 9RD | - not rated | 2,915 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akwaaba African Restaurant | 461 Moston Lane | 34 yd | |
| De Rock African Kitchen and Bar | 49 Kenyon Lane | 319 yd | |
| Ifeoma African Restaurant | 61 Kenyon Lane | 319 yd | |
| Yakoyos Restaurant | 55 Kenyon Lane | 319 yd | |
| Moston Suya | 43 Kenyon Lane | 338 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lightbowne Social Club | 18 Kenyon Lane | 376 yd | |
| Mowers Arms | 164 Moston Lane | 818 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Apple Chinese Takeaway | 398 Moston Lane | 4 yd | |
| Chesters | 352 Moston Lane | 198 yd | |
| The Megna | 51 Kenyon Lane | 319 yd | |
| Panda King | 63 Kenyon Lane | 319 yd | |
| Pizza Planet | 316 Moston Lane | 387 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Broadhurst Park MOSTON LANE | grass pitches | 428 yd |
| Manchester Creative And Media Academy For Girls (Closed) Brookside Road | 557 yd | |
| The Manchester College (Moston Campus) Ashley Lane | health and fitness suite | 732 yd |
| Broadhurst Park Stadium St Marys Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 852 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.