Legwood Court is in Urmston, Manchester and in Trafford district. M41 5BQ is located in the Urmston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stretford and Urmston. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Legwood Court, Urmston, Manchester, M41 5BQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M41 5BF, M41 5BS, M41 5BG, M41 5AL, M41 5BH, M41 9DF, M41 5BN, M41 9DH, M41 5BT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M41 5BQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 50.3% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 48.4% | 49.7% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 M41 5BQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.9% 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 | 39.3% | 44.9% | 5.6% | 37.9% | 7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.9% | 31.9% | -7.0% | 44.2% | -12.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3.9% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 8.7% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 11.5% | 9.8% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
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 | 43.5% | 37% | -6.5% | 48.4% | -11.4% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 37% | 6.2% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 17.8% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 4% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 4% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 2.8% |
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 | 25.2% | 22.4% | -2.8% | 18.2% | 4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 10.2% | -0.9% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 13.4% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 5.1% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 14.2% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.2% | 32.3% | 2.1% | 33.8% | -1.5% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.4% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.9% | 1.7% | -0.2% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.3% | 2% | -0.3% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| White | 91.2% | 87.1% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 5.7% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.1% | 95.3% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 95.6% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 0.3% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.1% | 37.2% | 3.9% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Legwood Court was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Urmston 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 -11.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Legwood Court, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-04-17 | £220,000 |
| 21 Legwood Court, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2025-02-28 | £138,700 |
| 13 Legwood Court, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2025-01-15 | £212,832 |
| 28 Legwood Court, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2025-01-06 | £181,686 |
| 8 Legwood Court, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2024-09-10 | £206,594 |
M41 5BQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Martyrs' RC Primary School Wycliffe Road , Urmston M41 5AH | 3out of 4 | 366 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Urmston Primary School Wycliffe Road , Urmston M41 5AH | 3out of 4 | 384 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School Cornhill Rd , Davyhulme M41 5TJ | 3out of 4 | 999 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Flixton Primary School Delamere Road , Flixton M41 5QL | 3out of 4 | 1,133 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Davyhulme Primary School Canterbury Road , Davyhulme M41 0RX | 4out of 4 | 1,152 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urmston Grammar Academy Newton Road , Urmston M41 5UG | 4out of 4 | 364 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Flixton Girls School Flixton Road , Trafford M41 5DR | 3out of 4 | 599 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Antony's Roman Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy Bradfield Road , Urmston M41 9PD | - not rated | 1,890 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellacre Technology Academy Irlam Road , Flixton M41 6AP | 3out of 4 | 2,291 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Lostock High School Selby Road , Stretford M32 9PL | 3out of 4 | 2,530 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trafford College Group Talbot Road , Stretford M32 0XH | - not rated | 5,397 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbotsford Preparatory School 211 Flixton Road , Urmston M41 5PR | - not rated | 641 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Egerton High School Kingsway Park , Urmston M41 7FZ | 3out of 4 | 2,037 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Audley Avenue , M32 9TG | 3out of 4 | 2,323 yd | Free schools special | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Delamere School Irlam Road , Flixton M41 6AP | 4out of 4 | 2,413 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Academy Sale Manor Avenue , M33 5JX | 3out of 4 | 2,881 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Explorers | 106-108 Flixton Road | 138 yd | |
| Spice Mafia / Bull Burgers | 43 Flixton Road | 246 yd | |
| La Torre | 94 Flixton Road | 283 yd | |
| Adrak Restaurant | 96 Flixton Road | 283 yd | |
| Samirs Restaurant Middle Eastern Food | 80 Flixton Road | 283 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Copper Hatch | 122 Flixton Road | 86 yd | |
| The Tim Bobbin | 41 Flixton Road | 246 yd | |
| Flixton Conservative Club | Abbotsfield, 193 Flixton Road | 411 yd | |
| Urmston Cricket, Hockey, Bowls, Tennis & Social Club | The Clubhouse, Moorside Road | 437 yd | |
| Prairie Schooner Taphouse | 33 Flixton Road | 479 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urmston Fish Bar | 148 Flixton Road | 94 yd | |
| Canton Taste Chinese | 116 Flixton Road | 136 yd | |
| Milano | 63 Flixton Road | 246 yd | |
| Yummy | 15 Flixton Road | 479 yd | |
| Tele Pizza | 29 Flixton Road | 479 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Unit 24, Golden Way | 584 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Eden Square | 621 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Urmston Grammar Academy NEWTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 353 yd |
| Abbotsfield Park Chassen Road | tennis courts | 369 yd |
| Urmston Sports Club MOORSIDE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 437 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Urmston) FLIXTON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 588 yd |
| Chassen Road Chassen Road | grass pitches | 591 yd |
| Flixton Girls' School Flixton Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 696 yd |
| Urmston Leisure Centre BOWFELL ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 730 yd |
| Abbotsford Preparatory School FLIXTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 746 yd |
| Trafford Football Club SHAWE ROAD | grass pitches | 751 yd |
| William Wroe Golf Course (Closed) Penny Bridge Lane | golf | 862 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 | 64 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.