Fairfield Square is in Droylsden, Manchester and in Tameside district. M43 6AE is located in the Droylsden East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ashton-under-Lyne. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fairfield Square, Droylsden, Manchester, M43 6AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M43 6GW, M43 6GR, M43 6FB, M43 6HU, M43 6EB, M43 6AJ, M43 6GT, M43 6AN, M43 6TB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M43 6AE is primarily male, with 53.2% 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 | 51.5% | 46.8% | -4.7% | 51.0% | -4.2% |
| Male | 48.5% | 53.2% | 4.7% | 49.0% | 4.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.1% | 38.8% | 3.7% | 37.9% | 0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.6% | 48.2% | 2.6% | 44.2% | 4.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 2.2% | -2.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 4.5% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -4.6% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 4.9% | -4.3% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 | 39.9% | 41% | 1.1% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 36.7% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 16.2% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 4% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 25.1% | 21.3% | -3.8% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 8.4% | -7.1% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 14.2% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.4% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 17.3% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.8% | 31.1% | 9.3% | 33.8% | -2.7% |
| Other | 7.9% | 3.1% | -4.8% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 67.4% 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 | 3.4% | 1.4% | -2.0% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 5.8% | 9.1% | 3.3% | 0.7% | 8.4% |
| Indian | 2.4% | 0.4% | -2.0% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 5.8% | 4.4% | 2.7% | 3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 5.8% | 3.6% | -2.2% | 2.5% | 1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 72% | 67.4% | -4.6% | 81.4% | -14.0% |
| Arab | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 74.2% 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 | 80.9% | 74.2% | -6.7% | 83.2% | -9.0% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 5.5% | 3.6% | -1.9% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.2% | 15.1% | 5.9% | 5.6% | 9.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.2% | 74.2% | -6.0% | 83.2% | -9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 15.4% | 13.4% | 9.8% | 5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.4% | 2.5% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.8% | 3.6% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.6% | 4.3% | -6.3% | 1.9% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.7% | 76.7% | -3.0% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 5% | 0.3% | 4.7% |
| Southern Asia | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 12.9% | 13.5% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.6% | 37.2% | -7.6% |
| Christian | 56.7% | 46.2% | 10.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 9% | 6.5% | 2.5% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fairfield Square was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Audenshaw 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 -98.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47 Fairfield Square, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-04-16 | £168,504 |
| 41 Fairfield Square, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-11-03 | £208,780 |
| 49 Fairfield Square, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2020-12-03 | £389,824 |
| 49A Fairfield Square, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2002-03-28 | £574,914 |
M43 6AE 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 | 59 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Other | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reddish Vale Nursery School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7EU | 4out of 4 | 4,941 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Road Primary School Fairfield Road , Droylsden M43 6AF | 3out of 4 | 129 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's RC Primary School Clarendon Road , Audenshaw M34 5QA | 3out of 4 | 622 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School Church Street , Droylsden M43 7BR | 3out of 4 | 777 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Road Primary Academy Manchester Road , Droylsden M43 6GD | 2out of 4 | 783 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Clement's CofE Primary School Abbey Hey Lane , Higher Openshaw M11 1LR | 2out of 4 | 855 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield High School for Girls Fairfield Avenue , Droylsden M43 6AB | 4out of 4 | 105 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Droylsden Academy Manor Road , M43 6QD | 3out of 4 | 864 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wright Robinson College Abbey Hey Lane , Gorton M18 8RL | - not rated | 1,138 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laurus Ryecroft Lumb Lane , Droylsden M43 7LJ | - not rated | 2,451 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Audenshaw School Hazel Street , Audenshaw M34 5NB | 3out of 4 | 2,628 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LTE Group Whitworth House , Whitworth St M11 2WH | - not rated | 2,619 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Connell Coop College 301 Alan Turing Way , M11 3BS | - not rated | 2,958 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside College Beaufort Road , OL6 6NX | - not rated | 5,355 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorns School Sunnyside Moss Campus , Lumb Lane M34 5SF | 4out of 4 | 1,569 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Music Stuff Unit 2 , The Cuthbert Centre M11 2NA | - not rated | 2,166 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Gorton Hideout Youth Zone , 1 Queens Avenue M12 5PX | - not rated | 2,795 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridge College Openshaw Campus , Whitworth Street M11 2GR | - not rated | 2,989 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Melland High School Gorton Education Village , M18 7DT | 4out of 4 | 3,505 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moravian College | Fairfield Square, Fairfield Square | 105 yd | |
| Safari Tearoom | Street Record, Lock Keepers Court | 345 yd | |
| Papa Johns Pizza | Papa Johns Pizza, 72 Market Street | 511 yd | |
| Roma Cafe | Wharf Point, 85 Market Street | 514 yd | |
| Nicholson Academy | Nicholson Academy, 7 Craven Street | 520 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fitzroy Social Club | Fitzroy Social Club, Durham Street | 367 yd | |
| Audenshaw Masonic Hall | Audenshaw Masonic Hall Stanley House, Manchester Road | 474 yd | |
| Fairfield Arms | The Fairfield Arms, 92 Manchester Road | 474 yd | |
| Lazy Toad | The Lazy Toad, Ashton Hill Lane | 497 yd | |
| Church Inn | The Church Inn, 16 Ashton Road | 611 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sorrentos | 7 Station View, Ashton Old Road | 362 yd | |
| Giovannis | Giovannis, 69 Market Street | 444 yd | |
| Purple Flame | Purple Flame, 65 Market Street | 444 yd | |
| Bollywood Spice | Bollywood Spice, 59 Market Street | 452 yd | |
| Rosa Takeaway | Rosa Takeaway, 75 Market Street | 514 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Manchester Road | 639 yd | |
| B And M Bargains | Greenside Shopping Centre, Greenside Lane | 712 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 19 - 20 Greenside Shopping Centre, Greenside Lane | 712 yd | |
| Lidl | 1270 Ashton Old Road | 1,059 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fairfield High School FAIRFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 83 yd |
| Droylsden Swimming Pool (Closed) Manchester Road | swimming pool | 414 yd |
| Fighting Fit (Closed) Tollbar House Tollbar House Manchester Road | health and fitness suite | 468 yd |
| St Anne'S Rc Primary School BOOTH ROAD | grass pitches | 537 yd |
| Delamere Park Delamere Street | grass pitches, tennis courts | 649 yd |
| Copperas Lane Playing Fields LINDEN WAY | grass pitches | 694 yd |
| Sporting Edge Community Sports Centre SILVERLACE AVENUE | artificial grass pitch | 787 yd |
| Butchers Arms Ground Market Street | grass pitches | 809 yd |
| Muscle & Fitness 2000 UNIT 25 UNIT 25 GREENSIDE LANE | health and fitness suite | 896 yd |
| Aldwinians Rugby Union Football Club DROYLSDEN ROAD | grass pitches | 938 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 | 14.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 14.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 14.0% |
| 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 | 28.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 28.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 41.03 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 41.03 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.48 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.