Fairfield Road is in Droylsden, Manchester and in Tameside district. M43 6AX 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 Road, Droylsden, Manchester, M43 6AX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M43 6TD, M43 6AW, M11 1PL, M11 1ES, M11 1JP, M11 1PN, M11 1ET, M11 1EU, M11 1FT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M43 6AX has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 47.5% | 50% | 2.5% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 52.5% | 50% | -2.5% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 M43 6AX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.7% 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 | 47.8% | 45.7% | -2.1% | 37.9% | 7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.1% | 42% | 11.9% | 44.2% | -2.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 2.1% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 7% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 8% | 2.5% | -5.5% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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% | 45.4% | 3.5% | 48.4% | -3.0% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 35.1% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 12.2% | -2.2% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 6.4% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 28.8% | 16.5% | -12.3% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 9.1% | -7.3% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 15.2% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 7% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.8% | 19.3% | 2.5% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.5% | 31.3% | 19.8% | 33.8% | -2.5% |
| Other | 3.1% | 1.6% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.7% 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 | 2.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 5.5% | 5.5% | 2.7% | 2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 6.1% | 4.7% | 2.5% | 3.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 91.9% | 74.7% | -17.2% | 81.4% | -6.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 82.9% 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 | 94.7% | 82.9% | -11.8% | 83.2% | -0.3% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 7% | 5.9% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 4% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 5.5% | 3.0% | 5.6% | -0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 82.9% | -10.8% | 83.2% | -0.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.8% | 8.8% | 9.8% | -1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 4% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 2.4% | -1.5% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 2.8% | 0.4% | 2.4% |
| Poland | 3.1% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28% | 37.2% | -9.2% |
| Christian | 48.9% | 46.2% | 2.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 8.3% | 6.5% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 11.7% | 6.0% | 5.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fairfield Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Droylsden East 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 -41.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xeo Centre, 157 - 159 Fairfield Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2017-01-09 | £705,476 |
| Full-Time Employee | 110 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trafalgar Nursery School John Street East , OL7 0NH | - not rated | 3,608 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fir Tree Nursery School Mill Lane , North Reddish SK5 6TP | - not rated | 3,804 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ancoats Nursery School Palmerston Street , Ancoats M12 6PE | - not rated | 4,238 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shakespeare Nursery School Stockport Road , Chorlton-on-Medlock M13 9BN | - not rated | 4,592 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Reddish Vale Nursery School Reddish Vale Road , Reddish SK5 7EU | 4out of 4 | 4,885 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 Grove Street , Droylsden M43 6AF | - not rated | 298 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Clement's CofE Primary School Abbey Hey Lane , Higher Openshaw M11 1LR | 3out of 4 | 585 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Road Primary Academy Manchester Road , Droylsden M43 6GD | 3out of 4 | 647 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Road Primary School Manchester Road , Droylsden M43 6GD | - not rated | 647 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Clarendon Road , Audenshaw M34 5QA | 3out of 4 | 832 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Gregory's RC High School Stopford Street , Higher Openshaw M11 1FG | - not rated | 269 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield High School for Girls Fairfield Avenue , Droylsden M43 6AB | 3out of 4 | 391 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Fairfield High School for Girls Fairfield Avenue , Droylsden M43 6AB | - not rated | 391 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Droylsden Academy Manor Road , M43 6QD | 3out of 4 | 830 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Droylsden School Mathematics and Computing College for Girls Manor Road , Droylsden M43 6QD | - not rated | 954 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | 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 | 2,279 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Manchester College Openshaw Campus , Ashton Old Road M11 2WH | - not rated | 2,279 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Connell Co-Op College 301 Alan Turing Way , M11 3BS | - not rated | 2,629 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Xaverian College Lower Park Road , M14 5RB | - not rated | 5,330 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton Old Road Independent School 1484 Ashton Old Road , Openshawe M11 1HL | - not rated | 389 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Progressive School 1524 Ashton Old Road , M11 1HN | - not rated | 487 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Settlement New Roundhouse , 1328-1330 Ashton Old Road M11 1JG | - not rated | 546 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Hey Pupil Referral Unit Abbey Hey Lane , Abbey Hey M18 8TJ | - not rated | 724 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Vale School 329 North Road , Clayton M11 4NY | - not rated | 1,670 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester Settlement | New Roundhouse, 1328-1330 Ashton Old Road | 541 yd | |
| Moravian College | Fairfield Square, Fairfield Square | 547 yd | |
| Safari Tearoom | Street Record, Lock Keepers Court | 574 yd | |
| Marco Reas Diner | Lime Square, Ashton Old Road | 601 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurant | Lime Square, Ashton Old Road | 601 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Droylsden Working Mens Club | Droylsden Working Mens Club, Carpenters Walk | 484 yd | |
| Jolly Carter Inn | Jolly Carter Inn, 231 Manchester Road | 551 yd | |
| Higher Openshaw W M Club | 49 Stanley Street | 563 yd | |
| Lord Raglan | 1290 Ashton Old Road | 655 yd | |
| Buxton Inn | Buxton Inn, 339 Manchester Road | 734 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| J's Kitchen | 1408 Ashton Old Road | 356 yd | |
| Foodaholic | 1351 Ashton Old Road | 461 yd | |
| Lucky's | 1305-1307 Ashton Old Road | 524 yd | |
| Sunrise Caribbean | 1317 Ashton Old Road | 524 yd | |
| Cluck N Crust | 1340 Ashton Old Road | 541 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 1270 Ashton Old Road | 650 yd | |
| Morrisons | 1 Lime Square, Ashton Old Road | 669 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Manchester Road | 878 yd | |
| B And M Bargains | Greenside Shopping Centre, Greenside Lane | 974 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 19 - 20 Greenside Shopping Centre, Greenside Lane | 974 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Copperas Lane Playing Fields LINDEN WAY | grass pitches | 287 yd |
| Sporting Edge Community Sports Centre SILVERLACE AVENUE | artificial grass pitch | 355 yd |
| Fairfield High School FAIRFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 391 yd |
| Delamere Park Delamere Street | grass pitches, tennis courts | 457 yd |
| The Gym (Manchester Ashton Old Road) 22 LIME SQUARE 22 LIME SQUARE ASHTON OLD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 607 yd |
| Droylsden Swimming Pool (Closed) Manchester Road | swimming pool | 692 yd |
| Fighting Fit (Closed) Tollbar House Tollbar House Manchester Road | health and fitness suite | 765 yd |
| St Anne'S Rc Primary School BOOTH ROAD | grass pitches | 829 yd |
| Droylsden Academy MANOR ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 942 yd |
| Droylsden Academy (Closed) Manor Road | grass pitches | 954 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 | 78.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 64.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 14.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 14.3% |
| 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 | 21.4% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.