Manchester Road is in Droylsden, Manchester and in Tameside district. M43 6HE 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 Manchester Road, Droylsden, Manchester, M43 6HE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M43 6UD, M43 6LZ, M43 6PQ, M43 6FZ, M43 6PG, M43 6HB, M43 6HF, M43 6PJ, M43 6PW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M43 6HE is primarily male, with 56.8% 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 | 50.2% | 43.2% | -7.0% | 51.0% | -7.8% |
| Male | 49.8% | 56.8% | 7.0% | 49.0% | 7.8% |
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 6HE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.1% 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 | 43.5% | 49.1% | 5.6% | 37.9% | 11.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.5% | 26.2% | -3.3% | 44.2% | -18.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 0.3% | 4.4% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 4.2% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 7.9% | -4.5% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 7.9% | -3.5% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 34.7% | 32.2% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -16.2% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 40.8% | 1.5% | 33.6% | 7.2% |
| Fair health | 20.1% | 17.6% | -2.5% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 8.2% | 4.5% | 4.0% | 4.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
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 22.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.3% | 27.2% | -11.1% | 18.2% | 9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 11.5% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 15.7% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.5% | 4.1% | 3.6% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 17.1% | 3.6% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.8% | 22.1% | 12.3% | 33.8% | -11.7% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.3% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77.7% 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% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 1.1% | 2.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 2.8% | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 8.5% | 6.7% | 2.5% | 6.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| White | 96.3% | 77.7% | -18.6% | 81.4% | -3.7% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 78.2% 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 | 96.3% | 78.2% | -18.1% | 83.2% | -5.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 8.9% | 7.5% | 2.7% | 6.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 6% | 4.2% | 5.6% | 0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 78.5% | -16.0% | 83.2% | -4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 14.6% | 14.6% | 9.8% | 4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 3.2% | -1.4% | 1.9% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.5% | 76.7% | -0.2% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 2% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.8% | 37.2% | -9.4% |
| Christian | 59.2% | 46.2% | 13.0% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 6.9% | 6.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Manchester Road 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 been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 257 Manchester Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2022-11-25 | £108,390 |
| 255 Manchester Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £63,000 | 2013-07-24 | £117,833 |
| 209 Manchester Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £23,000 | 2001-11-29 | £95,205 |
| 215 Manchester Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £33,000 | 2001-09-03 | £137,727 |
| 227 Manchester Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £37,000 | 2001-08-10 | £152,531 |
M43 6HE 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 | 80 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collyhurst Nursery School Teignmouth Avenue , Collyhurst M40 7QD | 4out of 4 | 4,939 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester Road Primary Academy Manchester Road , Droylsden M43 6GD | 2out of 4 | 81 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Road Primary School Fairfield Road , Droylsden M43 6AF | 3out of 4 | 581 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenside Primary School Greenside Lane , Droylsden M43 7RA | 3out of 4 | 860 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Higher Openshaw Community School Saunton Road , Higher Openshaw M11 1AJ | 3out of 4 | 930 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seymour Road Academy Seymour Road South , M11 4PR | 3out of 4 | 987 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Droylsden Academy Manor Road , M43 6QD | 3out of 4 | 267 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield High School for Girls Fairfield Avenue , Droylsden M43 6AB | 4out of 4 | 813 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Wright Robinson College Abbey Hey Lane , Gorton M18 8RL | - not rated | 1,722 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laurus Ryecroft Lumb Lane , Droylsden M43 7LJ | - not rated | 2,351 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Belle Vue 301 Alan Turing Way , M11 3BS | - not rated | 2,461 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | 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 | 2,341 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Connell Coop College 301 Alan Turing Way , M11 3BS | - not rated | 2,482 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music Stuff Unit 2 , The Cuthbert Centre M11 2NA | - not rated | 1,863 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawthorns School Sunnyside Moss Campus , Lumb Lane M34 5SF | 4out of 4 | 1,944 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridge College Openshaw Campus , Whitworth Street M11 2GR | - not rated | 2,630 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Gorton Hideout Youth Zone , 1 Queens Avenue M12 5PX | - not rated | 2,779 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Teenage Works Failsworth , Partington Street M35 9RD | - not rated | 3,498 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safari Tearoom | Street Record, Lock Keepers Court | 506 yd | |
| Kakoli Restaurant | Kakoli Restaurant, 242 Manor Road | 546 yd | |
| Four Four Brew At Droylsden Community & Sports Centre | Four Four Brew At Droylsden Community Sports Centre, 96 Lewis Road | 752 yd | |
| The Hideout | The Hideout, 3 Queens Walk | 763 yd | |
| Moravian College | Fairfield Square, Fairfield Square | 775 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jolly Carter Inn | Jolly Carter Inn, 231 Manchester Road | 3 yd | |
| Droylsden Working Mens Club | Droylsden Working Mens Club, Carpenters Walk | 70 yd | |
| Buxton Inn | Buxton Inn, 339 Manchester Road | 393 yd | |
| Halfway House Hotel | Halfway House Pub, 435 Manchester Road | 717 yd | |
| Fitzroy Social Club | Fitzroy Social Club, Durham Street | 794 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Star | Happy Star, 103 Manchester Road | 323 yd | |
| Jubilee 2000 | Jubilee 2000, 413 Manchester Road | 569 yd | |
| Boston Fried Chicken | Boston Fried Chicken, 415 Manchester Road | 569 yd | |
| Mr Lin | Mr Lin, 5 Manor Road | 581 yd | |
| Burgerfy | Burgerfy, 302 Edge Lane | 698 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Manchester Road | 636 yd | |
| B And M Bargains | Greenside Shopping Centre, Greenside Lane | 730 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 19 - 20 Greenside Shopping Centre, Greenside Lane | 730 yd | |
| Morrisons | 1 Lime Square, Ashton Old Road | 958 yd | |
| Lidl | 1270 Ashton Old Road | 1,036 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Droylsden Academy MANOR ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 389 yd |
| Droylsden Academy (Closed) Manor Road | grass pitches | 402 yd |
| Copperas Lane Playing Fields LINDEN WAY | grass pitches | 444 yd |
| Droylsden Swimming Pool (Closed) Manchester Road | swimming pool | 594 yd |
| Fighting Fit (Closed) Tollbar House Tollbar House Manchester Road | health and fitness suite | 648 yd |
| Greenside Lane Playing Fields ASH TREE AVENUE | grass pitches | 684 yd |
| Sunnybank Park LEWIS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 687 yd |
| Fairfield High School FAIRFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 726 yd |
| Sporting Edge Community Sports Centre SILVERLACE AVENUE | artificial grass pitch | 747 yd |
| Muscle & Fitness 2000 UNIT 25 UNIT 25 GREENSIDE LANE | health and fitness suite | 821 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 | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 80.0% |
| 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.