Sunnybank Road is in Droylsden, Manchester and in Tameside district. M43 6PJ is located in the Droylsden West 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 Sunnybank Road, Droylsden, Manchester, M43 6PJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M43 6PP, M43 6GD, M43 6PR, M43 6HF, M43 6PB, M43 6PL, M43 6PG, M43 6PQ, M43 6HH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M43 6PJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 50.9% | 49.8% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 49.1% | 50.2% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 6PJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.6% 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 | 36.4% | 46.6% | 10.2% | 37.9% | 8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.5% | 37.2% | -7.3% | 44.2% | -7.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 4% | 4.2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 6.3% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 4.2% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 | 41.7% | 43.2% | 1.5% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 32% | -6.4% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 17.1% | 5.5% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 5% | -1.9% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.8% | 25.8% | -6.0% | 18.2% | 7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.1% | 12.1% | -7.0% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 15.3% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 6.3% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.6% | 17.4% | 1.8% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.4% | 23.2% | 12.8% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 6.4% | 0% | -6.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.3% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 3.7% | 0.9% | -2.8% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Pakistani | 3.7% | 1.4% | -2.3% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 6.9% | 6.9% | 2.5% | 4.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 89.4% | 79.3% | -10.1% | 81.4% | -2.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
In this area, 82.3% 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 | 92.1% | 82.3% | -9.8% | 83.2% | -0.9% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 6.8% | 6.3% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 4.5% | 2.6% | 2.7% | 1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.6% | 4.1% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.1% | 81.9% | -10.2% | 83.2% | -1.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 8.1% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 3.2% | 1.3% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 4.5% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 2.3% | -1.4% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.6% | 76.7% | -3.1% |
| Italy | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.6% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 53.4% | 46.2% | 7.2% |
| Hindu | 3.6% | 1.7% | 1.9% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sunnybank 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 -64.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bungalow Sunnybank Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £282,000 | 2023-08-11 | £299,168 |
| 3 Sunnybank Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2021-03-12 | £182,778 |
| 9 Sunnybank Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £184,500 | 2021-03-03 | £240,875 |
| 11 Sunnybank Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2016-06-15 | £219,715 |
| 9 Sunnybank Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,500 | 2008-04-04 | £210,778 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| 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 | 4,780 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 | 87 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Road Primary School Fairfield Road , Droylsden M43 6AF | 3out of 4 | 743 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seymour Road Academy Seymour Road South , M11 4PR | 3out of 4 | 832 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Higher Openshaw Community School Saunton Road , Higher Openshaw M11 1AJ | 3out of 4 | 858 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenside Primary School Greenside Lane , Droylsden M43 7RA | 3out of 4 | 861 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 276 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield High School for Girls Fairfield Avenue , Droylsden M43 6AB | 4out of 4 | 973 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Wright Robinson College Abbey Hey Lane , Gorton M18 8RL | - not rated | 1,852 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Belle Vue 301 Alan Turing Way , M11 3BS | - not rated | 2,344 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laurus Ryecroft Lumb Lane , Droylsden M43 7LJ | - not rated | 2,393 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,270 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Connell Coop College 301 Alan Turing Way , M11 3BS | - not rated | 2,361 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Xaverian College Lower Park Road , M14 5RB | - not rated | 5,455 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,792 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawthorns School Sunnyside Moss Campus , Lumb Lane M34 5SF | 4out of 4 | 2,079 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridge College Openshaw Campus , Whitworth Street M11 2GR | - not rated | 2,536 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Gorton Hideout Youth Zone , 1 Queens Avenue M12 5PX | - not rated | 2,766 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Brook Academy Dean Street , Failsworth M35 0DQ | 2out of 4 | 3,396 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kakoli Restaurant | Kakoli Restaurant, 242 Manor Road | 395 yd | |
| Four Four Brew At Droylsden Community & Sports Centre | Four Four Brew At Droylsden Community Sports Centre, 96 Lewis Road | 595 yd | |
| Golden House International Restaurant | 913 Ashton New Road | 640 yd | |
| Cafe 11 | 1046 Ashton New Road | 660 yd | |
| Safari Tearoom | Street Record, Lock Keepers Court | 667 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jolly Carter Inn | Jolly Carter Inn, 231 Manchester Road | 165 yd | |
| Droylsden Working Mens Club | Droylsden Working Mens Club, Carpenters Walk | 221 yd | |
| Buxton Inn | Buxton Inn, 339 Manchester Road | 262 yd | |
| Halfway House Hotel | Halfway House Pub, 435 Manchester Road | 579 yd | |
| Haddon Hall Hotel | Haddon Hall Hotel, Haddon Hall Road | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Fried Chicken | Boston Fried Chicken, 415 Manchester Road | 433 yd | |
| Jubilee 2000 | Jubilee 2000, 413 Manchester Road | 433 yd | |
| Happy Star | Happy Star, 103 Manchester Road | 473 yd | |
| Burgerfy | Burgerfy, 302 Edge Lane | 553 yd | |
| Dans Fish Bar | Dans Fish Bar, 437 Manchester Road | 585 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Manchester Road | 762 yd | |
| B And M Bargains | Greenside Shopping Centre, Greenside Lane | 850 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 19 - 20 Greenside Shopping Centre, Greenside Lane | 850 yd | |
| Morrisons | 1 Lime Square, Ashton Old Road | 961 yd | |
| Lidl | 1270 Ashton Old Road | 1,065 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Droylsden Academy MANOR ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 303 yd |
| Droylsden Academy (Closed) Manor Road | grass pitches | 312 yd |
| Copperas Lane Playing Fields LINDEN WAY | grass pitches | 495 yd |
| Sunnybank Park LEWIS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 529 yd |
| Greenside Lane Playing Fields ASH TREE AVENUE | grass pitches | 638 yd |
| Droylsden Swimming Pool (Closed) Manchester Road | swimming pool | 747 yd |
| Fighting Fit (Closed) Tollbar House Tollbar House Manchester Road | health and fitness suite | 797 yd |
| Sporting Edge Community Sports Centre SILVERLACE AVENUE | artificial grass pitch | 799 yd |
| Greenside Primary School GREENSIDE LANE | grass pitches | 818 yd |
| Fairfield High School FAIRFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 884 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% |
| Median download speed | 66 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 113.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.