Lancaster Road is in Droylsden, Manchester and in Tameside district. M43 7GB 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 Lancaster Road, Droylsden, Manchester, M43 7GB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M43 7QG, M43 7QD, M43 7GA, M43 7QB, M43 7GG, M43 7GD, M43 7QA, M43 7QL, M43 7SF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M43 7GB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.3% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 60% | 55.3% | -4.7% | 51.0% | 4.3% |
| Male | 40% | 44.7% | 4.7% | 49.0% | -4.3% |
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 7GB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.7% 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 | 36.5% | 43.7% | 7.2% | 37.9% | 5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 20.8% | 23.8% | 3.0% | 44.2% | -20.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 7.3% | 4.7% | 2.2% | 5.1% |
| Divorced | 14.6% | 16.6% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 7.5% |
| Widowed | 25.5% | 7.3% | -18.2% | 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 | 19.5% | 38.3% | 18.8% | 48.4% | -10.1% |
| Good health | 26.2% | 33.2% | 7.0% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 34.3% | 17.9% | -16.4% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 13.3% | 8.7% | -4.6% | 4.0% | 4.7% |
| Very bad health | 6.7% | 2% | -4.7% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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.
In the area around M43 7GB this area, 38.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 11.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 65.6% | 38.8% | -26.8% | 18.2% | 20.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.3% | 12.5% | 6.2% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 19.7% | 7.2% | 13.4% | 6.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 5.3% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.2% | 11.8% | 6.6% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.2% | 11.8% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -22.0% |
| Other | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 1.6% | 2.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 2.5% | 3.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.9% | 1.5% | -1.4% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 95.7% | 82.8% | -12.9% | 81.4% | 1.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 85.4% 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 | 98.1% | 85.4% | -12.7% | 83.2% | 2.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Africa | 1% | 6.1% | 5.1% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 5.6% | -1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 85.8% | -9.0% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 7.1% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 1.5% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.1% | 76.7% | -13.6% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 28.8% | 13.5% | 15.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.4% | 37.2% | 2.2% |
| Christian | 41.4% | 46.2% | -4.8% |
| Hindu | 3.5% | 1.7% | 1.8% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Sikh | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Other religion | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lancaster 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.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Lancaster Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-12-19 | £194,985 |
| 16 Lancaster Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2022-07-14 | £208,889 |
| 30 Lancaster Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2020-08-28 | £179,789 |
| Flat 4 Adlington House Lancaster Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2020-03-11 | £103,325 |
| 18 Lancaster Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2017-11-27 | £191,422 |
M43 7GB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
The percentage of student residents living in M43 7GB area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trafalgar Nursery School John Street East , OL7 0NH | - not rated | 3,681 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilshaw Nursery School Store Street , OL7 9QA | - not rated | 3,922 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ancoats Nursery School Palmerston Street , Ancoats M12 6PE | - not rated | 4,624 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whiteacre Nursery School Romney Street , OL6 9HU | - not rated | 4,825 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Collyhurst Nursery School Teignmouth Avenue , Collyhurst M40 7QD | 4out of 4 | 4,896 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenside Primary School Greenside Lane , Droylsden M43 7RA | - not rated | 539 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenside Primary School Greenside Lane , Droylsden M43 7RA | 3out of 4 | 539 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's RC Primary School Chappell Road , Droylsden M43 7NA | - not rated | 828 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Chappell Road , Droylsden M43 7NA | 3out of 4 | 828 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Failsworth Community Primary School Paddock Lane , Failsworth M35 0NY | 3out of 4 | 1,107 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Droylsden School Mathematics and Computing College for Girls Manor Road , Droylsden M43 6QD | - not rated | 908 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Droylsden Academy Manor Road , M43 6QD | 3out of 4 | 1,016 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Littlemoss High School for Boys Cryer Street , Droylsden M43 7LF | - not rated | 1,523 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Laurus Ryecroft Lumb Lane , Droylsden M43 7LJ | 4out of 4 | 1,523 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield High School for Girls Fairfield Avenue , Droylsden M43 6AB | 3out of 4 | 1,887 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connell Co-Op College 301 Alan Turing Way , M11 3BS | - not rated | 3,119 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| LTE Group Whitworth House , Whitworth St M11 2WH | - not rated | 3,297 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Manchester College Openshaw Campus , Ashton Old Road M11 2WH | - not rated | 3,297 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside College Beaufort Road , OL6 6NX | - not rated | 5,340 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Vale School 329 North Road , Clayton M11 4NY | - not rated | 1,313 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Greens ENS 202 Droylsden Road , Newton Heath M40 1NZ | - not rated | 1,766 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Teenage Kicks 2a Partington Street , Failsworth M35 9RD | - not rated | 2,185 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Old Road Independent School 1484 Ashton Old Road , Openshawe M11 1HL | - not rated | 2,187 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Progressive School 1524 Ashton Old Road , M11 1HN | - not rated | 2,220 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peggies Kitchen | Peggies Kitchen, 250 Greenside Lane | 382 yd | |
| Costa Drive Thru | Moorside Retail Park, Moorside Road | 551 yd | |
| Four Four Brew At Droylsden Community & Sports Centre | Four Four Brew At Droylsden Community Sports Centre, 96 Lewis Road | 940 yd | |
| Peter Skala Catering | Brookdale Golf Club, Medlock Road | 983 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pig On The Wall | Pig On The Wall, Greenside Lane | 501 yd | |
| Droylsden Catholic Club | Droylsden Catholic Club, Sunnyside Road | 772 yd | |
| Haddon Hall Hotel | Haddon Hall Hotel, Haddon Hall Road | 820 yd | |
| Nelson Tavern | 1 Hulmes Road | 832 yd | |
| Brookdale Golf Club | Brookdale Golf Club, Medlock Road | 983 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gwafuvegan | Gwafuvegan, 152 Sunnyside Road | 268 yd | |
| Chinese 4 U | Chinese 4 U, 106 Sunnyside Road | 450 yd | |
| Sues Ltd | Sues Ltd, 1 Chappell Road | 780 yd | |
| Mr Lin | Mr Lin, 5 Manor Road | 843 yd | |
| Chinese Express | Chinese Express, 47 North Road | 993 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Greenside Primary School GREENSIDE LANE | grass pitches | 538 yd |
| Greenside Lane Playing Fields ASH TREE AVENUE | grass pitches | 611 yd |
| Droylsden Academy (Closed) Manor Road | grass pitches | 907 yd |
| Droylsden Academy MANOR ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 916 yd |
| Sunnybank Park LEWIS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 965 yd |
| Oakfield Gardenfold Way | grass pitches | 995 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 | 87.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 87.3% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 97.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 36.92 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.