Primary Close is in Cadishead, Manchester and in Salford district. M44 5EX is located in the Cadishead & Lower Irlam electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Worsley and Eccles South. This postcode has been in use since 1999-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Primary Close, Cadishead, Manchester, M44 5EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M44 5FH, M44 5UB, M44 5XH, M44 5DB, M44 5DA, M44 5XF, M44 5AU, M44 5UN, M44 5EU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M44 5EX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 50.3% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 50.7% | 49.7% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 M44 5EX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.6% 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 | 37% | 44.6% | 7.6% | 37.9% | 6.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.1% | 31.1% | -8.0% | 44.2% | -13.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 3.2% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 15.1% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 6.0% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 5.2% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 36.6% | 40.7% | 4.1% | 48.4% | -7.7% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 36% | -0.6% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 20% | 16.7% | -3.3% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 6.3% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.3% | 22.9% | -8.4% | 18.2% | 4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.7% | 15.8% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 6.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 13% | -5.3% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 7.9% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 19.8% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.4% | 18.2% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -15.6% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.9% | 94% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 91.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.6% | 91.8% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 3.3% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 93.3% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 4.7% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.3% | 76.7% | 4.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 14.7% | 13.5% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45% | 37.2% | 7.8% |
| Christian | 48.3% | 46.2% | 2.1% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Primary Close was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Cadishead & Lower Irlam 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 -9.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Primary Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2025-03-31 | £242,805 |
| 4 Primary Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-09-08 | £224,012 |
| 12 Primary Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,995 | 2019-08-19 | £245,115 |
| 27 Primary Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2019-02-15 | £315,144 |
| 35 Primary Close, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2018-11-23 | £269,843 |
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Other | 13 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Education | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's CofE Primary School Buckingham Road , Cadishead M44 5HG | 3out of 4 | 492 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School Lock Lane , Partington M31 4PJ | 3out of 4 | 842 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cadishead Primary School Allotment Road , Cadishead M44 5JD | 3out of 4 | 845 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Gate Academy Daniel Adamson Avenue , Partington M31 4PN | 3out of 4 | 1,076 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Partington Central Academy Central Road , Partington M31 4FL | 3out of 4 | 1,419 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Irlam and Cadishead Academy Station Road , Irlam M44 5ZR | 1out of 4 | 1,519 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadoak School Warburton Lane , Partington M31 4BU | 3out of 4 | 1,638 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellacre Technology Academy Irlam Road , Flixton M41 6AP | 3out of 4 | 4,267 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield House School 57-59 Warburton Lane , M31 4NL | - not rated | 1,266 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Delamere School Irlam Road , Flixton M41 6AP | 4out of 4 | 4,219 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park View Coffee House | 146a Liverpool Road | 271 yd | |
| Cadishead Community Church | New Life Church, 112 Liverpool Road | 577 yd | |
| Bready2go | 111 Liverpool Road | 588 yd | |
| The Mothi Restaurant | 40 Liverpool Road | 846 yd | |
| Thai Soul Cuisine | 68 Liverpool Road | 846 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coach and Horses | Coach And Horses, Liverpool Road | 119 yd | |
| The Grocers (Micro Pub) | 152a Liverpool Road | 179 yd | |
| The Plough | 152 Liverpool Road | 235 yd | |
| Cadishead Rhinos ARLFC | Cadishead Rhinos, Lords Street | 330 yd | |
| The Firs | Cadishead Labour Club, Fir Street | 646 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cadishead Charcoal Grill | 192c Liverpool Road | 104 yd | |
| New Eastern Point | 177 Liverpool Road | 111 yd | |
| Yummy | 197 Liverpool Road | 111 yd | |
| Zara Indian Takeaway | 175 Liverpool Road | 111 yd | |
| Spices of Kashmir | 154a Liverpool Road | 179 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cadishead Recreation Ground Lords Street | grass pitches | 257 yd |
| Cadishead Park Liverpool Road | grass pitches | 278 yd |
| Fit City Cadishead (Closed) Lords Street | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 284 yd |
| Lords Street Playing Fields BOWNESS AVENUE | grass pitches | 311 yd |
| St Marys Ce Primary School BUCKINGHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 602 yd |
| Rowson Drive Playing Fields Rowson Drive | grass pitches | 679 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 | 70.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.