Poplar Farm Walk is in Cadishead, Manchester and in Salford district. M44 5GL 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 2008-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Poplar Farm Walk, Cadishead, Manchester, M44 5GL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M44 5YH, M44 5YB, M44 5HJ, M44 5HQ, M44 5HL, M44 5HZ, M44 5HY, M44 5HN, M44 5HG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M44 5GL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.9% | 51.5% | 3.6% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 52.1% | 48.5% | -3.6% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.3% | 34.7% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -3.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.4% | 48% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 3.8% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 1.6% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 8.1% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 7.7% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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% | 41.7% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -6.7% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 31.3% | 0.0% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 17.9% | 20.2% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 7.5% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 5.5% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 M44 5GL this area, 33.1% 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 16.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.3% | 33.1% | -3.2% | 18.2% | 14.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.1% | 13.9% | -6.2% | 9.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 15.5% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 6.1% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 14.7% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.4% | 16.3% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -17.5% |
| Other | 3.5% | 0.4% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.0% | 2.5% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 94.9% | 93.8% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 94.9% | 92.2% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.3% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 3.2% | 2.9% | -0.3% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 91.9% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 3.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.9% | 76.7% | -1.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 20.2% | 13.5% | 6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.2% | 37.2% | -3.0% |
| Christian | 56.7% | 46.2% | 10.5% |
| Muslim | 3.6% | 6.5% | -2.9% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Poplar Farm Walk 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 risen by about 3.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Poplar Farm Walk, Manchester, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £127,500 | 2016-12-16 | £196,154 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| 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 | 299 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cadishead Primary School Allotment Road , Cadishead M44 5JD | 3out of 4 | 978 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School Lock Lane , Partington M31 4PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,440 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Gate Academy Daniel Adamson Avenue , Partington M31 4PN | 3out of 4 | 1,521 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helen's Church of England Primary School Birch Road , Hollinfare WA3 6JS | 3out of 4 | 1,681 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,645 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadoak School Warburton Lane , Partington M31 4BU | 3out of 4 | 2,260 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellacre Technology Academy Irlam Road , Flixton M41 6AP | 3out of 4 | 4,617 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 | 1,930 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Delamere School Irlam Road , Flixton M41 6AP | 4out of 4 | 4,551 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Greenery | 98 Glazebrook Lane | 357 yd | |
| Park View Coffee House | 146a Liverpool Road | 828 yd | |
| Cadishead Community Church | New Life Church, 112 Liverpool Road | 961 yd | |
| Bready2go | 111 Liverpool Road | 990 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Firs | Cadishead Labour Club, Fir Street | 365 yd | |
| Cadishead Rhinos ARLFC | Cadishead Rhinos, Lords Street | 407 yd | |
| Coach and Horses | Coach And Horses, Liverpool Road | 780 yd | |
| The Grocers (Micro Pub) | 152a Liverpool Road | 801 yd | |
| The Plough | 152 Liverpool Road | 812 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Chippy | 78 Fir Street | 364 yd | |
| Cadishead Sport JFC | within Cadishead Junior Football Club, Rowson Drive | 567 yd | |
| Cadishead Charcoal Grill | 192c Liverpool Road | 780 yd | |
| Spices of Kashmir | 154a Liverpool Road | 801 yd | |
| PWLW Limited | within The Plough, 152 Liverpool Road | 812 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Marys Ce Primary School BUCKINGHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 189 yd |
| Fit City Cadishead (Closed) Lords Street | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 480 yd |
| Cadishead Recreation Ground Lords Street | grass pitches | 492 yd |
| Lords Street Playing Fields BOWNESS AVENUE | grass pitches | 500 yd |
| Rowson Drive Playing Fields Rowson Drive | grass pitches | 525 yd |
| Cadishead Park Liverpool Road | grass pitches | 901 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.