Nelson Drive is in Cadishead, Manchester and in Salford district. M44 5JE 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 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Nelson Drive, Cadishead, Manchester, M44 5JE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M44 5JF, M44 5AE, M44 5AJ, M44 5YS, M44 5YQ, M44 5YR, M44 5JA, M44 5GB, M44 5GA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M44 5JE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 50.7% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 47.6% | 49.3% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 M44 5JE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.2% 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 | 38.1% | 43.2% | 5.1% | 37.9% | 5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.3% | 43.5% | -2.8% | 44.2% | -0.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 0.4% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 8.9% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 3% | 4.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 | 45.7% | 49.3% | 3.6% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 31.2% | -5.2% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 13.1% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 5.2% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 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 22.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.2% | 24.2% | 2.0% | 18.2% | 6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 9.3% | -7.4% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.5% | 19.3% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 5.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 7.1% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 15.6% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.3% | 22.3% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -11.5% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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 | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.6% | 96.5% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 98.3% | 97.1% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 97.1% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.3% | 76.7% | 3.6% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.7% | 13.5% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.4% | 37.2% | 4.2% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nelson Drive 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 stayed broadly stable by about -1.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Nelson Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £213,000 | 2023-05-26 | £224,858 |
| 32 Nelson Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £152,000 | 2020-11-24 | £204,021 |
| 54 Nelson Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2015-10-30 | £209,942 |
| 26 Nelson Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2011-04-18 | £161,353 |
| 70 Nelson Drive, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £121,500 | 2007-07-27 | £238,026 |
M44 5JE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 110 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 46 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadishead Primary School Allotment Road , Cadishead M44 5JD | 3out of 4 | 82 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School Buckingham Road , Cadishead M44 5HG | 3out of 4 | 794 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's RC Primary School 5 Macdonald Road , Irlam M44 5LH | 3out of 4 | 822 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School Lock Lane , Partington M31 4PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,656 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Irlam Primary School Liverpool Road , Irlam M44 6NA | 3out of 4 | 1,942 yd | Community school | 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 | 625 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadoak School Warburton Lane , Partington M31 4BU | 3out of 4 | 2,351 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellacre Technology Academy Irlam Road , Flixton M41 6AP | 3out of 4 | 3,557 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Flixton Girls School Flixton Road , Trafford M41 5DR | 3out of 4 | 5,256 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | 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 | 1,927 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Delamere School Irlam Road , Flixton M41 6AP | 4out of 4 | 3,490 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbotsford Preparatory School 211 Flixton Road , Urmston M41 5PR | - not rated | 5,129 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mothi Restaurant | 40 Liverpool Road | 196 yd | |
| Thai Soul Cuisine | 68 Liverpool Road | 196 yd | |
| Kelly's Cafe | 683 Liverpool Road | 245 yd | |
| The Happy Hut | within, 641-651 Liverpool Road | 351 yd | |
| Cadishead Community Church | New Life Church, 112 Liverpool Road | 382 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Station | The Old Station House, Station Road | 578 yd | |
| The Firs | Cadishead Labour Club, Fir Street | 700 yd | |
| The Plough | 152 Liverpool Road | 707 yd | |
| Corner Lounge (Irlam) Ltd | 627-629 Liverpool Road | 737 yd | |
| The Grocers (Micro Pub) | 152a Liverpool Road | 766 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| John's Chippy | 14 Liverpool Road | 196 yd | |
| Hajars | 94 Liverpool Road | 382 yd | |
| Crispo Chicken | 98 Liverpool Road | 395 yd | |
| Cadishead Sport JFC | within Cadishead Junior Football Club, Rowson Drive | 494 yd | |
| Village Chippy | 78 Fir Street | 701 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rowson Drive Playing Fields Rowson Drive | grass pitches | 544 yd |
| Irlam And Cadishead Academy Station Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 606 yd |
| Cadishead Park Liverpool Road | grass pitches | 740 yd |
| St Marys Ce Primary School BUCKINGHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 874 yd |
| Cadishead Recreation Ground Lords Street | grass pitches | 1,016 yd |
| Fit City Cadishead (Closed) Lords Street | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,040 yd |
| Lords Street Playing Fields BOWNESS AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,093 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 138.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.