Nipper Lane is in Whitefield, Manchester and in Bury district. M45 7RF is located in the Pilkington Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bury South. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Nipper Lane, Whitefield, Manchester, M45 7RF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M45 7RJ, M45 7RE, M45 7TT, M45 7RH, M45 7RD, M45 7TD, M45 7TH, M45 7GY, M45 7QZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M45 7RF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 51.7% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 47.7% | 48.3% | 0.6% | 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 M45 7RF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.8% 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 | 41.2% | 48.8% | 7.6% | 37.9% | 10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36% | 37.5% | 1.5% | 44.2% | -6.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.2% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 8.1% | -3.7% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 2.8% | -4.7% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52% | 56.9% | 4.9% | 48.4% | 8.5% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 32.3% | 2.4% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 8.3% | -5.9% | 12.7% | -4.4% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 2.1% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 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.
In the area around M45 7RF this area, 8.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.8% | 8.9% | -6.9% | 18.2% | -9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 5.6% | -7.1% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.8% | 14.9% | 3.1% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 4.8% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 14.9% | 2.2% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.9% | 49.2% | 9.3% | 33.8% | 15.4% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.6% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.1% 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 | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.1% | 95.1% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 92.9% | 95.8% | 2.9% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 1.4% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 0.3% | -2.9% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 95.8% | 3.3% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0.7% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 48.3% | 46.2% | 2.1% |
| Jewish | 4.5% | 0.5% | 4.0% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nipper Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Pilkington Park 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 higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72 Nipper Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £226,500 | 2025-12-11 | £228,796 |
| 54 Nipper Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2024-10-31 | £265,665 |
| 16 Nipper Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2024-09-12 | £268,989 |
| 10 Nipper Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-04-25 | £199,676 |
| 86 Nipper Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2022-10-21 | £263,513 |
| Full-Time Employee | 126 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bernadette's Roman Catholic Primary School, Whitefield Abingdon Avenue , Whitefield M45 8PT | - not rated | 791 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Abingdon Avenue , Whitefield M45 8PT | 3out of 4 | 791 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Primary School, Stand Rufford Drive , Whitefield M45 8PL | 3out of 4 | 931 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Higher Lane Junior School Egerton Road , Whitefield M45 7EX | - not rated | 1,222 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapelfield Primary School Clough Street , Radcliffe M26 1LH | 3out of 4 | 1,229 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philips High School Higher Lane , Whitefield M45 7PH | 2out of 4 | 1,082 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Philips High School Higher Lane , Whitefield M45 7PH | - not rated | 1,082 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Radcliffe Riverside School Spring Lane , Radcliffe M26 2SZ | - not rated | 1,913 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coney Green Technology School Spring Lane , Radcliffe M26 2SZ | - not rated | 1,913 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Star Radcliffe Academy Spring Lane , M26 2SZ | - not rated | 1,931 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross College 169 Manchester Road , BL9 9BB | - not rated | 3,612 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury College Market Street , BL9 0BG | - not rated | 4,251 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitefield Preparatory School Holly Bank , 20 Church Lane M25 7NF | - not rated | 514 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elms Bank Ripon Avenue , Whitefield M45 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 844 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elms Bank Specialist Arts College Ripon Avenue , Whitefield M45 8PJ | - not rated | 844 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Epru Lancaster Suite, Whitefield Primary , Victoria Avenue M45 6DP | - not rated | 1,598 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ark The Pupil Learning Centre , Unit 2 Whitefield Centre M45 8NH | - not rated | 1,762 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| two birds one stone | 14 Radcliffe New Road | 119 yd | |
| Forts Of India | 7-11 Radcliffe New Road | 265 yd | |
| taso tapas bar | 3 Radcliffe New Road | 265 yd | |
| Porada | 231 Bury New Road | 388 yd | |
| Roma Delicatessen | 268 Bury New Road | 525 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Craft House | 271 Bury New Road | 388 yd | |
| The Blue Bell | Blue Bell, 840 Manchester Road | 1,012 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mings | 165 Radcliffe New Road | 177 yd | |
| Good Food | 317 Bury New Rd Whitefield | 267 yd | |
| Pizza Base | 247a Bury New Road | 388 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Elms Square, Unit 3 Bury New Road | 399 yd | |
| Subway | Elms Square, Unit 6, Bury New Road | 400 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited | 5 Stanley Road | 527 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fitness (Whitefield) ELMS SQUARE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 382 yd |
| Elms Playing Field GEORGE STREET | grass pitches | 447 yd |
| Stand Golf Club ASHBOURNE GROVE | golf | 520 yd |
| Stand Cricket Club HAMILTON ROAD | grass pitches | 843 yd |
| Elms Bank Specialist Arts College RIPON AVENUE | 965 yd | |
| Hollinhurst Playing Fields BEECH STREET | grass pitches | 976 yd |
| Philips High School HIGHER LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,081 yd |
| The Gym (Manchester Whitefield) MOSS LANE | health and fitness suite | 1,086 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 | 148.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.