Duncan Street is in Salford and in Salford district. M5 3SQ is located in the Ordsall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Salford and Eccles. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Duncan Street, Salford, M5 3SQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M5 3GR, M5 3RW, M5 3SH, M5 4LY, M5 4TR, M5 4LH, M5 3SG, M5 4LE, M5 3SJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M5 3SQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 51% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 49.4% | 49% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 M5 3SQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 56.5% 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 | 48.6% | 56.5% | 7.9% | 37.9% | 18.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 18.9% | 23.9% | 5.0% | 44.2% | -20.3% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 4.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 15.6% | 11.3% | -4.3% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 12.3% | 3.9% | -8.4% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 40.4% | 46.4% | 6.0% | 48.4% | -2.0% |
| Good health | 27.7% | 28.3% | 0.6% | 33.6% | -5.3% |
| Fair health | 18% | 12.5% | -5.5% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 9.4% | 9.2% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 5.2% |
| Very bad health | 4.5% | 3.6% | -0.9% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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 M5 3SQ this area, 38.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 49.5% | 38.1% | -11.4% | 18.2% | 19.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 6.9% | -8.2% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.8% | 9.5% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 6.5% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 12.6% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.5% | 23.4% | 15.9% | 33.8% | -10.4% |
| Other | 4.2% | 3% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 67.9% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 4% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 2.4% |
| Black African | 6.7% | 13.6% | 6.9% | 2.5% | 11.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Black | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 82.8% | 67.9% | -14.9% | 81.4% | -13.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
In this area, 77.3% 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 | 86.9% | 77.3% | -9.6% | 83.2% | -5.9% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 4.6% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 6% | 12.5% | 6.5% | 2.7% | 9.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 4.9% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.1% | 77.3% | -8.8% | 83.2% | -5.9% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 10.5% | 8.3% | 9.8% | 0.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 9.2% | 7.3% | 2.9% | 6.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.1% | 2% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 1% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.4% | 76.7% | -9.3% |
| Germany | 3.3% | 0.2% | 3.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 3% | 0.5% | 2.5% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| Middle East | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 56.1% | 46.2% | 9.9% |
| Muslim | 6.6% | 6.5% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Duncan Street was 2.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 864.3% higher than the Ordsall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Duncan Street has the 4th lowest crime rate of 9 local areas in Ordsall and the 14th lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Salford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Block B, 9 Duncan Street, Salford, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £374,950 | 2024-02-09 | £407,066 |
| Block B, 13 Duncan Street, Salford, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-07-06 | £329,093 |
| Block B, 3 Duncan Street, Salford, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-07-04 | £310,092 |
| Block B, 1 Duncan Street, Salford, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2023-05-24 | £330,149 |
| Block B, 11 Duncan Street, Salford, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2023-05-22 | £308,064 |
M5 3SQ 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 M5 3SQ 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 | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 26 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ordsall Community Nursery Centre Robert Hall Street , M5 3LT | - not rated | 497 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hulme Street Nursery School Hulme Street , Off Oldfield Road M5 4PY | - not rated | 552 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Markendale Nursery School Gledhill Avenue , M5 3DD | - not rated | 1,237 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belvedere Community Nursery Centre Belvedere Road , M6 5EJ | - not rated | 1,512 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| London Street Nursery School 1 London Street , M6 6QT | - not rated | 2,083 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primrose Hill Primary School and Children's Centre Phoebe Street , Ordsall M5 3PJ | 3out of 4 | 497 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Clement's Egerton CofE Primary School West Park Street , M5 3WW | - not rated | 643 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC Primary School St Joseph's Drive , Ordsall M5 3JP | 3out of 4 | 683 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip's CofE Primary School St. Philip's C.E. Primary School , M3 5LF | 3out of 4 | 719 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE Primary School Cross Lane , M5 4AL | 3out of 4 | 848 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Academy MediaCityUK King William Street , Salford M50 3UQ | 3out of 4 | 1,022 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Windsor Community High School Churchill Way , M6 5BH | - not rated | 1,160 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| AldridgeUTC@MediaCityUK 100- 102 Broadway , M50 2UW | 3out of 4 | 1,925 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC@MediacityUK 100-102 Broadway , M50 2UW | - not rated | 1,925 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Albion Academy 1 London Street , M6 6QT | - not rated | 2,083 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loreto College Chichester Road , Hulme M15 5PB | - not rated | 2,240 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City College Manchester Whitworth Street , M1 3HB | - not rated | 2,501 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shena Simon College 34 Whitworth Street , M1 3HB | - not rated | 2,501 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Trafford College of Further Education Talbot Road , M32 0XH | - not rated | 2,893 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Salford City College Dronfield Road , M6 7FR | - not rated | 3,169 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Hulme's Grammar School Spring Bridge Road , M16 8PR | 3out of 4 | 4,209 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abraham Moss Community School Crescent Road , Crumpsall M8 5UF | 3out of 4 | 4,798 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abraham Moss Community School Crescent Road , Crumpsall M8 5UF | - not rated | 4,798 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Salford The Old Fire Station , M5 4WT | - not rated | 673 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Harvest Learning Centre 194 Chapel Street , M3 6BY | - not rated | 1,124 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Village School Overseas House , Quay Street M3 3BB | - not rated | 1,425 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castlefield School Jackson Crescent , Hulme M15 5AL | - not rated | 1,433 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greengate School St Simon Street , M3 7ES | - not rated | 1,674 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | Regent Road | 197 yd | |
| Vo Vibe | within, 19 Liverpool Street | 240 yd | |
| Maida Grill House (Goodfillas) | Ground Floor, 38 Liverpool Street | 319 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Costa Coffee, Regents Park, Ordsall Lane | 392 yd | |
| The Tatton | 172 Tatton Street | 460 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fivefourstudios Ltd | Ground Part First And Second Floors, 54 Oldfield Road | 249 yd | |
| Union Tavern | 105-107 Liverpool Street | 348 yd | |
| Welcome Inn | Welcome Inn, Robert Hall Street | 496 yd | |
| Grosvesnor Casino | Grosvenor Casino, 5 Derwent Street | 536 yd | |
| Bricklayers Arms | Bricklayers Arms, 146-148 Ordsall Lane | 543 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Katsu Dojo; Area 51 | Unit E, 32-34 Duncan Street | 0 yd | |
| City Desserts | Unit A, 32-34 Duncan Street | 25 yd | |
| Franksters | within Al Murad Car park, Fairbank house, 1 Comus Street | 173 yd | |
| Peking Duck | Ground Floor, 1 Liverpool Street | 229 yd | |
| Master Yiu Chippy | 52 Oldfield Road | 249 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 100 Regent Road | 196 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Unit D2, 42 Regents Park, Ordsall Lane | 418 yd | |
| Co-Operative Food Group Limited | Unit 1, 1 Lockgate Square | 564 yd | |
| Co-operative | Unit 1 Bridgewater Point, Ordsall Lane | 585 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jd Gyms (Salford) ORDSALL LANE | health and fitness suite | 368 yd |
| Achieves Fitness (Closed) Unit 5 Unit 5 Oldfield Road | health and fitness suite | 610 yd |
| St Joseph'S Rc Primary School ST. JOSEPHS DRIVE | grass pitches | 675 yd |
| Primrose Hill Primary School PHOEBE STREET | grass pitches | 790 yd |
| Salford University Sports Centre UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD CRESCENT | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 882 yd |
| Club Urban (Closed) Timber Wharf Timber Wharf Worsley Street | health and fitness suite | 889 yd |
| Y Club Manchester CASTLEFIELD HOTEL CASTLEFIELD HOTEL LIVERPOOL ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 973 yd |
| Oasis Academy Mediacityuk KING WILLIAM STREET | 1,020 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.