Medway Close is in Salford and in Salford district. M5 5LD is located in the Weaste & Seedley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Salford and Eccles. This postcode has been in use since 2002-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Medway Close, Salford, M5 5LD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M5 5LB, M5 5LZ, M5 5LP, M5 5NU, M5 5LQ, M5 5LW, M5 5NT, M5 5LG, M5 5LX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M5 5LD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 50.9% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 49.5% | 49.1% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 5LD, 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 | 44.5% | 43.2% | -1.3% | 37.9% | 5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.3% | 44.9% | 1.6% | 44.2% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.1% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 3.6% | 5.1% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -4.0% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 4.7% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 45.3% | 50% | 4.7% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 31.2% | -1.6% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 12.3% | -2.5% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 5.5% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.6% | 24.8% | -6.8% | 18.2% | 6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.4% | 9.4% | -10.0% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 13.2% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 7.7% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 15% | 0.4% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.5% | 26.1% | 15.6% | 33.8% | -7.7% |
| Other | 2.4% | 3.8% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.5% | 0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| White | 96.1% | 88.7% | -7.4% | 81.4% | 7.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 86.9% 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 | 96.5% | 86.9% | -9.6% | 83.2% | 3.7% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 5.9% | 4.0% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 3.8% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 86.3% | -9.5% | 83.2% | 3.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.2% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 3.4% | 1.5% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.1% | 76.7% | 3.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 5.2% | 1.3% | 3.9% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.5% | 37.2% | -5.7% |
| Christian | 54.2% | 46.2% | 8.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 6.8% | 6.5% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Medway Close was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Claremont 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 -18.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 6 Kinder House Medway Close, Salford, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £56,000 | 2014-04-07 | £108,052 |
| Flat 4 Kinder House Medway Close, Salford, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £40,000 | 2012-09-28 | £82,704 |
| Flat 6 Kinder House Medway Close, Salford, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £44,000 | 2009-08-21 | £85,056 |
| Flat 8 Kinder House Medway Close, Salford, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £18,950 | 1998-05-08 | £100,041 |
| Flat 4 Kinder House Medway Close, Salford, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £20,000 | 1997-08-22 | £129,548 |
M5 5LD 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martenscroft Nursery School & Children's Centre 33 Epping Street , Hulme M15 6PA | 4out of 4 | 5,278 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Luke's CofE Primary School Weaste Lane , M5 5JH | 3out of 4 | 346 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Tree Primary School 2 Greenland Street , M6 5TJ | 3out of 4 | 694 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family VA RC Primary School No 3 Lower Seedley Road , M6 5WX | 4out of 4 | 1,012 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Community Primary School Liverpool Street , M5 4BJ | 2out of 4 | 1,348 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerville Primary School Summerville Road , M6 7HB | 3out of 4 | 1,379 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buile Hill Academy Eccles Old Road , M6 8RD | 2out of 4 | 627 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Hallows RC High School 150 Eccles Old Road , M6 8AA | 3out of 4 | 751 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| AldridgeUTC@MediaCityUK 100- 102 Broadway , M50 2UW | 2out of 4 | 1,685 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellesmere Park High School Wentworth Road , Eccles M30 9BP | 3out of 4 | 2,140 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Albion Academy 1 London Street , M6 6QT | 2out of 4 | 2,228 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salford City College Dronfield Road , M6 7FR | - not rated | 829 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafford College Group Talbot Road , Stretford M32 0XH | - not rated | 3,875 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Loreto College Chichester Road , Hulme M15 5PB | - not rated | 4,906 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salford Education Inclusion Services at Halton House 36 Eccles Old Road , Seedley M6 8RA | - not rated | 875 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| The New Broadwalk PRU 51 Belvedere Road , M6 5EJ | 3out of 4 | 1,757 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Canterbury Centre Canterbury Gardens , 640 Eccles New Road M5 5AG | 3out of 4 | 1,795 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Edstart EdStart Specialist Education , 5 Gerald Road M6 6DW | - not rated | 2,076 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clarendon Cottage School Clarendon Cottage School , Ivy Bank House M30 9BJ | - not rated | 2,186 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compass at Buile Hill Visual Arts College Kitchen | Buile Hill Visual Arts College, Eccles Old Road | 651 yd | |
| Adams | 59 Tootal Road | 660 yd | |
| Karahi Wok | 207 Langworthy Road | 679 yd | |
| Food Cycle Salford Cornerstone | within Langworthy Cornerstone, 451 Liverpool Street | 726 yd | |
| Langworthy Cornerstone Jigsaw Cafe | within Langworthy Cornerstone, 451 Liverpool Street | 726 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buile Hill Park Hall Kitchen | within Buile Hill Park, Eccles Old Road | 281 yd | |
| Chandos Sports and Social Club | Chandos Sports And Social Club, Chandos Grove | 330 yd | |
| Weaste & Seedley Social Club | 168A Weaste Lane | 349 yd | |
| The Moorlands Sports and Social Club | Weaste Conservative Club, Liverpool Street | 609 yd | |
| Pendleton Ex Services Social Club Ltd | 221 Langworthy Road | 653 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chandos Grove Chippy | 102 Chandos Grove | 330 yd | |
| Mixed Grill | 68 Edward Avenue | 486 yd | |
| Salford Tandoori | 3 Tootal Road | 530 yd | |
| Pronto | 5 Tootal Road | 530 yd | |
| Lucky 1 | 4 Glendore | 603 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 68 Fitzwarren Street | 984 yd | |
| Tesco Salford Extra | Tesco Extra, Pendleton Way | 1,079 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| All Hallows Rc High School (Closed) Weaste Lane | grass pitches | 445 yd |
| St Lukes C Of E Primary School WEASTE LANE | grass pitches | 454 yd |
| Langworthy Road County Primary School (Closed) Langworthy Road | grass pitches | 719 yd |
| Buile Hill Visual Arts College Eccles Old Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 726 yd |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School LOWER SEEDLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 764 yd |
| Salford City College (Pendleton Centre) PENDLETON COLLEGE PENDLETON COLLEGE DRONFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 843 yd |
| Oasis Academy (Closed) Prestwood Road | grass pitches | 866 yd |
| All Hallows Rc High School ECCLES OLD ROAD | grass pitches | 898 yd |
| Salford Lane Playing Fields (Closed) | grass pitches | 1,046 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.