Anchorage Quay is in Salford and in Salford district. M50 3XL is located in the Quays 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 Anchorage Quay, Salford, M50 3XL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M5 2XL, M50 3XE, M50 3XN, M50 3DL, M50 3SE, M50 3YH, M50 3UP, M50 3SA, M50 3SB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M50 3XL is primarily male, with 56.9% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 42.7% | 43.1% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -7.9% |
| Male | 57.3% | 56.9% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 7.9% |
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 M50 3XL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 68.6% 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 | 58.3% | 68.6% | 10.3% | 37.9% | 30.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.5% | 24.2% | -10.3% | 44.2% | -20.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 4.3% | 4.2% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -4.9% |
| Widowed | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
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 (88.8%) 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 | 62.9% | 54.6% | -8.3% | 48.4% | 6.2% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 34.2% | 2.0% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 3.5% | 9.2% | 5.7% | 12.7% | -3.5% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 M50 3XL this area, 5.3% 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 79.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 3.6% | 5.3% | 1.7% | 18.2% | -12.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 2.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% | 9.6% | -7.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 3.6% | 1.9% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -11.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 9.1% | -3.1% | 16.9% | -7.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 77% | 79.6% | 2.6% | 33.8% | 45.8% |
| Other | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 63.2% 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 | 2.8% | 8.4% | 5.6% | 0.7% | 7.7% |
| Indian | 16.8% | 13.3% | -3.5% | 3.1% | 10.2% |
| Pakistani | 2.8% | 2.5% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 1.1% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 3.5% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 71.3% | 63.2% | -8.1% | 81.4% | -18.2% |
| Arab | 1.4% | 3.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 3.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 61.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.2% | 61.2% | -8.0% | 83.2% | -22.0% |
| European Union | 6.3% | 7.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 4.9% | 2.8% | 2.7% | 2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 20.3% | 21.3% | 1.0% | 5.6% | 15.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 3.5% | 2.8% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 69.2% | 61.6% | -7.6% | 83.2% | -21.6% |
| 10+ Years | 3.5% | 11.3% | 7.8% | 9.8% | 1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 9.8% | 12.3% | 2.5% | 2.9% | 9.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 10.5% | 5.6% | -4.9% | 2.2% | 3.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 7% | 9.2% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.5% | 76.7% | -6.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Turkey | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| Southern Asia | 6.7% | 1.2% | 5.5% |
| South-East Asia | 2.1% | 0.2% | 1.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 2.5% | 13.5% | -11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.5% | 37.2% | 2.3% |
| Christian | 31.1% | 46.2% | -15.1% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 12.2% | 1.7% | 10.5% |
| Muslim | 8.7% | 6.5% | 2.2% |
| Other religion | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Anchorage Quay was 3.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 5457.1% higher than the Ordsall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Anchorage Quay has the highest crime rate of 3 local areas in Ordsall and the 14th highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Salford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Building 3 Anchorage Quay, Salford, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £1,000 | 2017-10-20 | £1,448 |
M50 3XL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 167 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Retired | 16 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 3,392 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Collyhurst Nursery School Teignmouth Avenue , Collyhurst M40 7QD | 4out of 4 | 5,444 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's RC Primary School St Joseph's Drive , Ordsall M5 3JP | 2out of 4 | 682 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Primrose Hill Primary School and Children's Centre Phoebe Street , Ordsall M5 3PJ | 2out of 4 | 866 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lark Hill Community Primary School Liverpool Street , M5 4BJ | 2out of 4 | 1,211 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE Primary School Cross Lane , M5 4AL | - not rated | 1,228 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Tree Primary School 2 Greenland Street , M6 5TJ | 3out of 4 | 1,595 yd | Community school | 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 | 343 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| AldridgeUTC@MediaCityUK 100- 102 Broadway , M50 2UW | 2out of 4 | 658 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stretford High School Great Stone Road , Stretford M32 0XA | 2out of 4 | 2,071 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buile Hill Academy Eccles Old Road , M6 8RD | 2out of 4 | 2,640 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Albion Academy 1 London Street , M6 6QT | 2out of 4 | 2,672 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trafford College Group Talbot Road , Stretford M32 0XH | - not rated | 2,000 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Salford City College Dronfield Road , M6 7FR | - not rated | 2,796 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Loreto College Chichester Road , Hulme M15 5PB | - not rated | 2,856 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Xaverian College Lower Park Road , M14 5RB | - not rated | 5,225 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 | 4,427 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,699 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The New Broadwalk PRU 51 Belvedere Road , M6 5EJ | 3out of 4 | 1,753 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Salford Education Inclusion Services at Halton House 36 Eccles Old Road , Seedley M6 8RA | - not rated | 2,307 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Afifah School 86 Clifton Street , Old Trafford M16 9GN | - not rated | 2,311 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ahavas Torah Boys Academy Salbec House , 16 Winders Way M6 6AR | - not rated | 2,520 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blanconero | Unit D Ground Floor, 2 Anchorage Quay | 40 yd | |
| Reflexion Lounge | Unit 1, 252 The Quays | 155 yd | |
| Elior | within Fourth Floor, The Alexandra, The Quays | 291 yd | |
| BUPA (Staff Restaurant) | within BUPA, 102 The Quays | 291 yd | |
| Oasis Hub Mediacityuk Community Food Store | within Oasis Academy Mediacityuk, 10 Trafford Road | 321 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quay House Beefeater | The Quayhouse, 11 The Quays | 304 yd | |
| Craft Brew | within Digital World Centre, 1 Lowry Plaza | 663 yd | |
| Tower coffee shop | within The Lowry Centre, The Quays | 750 yd | |
| The Botanist | Unit 3 And 10b, Orange Tower, Green | 789 yd | |
| The Bee Orchid | Unit 2, Zerega Way | 916 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food and Shake Station | Unit 5, 104 Radclyffe Park, Phoebe Street | 379 yd | |
| Subway | Petrol Station, Trafford Road | 541 yd | |
| Hey Noodles | 8 Doddington Lane | 611 yd | |
| Aadams authentic grill and kebab | Unit 2a, 400 Ordsall Lane | 658 yd | |
| Dominos Pizza | 29 Trafford Road | 672 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Unit 1, Michigan Point Tower B, 11 Michigan Avenue | 433 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Tesco Express, Trafford Road | 541 yd | |
| Co-Op | Red | 905 yd | |
| Co Operative | Units 3/4, Clippers Quay | 918 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oasis Academy Mediacityuk KING WILLIAM STREET | 302 yd | |
| Ordsall Leisure Centre CRAVEN DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls | 432 yd |
| Primrose Hill Primary School PHOEBE STREET | grass pitches | 518 yd |
| St Joseph'S Rc Primary School ST. JOSEPHS DRIVE | grass pitches | 603 yd |
| Virgin Active Club (Salford Quays) LOWRY DESIGNER OUTLET LOWRY DESIGNER OUTLET THE QUAYS | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 703 yd |
| Pure Gym (Manchester Exchange Quay) Cygnet House Cygnet House Taylorson Street South | health and fitness suite | 832 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.