M6 6AX is in Prospect Road, Salford and Salford district. M6 6AX is located in the Pendleton & Charlestown electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Salford and Eccles. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Prospect Road, Salford, M6 6AX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M6 6AY, M6 6EQ, M7 2GB, M6 6AQ, M6 6BA, M6 6EF, M7 2GE, M6 6BB, M6 6BJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M6 6AX has a slightly higher male population, with 52.9% of residents 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 | 50.1% | 47.1% | -3.0% | 51.0% | -3.9% |
| Male | 49.9% | 52.9% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 3.9% |
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 M6 6AX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 97.7% 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 | 79.3% | 97.7% | 18.4% | 37.9% | 59.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 16.3% | 1.7% | -14.6% | 44.2% | -42.5% |
| Separated | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 2.9% | 0.2% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -8.9% |
| Widowed | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
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 (91.8%) 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 | 56.3% | 60.6% | 4.3% | 48.4% | 12.2% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 31.2% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 7.1% | 6.9% | -0.2% | 12.7% | -5.8% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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.
In the area around M6 6AX this area, 1.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.3% | 1.3% | -6.0% | 18.2% | -16.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.3% | 1.2% | -5.1% | 9.6% | -8.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 5.5% | -7.1% | 13.4% | -7.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 37.8% | 67.9% | 30.1% | 16.9% | 51.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.1% | 24.1% | -5.0% | 33.8% | -9.7% |
| Other | 5.8% | 0% | -5.8% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 5.9% | 0% | -5.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 4.1% | 0.7% | -3.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 4.1% | 5.2% | 1.1% | 2.5% | 2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 4.1% | 3.0% | 0.9% | 3.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 3.6% | 3.1% | 0.8% | 2.8% |
| White | 68% | 78.8% | 10.8% | 81.4% | -2.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 7.1% | 0.2% | -6.9% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other | 0.5% | 3.4% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.8% |
In this area, 85.2% 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 | 63.6% | 85.2% | 21.6% | 83.2% | 2.0% |
| European Union | 11.7% | 5.4% | -6.3% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 8% | 1.6% | -6.4% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 13.5% | 4.4% | -9.1% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 3.4% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 63.2% | 85.5% | 22.3% | 83.2% | 2.3% |
| 10+ Years | 15.1% | 5.5% | -9.6% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 10.8% | 2% | -8.8% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.5% | 1.5% | -7.0% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 5.5% | 3.0% | 1.9% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.9% | 76.7% | 7.2% |
| Ireland | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.3% |
| Portugal | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 6.8% | 13.5% | -6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.4% | 37.2% | 4.2% |
| Christian | 29.2% | 46.2% | -17.0% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 3.7% | 6.5% | -2.8% |
| Not answered | 25.6% | 6.0% | 19.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around M6 6AX 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 -3.5%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sampson Close, Salford, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £5,544,922 | 2024-04-08 | £5,726,632 |
| 11, Salford, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £12,500 | 2002-02-20 | £62,500 |
| 11, Salford, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £22,000 | 1995-07-04 | £143,571 |
| 11, Salford, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £13,750 | 1995-05-18 | £88,582 |
M6 6AX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 M6 6AX area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Student (economically inactive) | 368 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 198 |
| Full-Time Employee | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Retired | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Self-Employed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 53 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 47 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collyhurst Nursery School Teignmouth Avenue , Collyhurst M40 7QD | 4out of 4 | 3,678 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Martenscroft Nursery School & Children's Centre 33 Epping Street , Hulme M15 6PA | 4out of 4 | 4,221 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Sebastian's RC Primary School Douglas Green , M6 6ET | 3out of 4 | 737 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| River View Community Primary School 1 Wheaters Street , Off Lower Broughton M7 1QZ | 3out of 4 | 760 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Boniface RC Primary School Yew Street , M7 2HL | 3out of 4 | 895 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's CofE Primary School Concord Place , M6 6SJ | 3out of 4 | 910 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lower Kersal Community Primary School St Aidan's Grove , M7 3TN | 3out of 4 | 991 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Albion Academy 1 London Street , M6 6QT | 2out of 4 | 341 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beis Yaakov High School 69 Broom Lane , Bury New Road M7 4FF | 3out of 4 | 1,775 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Buile Hill Academy Eccles Old Road , M6 8RD | 2out of 4 | 2,314 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy MediaCityUK King William Street , Salford M50 3UQ | 3out of 4 | 2,647 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Manchester 38 Rayburn Way , M8 8DT | - not rated | 2,989 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salford City College Dronfield Road , M6 7FR | - not rated | 2,244 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Loreto College Chichester Road , Hulme M15 5PB | - not rated | 4,295 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafford College Group Talbot Road , Stretford M32 0XH | - not rated | 4,854 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abraham Moss Community School Crescent Road , Crumpsall M8 5UF | 3out of 4 | 3,283 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahavas Torah Boys Academy Salbec House , 16 Winders Way M6 6AR | - not rated | 400 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Tiferes Grecian Street North , M7 2JR | - not rated | 682 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Edstart EdStart Specialist Education , 5 Gerald Road M6 6DW | - not rated | 751 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The New Broadwalk PRU 51 Belvedere Road , M6 5EJ | 3out of 4 | 1,178 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kerem Shloime Gloucester House , Back Duncan Street M7 2EY | - not rated | 1,222 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Love Community Cafe | 104 Seaford Road | 190 yd | |
| The Junction Cafe | 249 Lower Broughton Road | 235 yd | |
| Bengal Balti | 194 Cromwell Road | 356 yd | |
| Genting Casino Salford | Genting Casino, Cromwell Road | 515 yd | |
| Yuppie Mom Kitchen | 349 Lower Broughton Road | 531 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Prince of Wales | 230 Lower Broughton Road | 265 yd | |
| St George's HABB Club | St Georges Centre, Cromwell Road | 679 yd | |
| The Lower Kersal Social Club | Stamford Road | 866 yd | |
| Broughton Cricket & Rugby Club | Broughton Cricket And Rugby Football Club, Yew Street | 879 yd | |
| The Priory Arms | 29 Gardner Street | 978 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Unit 1 Browning House, Iq Student Quarter, Seaford Road | 71 yd | |
| Greek Taste | 106 Seaford Road | 190 yd | |
| JoJo's Chicken | 239 Lower Broughton Road | 235 yd | |
| Rahims Indian Takeaway | 232 Lower Broughton Road | 265 yd | |
| Little China | 321 Lower Broughton Road | 324 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Angels And Demons Gym (Closed) Grecian Street | health and fitness suite | 399 yd |
| The Albion Academy LONDON STREET | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 431 yd |
| David Lewis Recreation Ground INDUS PLACE | grass pitches | 500 yd |
| Albert Park BROUGHTON | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 612 yd |
| Salford University (Castle Irwell) (Closed) Cromwell Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 628 yd |
| Fit City Broughton Centre (Closed) Camp Street | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 745 yd |
| Broughton Rugby Union Football Club YEW STREET | grass pitches | 784 yd |
| Lower Broughton Playing Fields LOWER BROUGHTON ROAD | grass pitches | 786 yd |
| St Boniface Rc Primary School YEW STREET | 893 yd | |
| Manchester United (The Cliff Training Ground) TRAINING GROUND TRAINING GROUND LOWER BROUGHTON ROAD | grass pitches | 1,026 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.