Asten Fold is in Salford and in Salford district. M6 7JH is located in the Claremont electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Salford and Eccles. This postcode has been in use since 2007-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Asten Fold, Salford, M6 7JH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M6 7NB, M6 7LP, M6 7LD, M6 7HE, M6 7HD, M6 7LW, M6 7LQ, M6 7HS, M6 7HR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M6 7JH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.1% | 50.7% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 49.9% | 49.3% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 7JH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.4% 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 | 41.4% | 44.4% | 3.0% | 37.9% | 6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.8% | 40.2% | -1.6% | 44.2% | -4.0% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 1.7% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 7.3% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 6.4% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.5% | 42.7% | -4.8% | 48.4% | -5.7% |
| Good health | 28.4% | 34.5% | 6.1% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 17% | 15% | -2.0% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 5.5% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 | 27.2% | 26.5% | -0.7% | 18.2% | 8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.7% | 8.5% | -10.2% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 16.2% | 0.9% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 5.6% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 15.4% | 0.5% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.8% | 24.4% | 7.6% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.4% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 0.7% | 3.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 1.8% | 5.4% | 3.6% | 2.7% | 2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 91.9% | 86.5% | -5.4% | 81.4% | 5.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 85.7% 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 | 92.2% | 85.7% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 2.5% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 6.5% | 5.3% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.2% | 7.1% | 2.9% | 5.6% | 1.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.6% | 85.4% | -6.2% | 83.2% | 2.2% |
| 10+ Years | 2.7% | 8.8% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 4.4% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 0.7% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.4% | 76.7% | -3.3% |
| Ireland | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 15% | 13.5% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41% | 37.2% | 3.8% |
| Christian | 50.9% | 46.2% | 4.7% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Asten Fold 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 risen by about 14.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Asten Fold, Salford, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £117,500 | 2025-06-27 | £120,657 |
| 16 Asten Fold, Salford, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2025-03-28 | £159,234 |
| 54 Asten Fold, Salford, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £227,000 | 2025-03-03 | £228,773 |
| 56 Asten Fold, Salford, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2024-03-15 | £122,976 |
| 40 Asten Fold, Salford, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2021-03-05 | £187,307 |
M6 7JH 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 | 93 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Other | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summerville Primary School Summerville Road , M6 7HB | 3out of 4 | 327 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Primary School Daisy Bank Avenue , Swinton M27 5FU | 3out of 4 | 622 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's RC Primary School Swinton Park Road , M6 7WR | 3out of 4 | 650 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Light Oaks Infant School Lancaster Road , M6 8LU | 3out of 4 | 1,323 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Light Oaks Junior School Lancaster Road , M6 8LU | 3out of 4 | 1,323 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,063 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Hallows RC High School 150 Eccles Old Road , M6 8AA | 3out of 4 | 1,468 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Albion Academy 1 London Street , M6 6QT | 2out of 4 | 2,237 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellesmere Park High School Wentworth Road , Eccles M30 9BP | 3out of 4 | 2,350 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Swinton Sefton Road , Pendlebury M27 6JU | 3out of 4 | 3,079 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 874 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 | 5,188 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,377 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Springwood Primary School Barton Road , Swinton M27 5LP | 3out of 4 | 1,667 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Edstart EdStart Specialist Education , 5 Gerald Road M6 6DW | - not rated | 1,740 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Salford Home Tuition Services The Clifton Centre, 117 Silverdale , M27 8GW | - not rated | 2,277 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Clifton Centre 117 Silverdale , M27 8GW | 3out of 4 | 2,281 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Little Green Deli and Bar | 303 BOLTON ROAD | 324 yd | |
| Hot Cup Cafe | 383 Bolton Road | 349 yd | |
| Height Methodist Church | Height Methodist Church, King Street | 418 yd | |
| Housemartins Care Ltd. | 1 Sumner Road | 609 yd | |
| The Tea'osk | Summer Shed within Lightoaks Park, Claremont Road | 709 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion | 279 Bolton Road | 328 yd | |
| Wellington Hotel | The Wellington Hotel, 345 Bolton Road | 349 yd | |
| Waggon and Horses | 367 Bolton Road | 349 yd | |
| Claremont Tennis & Social Club | Doveleys Road | 637 yd | |
| The Barrfield Club | 91 Bolton Road | 771 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| That Burger Place Salford | 327 Bolton Road | 328 yd | |
| Midnight Delivery | 255 Bolton Road | 457 yd | |
| Taste of India | 245 Bolton Road | 504 yd | |
| Tasty Kitchen | 235 Bolton Road | 504 yd | |
| The Almeidas | 237 Bolton Road | 504 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 389 Bolton Road | 349 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakwood High School (Closed) Park Lane | 785 yd | |
| Rabbit Hills Playing Fields BOLTON ROAD | grass pitches | 792 yd |
| Salford City College (Pendleton Centre) PENDLETON COLLEGE PENDLETON COLLEGE DRONFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 838 yd |
| Light Oaks Park 29A 29A RADCLIFFE PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 916 yd |
| Langworthy Reds Arlfc OAKWOOD PARK OAKWOOD PARK SWINTON PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 941 yd |
| Bolton Road Playing Fields Summerville Road | grass pitches | 946 yd |
| Buile Hill Visual Arts College Eccles Old Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 962 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 | 79.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 79.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 79.4% |
| 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 | 41.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 89.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.