Torrax Close is in Salford and in Salford district. M6 7PX is located in the Claremont electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Salford and Eccles. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Torrax Close, Salford, M6 7PX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M6 7PU, M27 5NB, M6 7PR, M6 7PS, M27 5NA, M27 5LZ, M6 7PG, M6 8ND, M6 7PP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M6 7PX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 52.1% | 3.5% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 51.4% | 47.9% | -3.5% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.1% | 35.4% | 8.3% | 37.9% | -2.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.2% | 46.5% | -9.7% | 44.2% | 2.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 1.5% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 8.1% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 2% | 8.6% | 6.6% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 47.8% | 45.3% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 36.9% | 0.6% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 9.4% | 12.3% | 2.9% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 5.1% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.7% | 13.8% | -6.9% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 11.2% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.7% | 12.8% | -8.9% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 9.7% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 16.8% | 6.5% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.7% | 32.1% | 10.4% | 33.8% | -1.7% |
| Other | 4.4% | 3.6% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98% | 97.9% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 91.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.3% | 91.5% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 5.9% | 4.7% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 91.5% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.8% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.8% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.5% | 76.7% | 7.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 3% | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| Oceania | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 9.4% | 13.5% | -4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.9% | 37.2% | -5.3% |
| Christian | 63% | 46.2% | 16.8% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Torrax 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.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Torrax Close, Salford, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2025-12-18 | £288,357 |
| 5 Torrax Close, Salford, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-02-24 | £202,193 |
| 2 Torrax Close, Salford, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £376,000 | 2022-02-28 | £407,530 |
| 5 Torrax Close, Salford, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2014-02-11 | £291,206 |
| 7 Torrax Close, Salford, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2013-10-31 | £369,720 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Education | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lakes Nursery School Worsley Road , Swinton M27 5WW | - not rated | 1,110 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Dene Community Nursery Centre Birch Drive , Pendlebury M27 4HD | - not rated | 1,169 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Bank Nursery School Birch Drive , Pendlebury M27 1HD | - not rated | 1,171 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stott Lane Nursery School Stott Lane , M6 8FJ | - not rated | 1,583 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladywell Community Nursery Centre Tan Pit Lane , Eccles New Road M5 2AB | - not rated | 1,968 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor Road Junior School Parkgate Drive , Swinton M27 1LN | - not rated | 548 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor Road County Infant School Parkgate Drive , Swinton M27 1LN | - not rated | 548 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor Road Primary School Parkgate Drive , Swinton M27 5LN | 3out of 4 | 566 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor Road Primary School Parkgate Drive , Swinton M27 5LN | - not rated | 566 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Light Oaks Infant School Lancaster Road , M6 8LU | 3out of 4 | 682 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellesmere Park High School Wentworth Road , Eccles M30 9BP | - not rated | 1,241 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellesmere Park High School Wentworth Road , Eccles M30 9BP | 3out of 4 | 1,241 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope High School Prestwood Road , M6 8GG | - not rated | 1,285 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Hallows RC High School 150 Eccles Old Road , M6 8AA | 3out of 4 | 1,367 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buile Hill Academy Eccles Old Road , M6 8RD | - not rated | 1,702 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eccles College Chatsworth Road , M30 9FJ | - not rated | 1,186 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| De La Salle College Weaste Lane , M6 8QS | - not rated | 1,519 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Salford City College Dronfield Road , M6 7FR | - not rated | 1,647 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parklands School Barton Road , Swinton M27 5LP | - not rated | 469 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwood Primary School Barton Road , Swinton M27 5LP | - not rated | 607 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwood Primary School Barton Road , Swinton M27 5LP | 3out of 4 | 607 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Claremont School Park Lane , M6 7RQ | - not rated | 817 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Manchester Children Hospital School Hospital Road , Pendlebury M27 4HA | - not rated | 885 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Langworthy Reds R.L.F. & Social Club | Oakwood Park Stables, Swinton Park Road | 301 yd | |
| Crackerjacks | within Grosvenor Road Primary School, Parkgate Drive | 550 yd | |
| Hadfields Cafe | 61 Manchester Road | 744 yd | |
| Noel's Catering | within Swinton Masonic Hall, Hospital Road | 980 yd | |
| R Bar And Bistro | 229 Manchester Road | 1,018 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swinton Football Club | Playing Field And Clubhouse, Barton Road | 626 yd | |
| The Shoulder Of Mutton | Holcombe Village | 743 yd | |
| The Farmers Arms | Farmers Arms, 160 Manchester Road | 882 yd | |
| Swinton Masonic Hall | Masonic Hall, Hospital Road | 980 yd | |
| Cricketers Arms | 227 Manchester Road | 1,018 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lantern Palace | 39 New Herbert Street | 922 yd | |
| The Chippy | 184 Manchester Road | 959 yd | |
| New Century | 241 Manchester Road | 1,018 yd | |
| Oriental Takeaway | 247 Manchester Road | 1,018 yd | |
| Swinton Balti Chef | 245 Manchester Road | 1,018 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Swinton Park Golf Club EAST LANCASHIRE ROAD | golf | 235 yd |
| Duncan Mathieson Playing Fields Odessa Avenue | grass pitches | 465 yd |
| Langworthy Reds Arlfc OAKWOOD PARK OAKWOOD PARK SWINTON PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 503 yd |
| Light Oaks Park 29A 29A RADCLIFFE PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 630 yd |
| Oakwood High School (Closed) Park Lane | 745 yd | |
| Swinton Fc PLAYING FIELD AND CLUBHOUSE PLAYING FIELD AND CLUBHOUSE BARTON ROAD | grass pitches | 821 yd |
| Ellesmere Recreation Ground WINCHESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 874 yd |
| Victoria Park Manchester Road | tennis courts | 915 yd |
| De La Salle Sports & Social Club LANCASTER ROAD | grass pitches | 963 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% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 178.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.