M8 0RB is in Great Cambridge Road, Manchester and Manchester district. M8 0RB is located in the Cheetham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blackley and Broughton. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Great Cambridge Road, Manchester, M8 0RB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M8 0RD, M8 0RE, M8 0QY, M8 0GZ, M8 0RA, M8 0GY, M8 8WB, M8 0QZ, M8 0GD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M8 0RB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 50.8% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 49.2% | 49.2% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 M8 0RB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.1% 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 | 42.1% | 45.1% | 3.0% | 37.9% | 7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.7% | 44.1% | 5.4% | 44.2% | -0.1% |
| Separated | 5.1% | 2.1% | -3.0% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 5.6% | -3.8% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 3.1% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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 | 48.2% | 53.2% | 5.0% | 48.4% | 4.8% |
| Good health | 28.6% | 29.5% | 0.9% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 13.7% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 3.1% | -4.0% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 46.5% | 27.4% | -19.1% | 18.2% | 9.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 8.7% | -6.5% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.4% | 12.1% | 1.7% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.7% | 3.1% | 2.4% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 13.6% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.4% | 31.3% | 20.9% | 33.8% | -2.5% |
| Other | 8.4% | 3.8% | -4.6% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 35% 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 | 3.1% | 2.4% | -0.7% | 0.7% | 1.7% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 13.5% | 26.7% | 13.2% | 2.7% | 24.0% |
| Other Asian | 8.5% | 4.4% | -4.1% | 1.6% | 2.8% |
| Black African | 9.9% | 10.8% | 0.9% | 2.5% | 8.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 3% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| White | 54.6% | 35% | -19.6% | 81.4% | -46.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 1.4% | 3.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 3.1% |
| Other | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
In this area, 55.8% 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 | 66.2% | 55.8% | -10.4% | 83.2% | -27.4% |
| European Union | 4.5% | 7.9% | 3.4% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 8.5% | 9.3% | 0.8% | 2.7% | 6.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 18.9% | 24.1% | 5.2% | 5.6% | 18.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 63.6% | 56.1% | -7.5% | 83.2% | -27.1% |
| 10+ Years | 3.3% | 20.5% | 17.2% | 9.8% | 10.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.5% | 9% | 0.5% | 2.9% | 6.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 14.4% | 9% | -5.4% | 2.2% | 6.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.2% | 5.4% | -4.8% | 1.9% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56% | 76.7% | -20.7% |
| France | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Germany | 3.2% | 0.2% | 3.0% |
| Italy | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 2.5% | 0.4% | 2.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 3% | 0.3% | 2.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 8.9% | 1.2% | 7.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 13.5% | 13.5% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 16.8% | 37.2% | -20.4% |
| Christian | 34.3% | 46.2% | -11.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 40.9% | 6.5% | 34.4% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around M8 0RB was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Cheetham 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 of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 177 Queens Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-07-23 | £225,267 |
| 153 Queens Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2021-05-07 | £158,323 |
| 163 Queens Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2016-03-31 | £140,878 |
| 163 Queens Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £57,000 | 2013-08-16 | £129,620 |
| 175 Queens Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2013-01-25 | £285,739 |
The percentage of student residents living in M8 0RB area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 67 |
| Looking after home or family | 51 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 46 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Other | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 15 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Education | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| 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 | 911 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnes Green Nursery School Beech Mount , Harpurhey M9 1XS | - not rated | 1,394 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradshaw Community Nursery Centre Devonshire Street , M7 4RF | - not rated | 2,134 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor Community Nursery Centre Clarence Street , Grosvenor Square M7 9UQ | - not rated | 2,276 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ancoats Nursery School Palmerston Street , Ancoats M12 6PE | - not rated | 3,019 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Primary School Smedley Lane , Cheetham M8 8SA | - not rated | 332 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Temple Smedley Lane , Cheetham M8 8SA | 3out of 4 | 332 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Temple Junior School Smedley Street , Cheetham M8 8UN | - not rated | 415 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Temple Infant School Smedley Street , Cheetham M8 8UN | - not rated | 415 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Malachy's RC Primary School Eggington Street , Collyhurst M40 7RG | 3out of 4 | 624 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Girls' Leadership Academy, Manchester 40 Rayburn Way , M8 8DT | 3out of 4 | 415 yd | Free schools | No | Girls | More About School |
| Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Manchester 38 Rayburn Way , M8 8DT | 3out of 4 | 625 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Manchester Communication Academy Silchester Drive , Harpurhey M40 8NT | 3out of 4 | 961 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moston Brook High School Northampton Road , M40 5BP | - not rated | 1,933 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King David High School Eaton Road , Crumpsall M8 5DY | - not rated | 2,095 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City College Manchester Whitworth Street , M1 3HB | - not rated | 3,037 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shena Simon College 34 Whitworth Street , M1 3HB | - not rated | 3,037 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Connell Co-Op College 301 Alan Turing Way , M11 3BS | - not rated | 3,856 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| LTE Group Whitworth House , Whitworth St M11 2WH | - not rated | 4,707 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Manchester College Openshaw Campus , Ashton Old Road M11 2WH | - not rated | 4,707 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 | 1,319 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abraham Moss Community School Crescent Road , Crumpsall M8 5UF | - not rated | 1,319 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen's Park School Marston Street , M40 7US | - not rated | 786 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jamia Arabia Manchester 328 Cheetham Hill Road , Cheetham Hill M8 0PJ | - not rated | 862 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Manchester Salafi School 2 Dudley Street , M8 9DA | - not rated | 1,142 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Manchester Harpurhey Community Church , Carisbrook Street M9 5UX | - not rated | 1,547 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard House Specialist High School 6 Sawley Road , M40 8EZ | - not rated | 1,709 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irish World Heritage Centre | Irish World Heritage Centre, 1 Irish Town Way | 150 yd | |
| Shahba Rose | 103 Queens Road | 157 yd | |
| Two Apples | 103 Queens Road | 157 yd | |
| Metro Link Canteen | Metrolink House, Queens Road | 231 yd | |
| McDonalds | 10 Queens Road | 375 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smedley Hotel | 181 Hendham Vale | 616 yd | |
| The Valley | The Valley, Glendower Drive | 626 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grumpy Baker | 339 Cheetham Hill Road | 512 yd | |
| Subway | Manchester Fort, Cheetham Hill Road | 615 yd | |
| Street Food | 196 Woodlands Road | 699 yd | |
| Vegan Shack | 184 Rochdale Road | 882 yd | |
| Jungle Grill Express Delivery | 51 North Street | 923 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Soccer Centre (Manchester) IRISH TOWN WAY | artificial grass pitch | 151 yd |
| Smedley Lane Playing Fields LICHFIELD DRIVE | grass pitches | 509 yd |
| Manchester Communication Academy SILCHESTER DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 875 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 | 90.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.5% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 135.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.