Walker Road is in Manchester and in Manchester district. M9 6RE is located in the Higher Blackley 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 Walker Road, Manchester, M9 6RE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M9 6FG, M9 6RF, M9 6FQ, M9 6RH, M9 6RU, M9 6EN, M9 6RD, M9 6JN, M9 6ER.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M9 6RE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 50.1% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 47.7% | 49.9% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 M9 6RE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.2% 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 | 43.4% | 50.2% | 6.8% | 37.9% | 12.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.3% | 35.9% | -2.4% | 44.2% | -8.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3.6% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 8.5% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 1.8% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
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 | 45.9% | 44.3% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 27.2% | 34.4% | 7.2% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 15% | 14.2% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 8.6% | 6% | -2.6% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 1.1% | -2.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 37.9% | 22% | -15.9% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 9.7% | -5.9% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 13.7% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 6.9% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 16.2% | 5.3% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.9% | 29.2% | 18.3% | 33.8% | -4.6% |
| Other | 5.5% | 2.2% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 69.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 2.1% | 3.1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 2.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 7.4% | 7.1% | 2.7% | 4.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Black African | 2.1% | 5.4% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 2.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 86.2% | 69.5% | -16.7% | 81.4% | -11.9% |
| Arab | 4.3% | 0.9% | -3.4% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 75.4% 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 | 86.9% | 75.4% | -11.5% | 83.2% | -7.8% |
| European Union | 5.5% | 6.9% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 4% | 6% | 2.0% | 2.7% | 3.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 9.1% | 6.0% | 5.6% | 3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 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 | 85.3% | 75.2% | -10.1% | 83.2% | -8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 17.4% | 16.2% | 9.8% | 7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 3.1% | 1.9% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 4% | 2.6% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.3% | 1.7% | -6.6% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.2% | 76.7% | -5.5% |
| Portugal | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 6.6% | 1.3% | 5.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.5% | 37.2% | -4.7% |
| Christian | 49% | 46.2% | 2.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 9.1% | 6.5% | 2.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Walker Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Charlestown 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 -19.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53 Walker Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2024-08-30 | £230,434 |
| 3 Walker Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2023-10-24 | £357,640 |
| 13 Walker Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2022-02-28 | £166,790 |
| 1 Walker Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2021-08-18 | £128,840 |
| 19 Walker Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2017-10-06 | £210,640 |
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Other | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunny Brow Nursery School Sunny Brow Road , Archer Park M24 4AD | 4out of 4 | 2,217 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Collyhurst Nursery School Teignmouth Avenue , Collyhurst M40 7QD | 4out of 4 | 4,388 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E-ACT Blackley Academy Victoria Avenue , Blackley M9 0RD | 3out of 4 | 351 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Clare's RC Primary School Victoria Avenue , Blackley M9 0RR | 3out of 4 | 937 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crosslee Community Primary School Crosslee Road , Blackley M9 6TG | 3out of 4 | 1,039 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Bosco RC Primary School Hall Moss Road , Blackley M9 7AT | 3out of 4 | 1,183 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Alkrington Boardman Fold Road , Alkrington M24 1GD | 3out of 4 | 1,221 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Academy Manchester Plant Hill Road , Higher Blackley M9 0WQ | 3out of 4 | 776 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's RC High School Alworth Road , Higher Blackley M9 0RP | 3out of 4 | 827 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy North Manchester 300 Victoria Avenue East , Blackley M9 7SS | 3out of 4 | 1,789 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's RC High School Nuthurst Road , Moston M40 0EW | - not rated | 2,976 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Middleton Technology School Kenyon Lane , Middleton M24 2GT | 3out of 4 | 3,012 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus , Rochdale Road M24 6XH | - not rated | 4,891 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 | 2,931 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Ridge High School Alworth Road , M9 0RP | 4out of 4 | 760 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meade Hill School Chain Road , Higher Blackley M9 6GN | 3out of 4 | 892 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harpurhey Alternative Provision School 979-981 Rochdale Road , M9 8AE | - not rated | 1,965 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elizabeth House School Wentworth Close , Middleton M24 4BD | - not rated | 2,294 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Camberwell Park Specialist Support School Brookside Road , Moston M40 9GJ | 4out of 4 | 2,314 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baytree Restaurant | 1140 Rochdale Road | 86 yd | |
| Don’s Cafe | 1174 Rochdale Road | 189 yd | |
| Frankie's Fish Bar | 215 Hill Lane | 273 yd | |
| Hillside Cafe | 2 Plant Terrace, Hill Lane | 304 yd | |
| House Of Desserts | 203 Victoria Avenue | 936 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Blackley Conservative Club | Higher Blackley Conservative Club, Symond Road | 304 yd | |
| Grove Inn | 1097 Rochdale Road | 1,050 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackley Indian Kitchen | 1144 Rochdale Road | 86 yd | |
| Sugar on Top | Floor 1, 1140 Rochdale Road | 108 yd | |
| Kay's Kitchen | 1158 Rochdale Road | 189 yd | |
| Ali Baba | 1176 Rochdale Road | 189 yd | |
| Golden Bridge Chinese Takeaway | 1172 Rochdale Road | 189 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Victoria Avenue East | 463 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Plant Hill Park ASHDOWN AVENUE | grass pitches | 520 yd |
| The Co-Operative Academy Of Manchester PLANT HILL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 896 yd |
| Our Lady'S Rc High School ALWORTH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 981 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 | 71.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 93.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.