Wilson Road is in Manchester and in Manchester district. M9 8BG is located in the Harpurhey 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 Wilson Road, Manchester, M9 8BG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M9 8BB, M9 8AT, M9 8BH, M9 8BR, M9 8BW, M9 8BQ, M9 8AH, M9 8AL, M9 8AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M9 8BG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 51.1% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 50.9% | 48.9% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 8BG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.4% 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 | 48.1% | 50.4% | 2.3% | 37.9% | 12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.4% | 36.5% | 10.1% | 44.2% | -7.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 5.1% | 3% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 13% | 6.1% | -6.9% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 3.5% | -3.9% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 | 40.4% | 47.4% | 7.0% | 48.4% | -1.0% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 35% | -0.9% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 12.1% | -2.5% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 3.7% | -2.9% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 1.9% | -0.5% | 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 | 28.7% | 25% | -3.7% | 18.2% | 6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 11.4% | -6.2% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 14.5% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 6.6% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 14.5% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.4% | 24.1% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -9.7% |
| Other | 7.4% | 3.9% | -3.5% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 61.3% 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 | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black African | 7% | 24.1% | 17.1% | 2.5% | 21.6% |
| Other Black | 2.8% | 1.5% | -1.3% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.4% | 3.7% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 3.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 80.8% | 61.3% | -19.5% | 81.4% | -20.1% |
| Arab | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 67.6% 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 | 86.4% | 67.6% | -18.8% | 83.2% | -15.6% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 15.9% | 12.1% | 6.1% | 9.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 6.6% | 12.1% | 5.5% | 2.7% | 9.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.9% | 67.4% | -15.5% | 83.2% | -15.8% |
| 10+ Years | 7% | 8.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 8.4% | 6.7% | 2.9% | 5.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 11.8% | 9.4% | 2.2% | 9.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 4.3% | -1.6% | 1.9% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.5% | 76.7% | -15.2% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 5.6% | 0.6% | 5.0% |
| Portugal | 4.7% | 0.5% | 4.2% |
| Spain | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 4% | 1.3% | 2.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 3.1% | 0.3% | 2.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27% | 37.2% | -10.2% |
| Christian | 61.5% | 46.2% | 15.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 9.3% | 6.5% | 2.8% |
| Not answered | 1.6% | 6.0% | -4.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wilson Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Crumpsall 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 -8.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57 Wilson Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2021-09-17 | £157,330 |
| 44 Wilson Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2021-09-01 | £112,551 |
| 46 Wilson Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2021-05-25 | £111,037 |
| 46 Wilson Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £49,000 | 2021-04-23 | £58,503 |
| 59 Wilson Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2018-11-15 | £198,279 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collyhurst Nursery School Teignmouth Avenue , Collyhurst M40 7QD | 4out of 4 | 2,819 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunny Brow Nursery School Sunny Brow Road , Archer Park M24 4AD | 4out of 4 | 3,786 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Carmel RC Primary School Wilson Road , Blackley M9 8BG | 4out of 4 | 143 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity CofE Primary School Capstan Street , Blackley M9 4DU | 3out of 4 | 729 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pike Fold Primary School Old Market Street , Blackley M9 8QP | 3out of 4 | 744 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Harpur Mount Alfred Street , Harpurhey M9 5XR | 3out of 4 | 833 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Irk Valley Community School Waterloo Street , Lower Crumpsall M8 5XH | 3out of 4 | 871 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,330 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manchester Communication Academy Silchester Drive , Harpurhey M40 8NT | 3out of 4 | 2,023 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King David High School Eaton Road , Crumpsall M8 5DY | 1out of 4 | 2,130 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's RC High School Alworth Road , Higher Blackley M9 0RP | 3out of 4 | 2,207 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy North Manchester 300 Victoria Avenue East , Blackley M9 7SS | 3out of 4 | 2,242 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connell Coop College 301 Alan Turing Way , M11 3BS | - not rated | 5,151 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | 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 | 1,641 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harpurhey Alternative Provision School 979-981 Rochdale Road , M9 8AE | - not rated | 485 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Manchester Parish Hall , Water Street M9 5US | - not rated | 975 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Camberwell Park Specialist Support School Brookside Road , Moston M40 9GJ | 4out of 4 | 1,866 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Ridge High School Alworth Road , M9 0RP | 4out of 4 | 2,123 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meade Hill School Chain Road , Higher Blackley M9 6GN | 3out of 4 | 2,305 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laura's Pit Stop | 203 Slack Road | 397 yd | |
| Manchester Youth Zone | 931 Rochdale Road | 466 yd | |
| KFC | 10 Moston Lane | 580 yd | |
| Fresh Fuel Bar | 1149 Rochdale Road | 582 yd | |
| Bon Appetit Meal Ltd | Unit 10, Harpurhey Shopping Centre, Lee Road | 686 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance Inn | 1049 Rochdale Road | 193 yd | |
| Top Derby | 935 Rochdale Road | 466 yd | |
| Grove Inn | 1097 Rochdale Road | 582 yd | |
| Embassy Club Leisure Bar | Embassy Club, Westbourne Grove | 683 yd | |
| Admiral Casino | Unit 9, 31 North City Shopping Centre, Lee Road | 719 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bernie's Fish and Chips | 1a Andrew Road | 312 yd | |
| Three Star | 193 Slack Road | 397 yd | |
| Crispy&Co | 1143 Rochdale Road | 582 yd | |
| Star Grill | 95 Old Market Street | 690 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 16/17, North City Shopping Centre, Rochdale Road | 700 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Petrol | North City Shopping Centre, Rochdale Road | 700 yd | |
| Lidl | Upper Conran Street | 778 yd | |
| Asda Supermarket | Harpurhey Shopping Centre, Rochdale Road | 791 yd | |
| Harpurhey Mini Market | 805-809 Rochdale Road | 1,066 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Manchester College - Harpur Hey Manchester Sixth Form (Closed) Rochdale Road | health and fitness suite | 535 yd |
| The Body Matrix (Closed) Old Market Street | health and fitness suite | 585 yd |
| Factory Youth Zone ROCHDALE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 591 yd |
| Lower Crumpsall WATERLOO STREET | grass pitches | 720 yd |
| North City Family & Fitness Centre NORTH CITY FAMILY AND FITNESS CENTRE NORTH CITY FAMILY AND FITNESS CENTRE UPPER CONRAN STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 791 yd |
| Irk Valley WATERLOO STREET | grass pitches | 927 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 | 96.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.4% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 90.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.