M14 4BZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Great Western Street, 0.5km from Infirmary in Manchester. Administratively it sits within Moss Side ward and the Manchester Central constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, M14 4BZ is a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. With an average age of just 28, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 72% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Manchester. Full-time employment stands at 12% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for M14 4BZ are sourced from Output Area E00026567 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GREAT WESTERN STREET, M14 4BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GREAT WESTERN STREET, M14 4BZ.
495
28
£ 33,800 /yr
25%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: M14 4BZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
M14 4BZ has a significant social housing presence — 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for M14 4BZ. The average age is 28.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
M14 4BZ has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Manchester Academy
Claremont Primary School
Webster Primary School
Heald Place Primary School
The Divine Mercy Roman Catholic Primary School
Manchester Hospital School
Holy Name Roman Catholic Primary School Manchester
St Chrysostom's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
72 nearby- Araby0.3 km
- Azadi Mini Market0.7 km
- Babaa Takeaway0.7 km
- Best & Fresh Superstore Ltd0.8 km
- City News Off Licence0.4 km
- + 67 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Park Crescent Hotel0.7 km
- Travelodge0.9 km
- Verdene Hotel0.1 km
- Morning Star Hostel0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- The Ford Madox Brown0.6 km
- 532 Bar & Kitchen0.9 km
- The Claremont Hotel0.9 km
- Grafton Arms0.8 km
- Kro Bar1.0 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
153 nearby- Afrikana Kitchen0.4 km
- Baghdady0.7 km
- Balestaro0.8 km
- Bardez Indian Street Food and Grill0.4 km
- Blue Nile Cafe0.0 km
- + 148 more
Takeaway Shop
53 nearby- Dixy Chicken (Rusholme)0.4 km
- Hadramout0.5 km
- Istanbul0.7 km
- Bentokingplus0.9 km
- Crownchy Fried Chicken0.6 km
- + 48 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Shah Ji Super Store0.5 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Morrisons0.8 km
- Tesco Express0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ardwick2.0 km
- Manchester Oxford Road2.1 km
- Manchester Piccadilly2.3 km
Bus Stops
- Acomb Street0.1 km
- Playfair Street0.2 km
- Playfair Street0.2 km
- Whitworth Park0.3 km
- Whitworth Park0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: M144BZ · Data under Open Government Licence