Postcode Analysis Manchester, North West

COLLEGE DRIVE, M16 0AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COLLEGE DRIVE, M16 0AE.

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Population

335

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 40,700 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: M16 0AE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10
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10/10
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8/10
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7/10
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6/10
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8/10
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7/10
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8/10
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7/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. M16 0AE's low deprivation rank, 85% ownership, and £475k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 15.4% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

M16 0AE is a safe, established residential area on College Drive, 0.5km from Manley Park in Manchester. Administratively it sits within Whalley Range ward and the Manchester, Gorton constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in M16, M16 0AE offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 85% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 47% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Manchester.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £475k, up 15.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for M16 0AE are sourced from Output Area E00026846 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for M16 0AE. The average age is 37.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British53.2%
Asian / British Asian27.2%
Black / African / Caribbean7.6%
Other / Mixed12.1%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 401,112

6 sales · Mean £ 407,120

Terraced

£ 360,000

1 sales · Mean £ 360,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)

M16 0AE 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.

Violence and sexual offences1

school Local Schools

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Manley Park Primary School

Outstanding424 pupils0.2 km
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Our Lady's RC Primary School Manchester

Good214 pupils0.4 km
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St Margaret's CofE Primary School

Good642 pupils0.5 km
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St John Vianney School

Good114 pupils0.8 km
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St Hilda's CofE Primary School

Good260 pupils0.9 km
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Oswald Road Primary School

Good650 pupils0.9 km
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Seymour Park Community Primary School

Outstanding663 pupils1.1 km
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St John's RC Primary School

Good413 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • Manchester Superstore Grocery 2017 Limited0.2 km
  • Booze Corner Off Licence1.0 km
  • Bargain World0.7 km
  • Booze & Cigs Polski Sklep0.7 km
  • Boozy Busters0.4 km
  • + 25 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

36 nearby
  • Four Side Vegan Pizza1.0 km
  • North Star Deli Chorlton0.8 km
  • Post Box Cafe & Shawarma1.0 km
  • Island Cabin Catering0.3 km
  • MyLahore Events Management Limited0.2 km
  • + 31 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

21 nearby
  • Chunky Chicken0.9 km
  • Kansas Fried Chicken0.9 km
  • Waffle Away0.7 km
  • Raja's0.7 km
  • Ashiana Takeaway0.4 km
  • + 16 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

15 nearby
  • Carlton Social And Bowling Club0.3 km
  • Old Trafford Conservative Club0.9 km
  • St Alphonsus Parish Centre1.0 km
  • The Beer House Chorlton (Ltd)0.9 km
  • The Sedge Lynn1.0 km
  • + 10 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • Morrisons plus Staff Canteen0.8 km
  • Tesco Express0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Firswood Metrolink0.8 km
  • Chorlton Metrolink0.9 km
  • Old Trafford Metrolink1.5 km

Bus Stops

  • St Werburgh's Road0.3 km
  • Morville Road0.3 km
  • St Werburgh's Road0.3 km
  • College Road0.4 km
  • College Road0.4 km