M16 8DN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Whalley Grove, 0.4km from Alexandra Park in Manchester. Administratively it sits within Whalley Range ward and the Manchester, Gorton constituency.
For families considering a move, M16 8DN represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 42% 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: Average house prices are around £368k, down 58.7% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for M16 8DN are sourced from Output Area E00026842 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WHALLEY GROVE, M16 8DN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHALLEY GROVE, M16 8DN.
458
36
£ 40,700 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: M16 8DN 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.
Area Character
M16 8DN is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £368k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 58.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for M16 8DN. The average age is 36.3. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 206,000
1 sales · Mean £ 206,000
Terraced
£ 350,000
12 sales · Mean £ 350,864
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
M16 8DN 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
St Margaret's CofE Primary School
Our Lady's RC Primary School Manchester
Manley Park Primary School
St Mary's CofE Junior and Infant School
William Hulme's Grammar School
Seymour Park Community Primary School
St John Vianney School
St Hilda's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
25 nearby- Bargain World0.3 km
- Booze & Cigs Polski Sklep0.3 km
- Boozy Busters0.8 km
- Needs World1.0 km
- Trafford Halal Meat1.0 km
- + 20 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Carlton Social And Bowling Club0.2 km
- Jam Street Bar & Grill0.6 km
- Whalley Range Amateur Football Club1.0 km
- South West Manchester Cricket Club1.0 km
- St Margaret's Social Centre0.6 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Island Cabin Catering0.3 km
- MyLahore Events Management Limited0.2 km
- Parkway Cafe1.0 km
- Range Delights Ltd0.6 km
- Flayvas0.9 km
- + 12 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Waffle Away0.3 km
- Chicken Shack1.0 km
- Jerk Junction0.9 km
- Red Marrakech1.0 km
- Spices of Kashmir1.0 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Firswood Metrolink1.2 km
- Chorlton Metrolink1.3 km
- Old Trafford Metrolink1.8 km
Bus Stops
- Burford Road0.2 km
- Range Road0.3 km
- Burford Road0.3 km
- Dudley Road0.4 km
- Russell Avenue0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: M168DN · Data under Open Government Licence