Postcode Analysis Salford, North West

HOUGHTON LANE, M27 0BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOUGHTON LANE, M27 0BU.

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Population

293

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 55,400 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: M27 0BU 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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10/10
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8/10
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9/10
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9/10
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6/10
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10/10
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5/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. M27 0BU's low deprivation rank, 94% ownership, and £352k 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 down 21.5% year-on-year.

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

M27 0BU is a sought-after residential area on Houghton Lane, 0.3km from Chorlton Fold in Swinton (Salford). Administratively it sits within Worsley & Westwood Park ward and the Worsley and Eccles South constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in M27, M27 0BU offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 94% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

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 £352k, down 21.5% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for M27 0BU are sourced from Output Area E00028864 (shared with 15 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 M27 0BU. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.9%
Asian / British Asian2.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.4%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 38%
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

£ 280,000

4 sales · Mean £ 298,750

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-07)

M27 0BU 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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Monton Green Primary School

Good445 pupils0.5 km
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Moorside High School

Good1111 pupils0.7 km
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Broadoak Primary School

Outstanding473 pupils0.9 km
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Chatsworth High School and Community College

Outstanding148 pupils1.2 km
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Oakwood Academy

Outstanding313 pupils1.2 km
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Moorside Primary School

Good648 pupils1.2 km
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Westwood Park Community Primary School

Good296 pupils1.2 km
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Alder Brook

Good42 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Albert's Restaurant And Bar1.0 km
  • Malt Dog0.8 km
  • Monton Sports Club0.7 km
  • Park Hotel0.8 km
  • Blind Pig0.6 km
  • + 4 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

22 nearby
  • The Bread Club0.6 km
  • Conservatory Coffee Shop1.0 km
  • Blacksticks0.7 km
  • Eden0.6 km
  • F.Q.S Hospitality0.7 km
  • + 17 more
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Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Eat Like A Greek0.7 km
  • English Chippy0.8 km
  • Brunchville0.7 km
  • Kingfisher Kebab House0.9 km
  • Monton Village Bakery0.7 km
  • + 7 more
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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • Tims and Parker(The Sides Medical Centre)1.0 km
  • Co-operative Group Food Limited0.8 km
  • Shell Moorside1.0 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.7 km
  • The Ancoats Distillery Limited0.5 km
  • + 14 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Patricroft1.4 km
  • Eccles1.8 km
  • Salford1.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Birch Road0.2 km
  • Rocky Lane0.2 km
  • Leigh Avenue0.4 km
  • Park Drive0.4 km
  • Leigh Avenue0.4 km