M28 0GF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Barrowshaw Close, 0.4km from Walkden in Little Hulton. Administratively it sits within Walkden South ward and the Worsley and Eccles South constituency.
For families considering a move, M28 0GF represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 45) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: Average house prices are around £239k.
Census 2021 statistics for M28 0GF are sourced from Output Area E00028952 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BARROWSHAW CLOSE, M28 0GF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARROWSHAW CLOSE, M28 0GF.
288
45
£ 45,100 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: M28 0GF 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.
Area Character
M28 0GF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 88% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for M28 0GF. The average age is 45.4. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 202,250
6 sales · Mean £ 207,083
school Local Schools
The Lowry Academy
St Andrew's Methodist Primary School
St Edmund's RC Primary School
St Paul's CofE Primary School
Christ The King RC Primary School
James Brindley Community Primary School
Mesne Lea Primary School
Bridgewater Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
28 nearby- Cafe B0.5 km
- Cuddle in a cup0.3 km
- Koi Sushi and Oriental0.2 km
- Parr Fold Park Cafe0.5 km
- Purple Lounge0.5 km
- + 23 more
Takeaway Shop
24 nearby- First Choice Food Express0.7 km
- Domino's Pizza0.3 km
- Harry Pszza0.5 km
- The Walkden Bar0.5 km
- Nominations0.2 km
- + 19 more
Retailers - Other
24 nearby- Atlas Four Ltd T/A Seven Yays0.4 km
- Bargain Booze0.8 km
- Rita's Off Licence0.5 km
- Slimming World0.3 km
- Malina Mini Market Ltd0.6 km
- + 19 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- New Inn0.6 km
- Shamrock Tavern0.8 km
- The Stocks Hotel0.4 km
- The New Albion0.6 km
- Walkden Cricket Club0.6 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Home Bargains0.7 km
- B&M Retail0.4 km
- Aldi0.5 km
- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Walkden0.5 km
- Kearsley3.0 km
- Farnworth3.2 km
Bus Stops
- Wilfred Road0.2 km
- Wilfred Road0.2 km
- Longley Road0.2 km
- Bridgewater Road0.2 km
- Walkden Town Centre0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: M280GF · Data under Open Government Licence