M34 2AF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Manchester Road, 0.5km from The City in Denton (Tameside). Administratively it sits within Denton West ward and the Denton and Reddish constituency.
For families considering a move, M34 2AF represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: With prices averaging £158k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 3.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for M34 2AF are sourced from Output Area E00030333 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MANCHESTER ROAD, M34 2AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MANCHESTER ROAD, M34 2AF.
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£ 37,800 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: M34 2AF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. M34 2AF's 66% ownership and 37-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending up 3.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for M34 2AF. The average age is 37.5. 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
Terraced
£ 160,000
3 sales · Mean £ 178,333
Flat
£ 154,000
1 sales · Mean £ 154,000
school Local Schools
Denton Community College
St Mary's RC Primary School
Russell Scott Primary School
St Thomas More RC College
Greswell Primary School and Nursery
Linden Road Academy and Hearing Impaired Base
St Anne's Primary School
Audenshaw School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- Premier - Patel General Food Store0.4 km
- Bennetts Potatoes0.7 km
- Jays Booze Bonanza0.7 km
- Nisa Local1.0 km
- Poundland0.4 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
17 nearby- Chapel House Inn0.6 km
- Denton Cricket And Sports Club0.7 km
- Denton Liberal Club0.2 km
- Old Peg0.9 km
- Pitstop0.0 km
- + 12 more
Restaurant, Cafe
32 nearby- Carmel Cafe At Carmel Christian Church0.4 km
- Gym Life Manchester0.4 km
- Hally Moos0.3 km
- Howards Bar0.0 km
- Mama Gs Bistro0.3 km
- + 27 more
Takeaway Shop
30 nearby- Crispy Cod0.6 km
- Good Choice0.2 km
- Kami's Peri Peri0.0 km
- The Full Monty0.7 km
- Denton Kebab And Curry House0.3 km
- + 25 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Aldi Stores0.4 km
- Lidl0.3 km
- Morrisons Supermarket0.4 km
- Wilko0.4 km
- Sainsbury's1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Denton0.9 km
- Guide Bridge2.1 km
- Hyde Central2.3 km
Bus Stops
- Ann Street0.0 km
- Pearl Street0.1 km
- Pearl Street0.1 km
- Acre Street0.1 km
- Victoria Street0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: M342AF · Data under Open Government Licence