M43 6BA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Edge Lane, 0.7km from Openshaw, Higher in Droylsden. Administratively it sits within Droylsden East ward and the Ashton-under-Lyne constituency.
For families considering a move, M43 6BA represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £145k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for M43 6BA are sourced from Output Area E00030386 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EDGE LANE, M43 6BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EDGE LANE, M43 6BA.
328
34
£ 39,100 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: M43 6BA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
M43 6BA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 34, 71% 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 M43 6BA. The average age is 34.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 108,000
15 sales · Mean £ 113,950
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-09)
M43 6BA has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Higher Openshaw Community School
Manchester Road Primary Academy
Fairfield Road Primary School
Varna Community Primary School
St Clement's CofE Primary School
Droylsden Academy
Fairfield High School for Girls
Seymour Road Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
29 nearby- Manor Wines0.5 km
- The Barmy Baker0.4 km
- Akis Off Licence And News0.8 km
- The Corner Shop0.4 km
- Gloria Grocer Shop Ltd0.5 km
- + 24 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Buxton Inn0.4 km
- Droylsden Working Mens Club0.5 km
- Halfway House Hotel0.5 km
- Jolly Carter Inn0.5 km
- Higher Openshaw W M Club0.5 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Kakoli Restaurant0.5 km
- Safari Tearoom0.9 km
- McDonalds Restaurant0.3 km
- Golden House International Restaurant0.6 km
- Karibu Yote0.6 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
24 nearby- Boston Fried Chicken0.5 km
- Burgerfy0.5 km
- Dans Fish Bar0.5 km
- Freddys Chicken And Pizza0.5 km
- Jubilee 20000.4 km
- + 19 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Morrisons0.3 km
- Lidl0.5 km
- Morrisons Petrol0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Warren Guest House0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gorton0.9 km
- Fairfield1.3 km
- Belle Vue2.0 km
Bus Stops
- Bridge Street0.0 km
- Bridge Street0.1 km
- Wheler Street0.2 km
- Wheler Street0.2 km
- St Peter's Upper RCHS (Fairfield Road)0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: M436BA · Data under Open Government Licence