Postcode Analysis Tameside, North West

M43 6DU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for M43 6DU.

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Population

604

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 36,500 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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

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10/10
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4/10
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4/10
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10/10
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8/10
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7/10
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10/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

M43 6DU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 35, 68% 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.

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

M43 6DU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Fairfield in Droylsden. Administratively it sits within Droylsden East ward and the Ashton-under-Lyne constituency.

For families considering a move, M43 6DU represents a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. The community skews young professional (average age 35) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

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 M43 6DU are sourced from Output Area E00177721 (shared with 21 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 M43 6DU. The average age is 34.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British71.2%
Asian / British Asian13.0%
Black / African / Caribbean10.6%
Other / Mixed5.2%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 47%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

school Local Schools

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Fairfield Road Primary School

Good448 pupils0.3 km
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Fairfield High School for Girls

Good974 pupils0.4 km
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St Mary's CofE Primary School

Good222 pupils0.5 km
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Droylsden Academy

Good929 pupils0.5 km
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Manchester Road Primary Academy

Good371 pupils0.6 km
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St Stephen's RC Primary School

Good419 pupils0.6 km
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Moorside Primary School

Good419 pupils0.8 km
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St Anne's RC Primary School

Good234 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Mikes Newsagents0.5 km
  • Brambles Bakery1.0 km
  • JND Paresh Stores0.4 km
  • Poundstretcher0.5 km
  • Greggs0.4 km
  • + 12 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

22 nearby
  • Foodaholic1.0 km
  • Daystar0.4 km
  • Donnerism0.4 km
  • Raajas0.5 km
  • Mr Lin0.5 km
  • + 17 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • Audenshaw Masonic Hall0.8 km
  • Droylsden A F C0.6 km
  • Fairfield Arms0.8 km
  • The Beehive0.4 km
  • Buxton Inn0.8 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Moravian College0.4 km
  • Roma Cafe0.3 km
  • The Pearl Restaurant, Bar And Lounge0.8 km
  • Industry0.3 km
  • Kakoli Restaurant0.9 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • B And M Bargains0.4 km
  • Iceland0.3 km
  • Tesco0.3 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Warren Guest House0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Fairfield1.0 km
  • Gorton1.6 km
  • Guide Bridge2.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Scott Road0.1 km
  • Cemetery Road0.1 km
  • Tesco0.2 km
  • Cemetery Road0.2 km
  • Tesco Superstore0.2 km