Postcode Analysis Salford, North West

SORBY ROAD, M44 5BA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SORBY ROAD, M44 5BA.

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Population

467

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 40,100 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: M44 5BA is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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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10/10
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6/10
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8/10
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4/10
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7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

M44 5BA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 32, 82% 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

M44 5BA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Sorby Road, 0.3km from Irlam in Irlam. Administratively it sits within Cadishead & Lower Irlam ward and the Worsley and Eccles South constituency.

For families considering a move, M44 5BA represents a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. During the day, manufacturing, energy and utilities. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.



Census 2021 statistics for M44 5BA are sourced from Output Area E00181671 (shared with 30 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 M44 5BA. The average age is 32.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British86.5%
Asian / British Asian5.8%
Black / African / Caribbean5.4%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 46%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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Irlam and Cadishead Academy

Requires Improvement636 pupils0.6 km
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St Teresa's RC Primary School

Good237 pupils0.7 km
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Irlam Primary School

Good439 pupils1.2 km
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Cadishead Primary School

Good348 pupils1.2 km
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Irlam Endowed Primary School

Good242 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Irlam Steel Rec. & Soc. Club0.5 km
  • The Station0.6 km
  • Lady James Hall0.9 km
  • White Horse0.5 km
  • Irlam Catholic Mens Club0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Fiori Di Sophie0.5 km
  • Single Block Limited0.5 km
  • Cafe Vibe0.5 km
  • La Rosa Bella0.5 km
  • Irlam & Cadishead Leisure Centre Coffee Shop0.9 km
  • + 7 more
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Dessert Delights Irlam0.5 km
  • Way Fung0.5 km
  • Caddy Fried Chicken0.5 km
  • Demore0.5 km
  • Munchies JLB0.5 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Party Delights Ltd0.4 km
  • Zymurgorium: The Brewing Emporium0.5 km
  • ASTLEY WINE STORES0.5 km
  • Extra Local Mini Supermarket0.5 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.7 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • TESCO STORES LIMITED0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Irlam0.8 km
  • Flixton2.7 km
  • Glazebrook2.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Tesco Store0.2 km
  • Tesco Store0.2 km
  • Excalibur Way (NWbnd - to def.rte)0.3 km
  • Cadishead Way (SWbnd - to def.rte)0.3 km
  • Irlam Post Office0.5 km