M7 1AX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Neptune Close, 0.1km from Lower Broughton in Salford. Administratively it sits within Broughton ward and the Blackley and Broughton constituency.
For families considering a move, M7 1AX represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 29) — 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. The area has a notably diverse population — 38% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Salford. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £289k, down 33.5% year-on-year. 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 M7 1AX are sourced from Output Area E00181695 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NEPTUNE CLOSE, M7 1AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEPTUNE CLOSE, M7 1AX.
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29
£ 0 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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
M7 1AX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 29, 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. Property prices are trending down 33.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for M7 1AX. The average age is 29.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger crowd. The neighborhood has a significantly lower average age than the national baseline.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 240,000
5 sales · Mean £ 246,600
Detached
£ 350,000
3 sales · Mean £ 395,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
M7 1AX has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
River View Community Primary School
The Friars Primary School
The Cathedral School of St Peter and St John RC Primary
Cheetwood Primary School
St Boniface RC Primary School
St Philip's CofE Primary School
The Albion Academy
Unity Community Primary
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Best One Salford1.0 km
- 24 Hours Vapes and Soft Drinks0.7 km
- MS Superstore Limited0.9 km
- Nisa Local0.7 km
- Zemen Convenient Store0.6 km
- + 16 more
Takeaway Shop
25 nearby- Subway0.8 km
- Greek Taste0.9 km
- Hash Burgers0.9 km
- Krown Burgers and Shakes0.9 km
- Little China0.9 km
- + 20 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Stay Inn Hotel0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Strangeway Studios0.6 km
- Adelphi Lads Club0.6 km
- Manchester Tennis and Racquet1.0 km
- Palatine Inn0.5 km
- The Old Pint Pot0.7 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
29 nearby- Hong Kong Choi0.4 km
- Love Community Cafe0.9 km
- McDonald's Restuarants Ltd1.0 km
- Naz Community Hall0.6 km
- Food Corner0.7 km
- + 24 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Salford Central1.2 km
- Salford Crescent1.2 km
- Manchester1.3 km
Bus Stops
- Great Clowes Street0.1 km
- Lidl0.1 km
- Health Centre0.2 km
- Health Centre0.2 km
- Lidl0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: M71AX · Data under Open Government Licence