M12 4DT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on South Street, 0.2km from Longsight in Manchester. Administratively it sits within Ardwick ward and the Manchester Central constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, M12 4DT is many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a teachers and carers in metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 32 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 55% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Manchester. Full-time employment stands at 14% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £132k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 M12 4DT are sourced from Output Area E00026525 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SOUTH STREET, M12 4DT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTH STREET, M12 4DT.
423
32
£ 32,100 /yr
31%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: M12 4DT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
M12 4DT has a significant social housing presence — 55% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for M12 4DT. The average age is 31.6. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 132,500
2 sales · Mean £ 132,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
M12 4DT has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Dean Trust Ardwick
Plymouth Grove Primary School
St Joseph's RC Primary School Manchester
St Luke's CofE Primary School
St John's CofE Primary School
Armitage CofE Primary School
Rodney House School
St Peter's RC High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
51 nearby- Asma Convenience Store1.0 km
- A-Z Phones and Convenience Store0.9 km
- Babas Convienence Store1.0 km
- Bangla Bazar0.8 km
- Caribbean Market Fruit & Veg0.8 km
- + 46 more
Restaurant, Cafe
40 nearby- Community Church of the Nazarene Longsight0.3 km
- BCA Manchester Belle Vue Auction Centre0.8 km
- La Bona Pasta1.0 km
- Saleem’s Tawa Grill1.0 km
- Sanam Sweet House & Restaurant1.0 km
- + 35 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- St Anselm Hall Cellar Club1.0 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Appna Cash & Carry (Manchester) Ltd0.7 km
- Asda Longsight0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
29 nearby- Calzone King0.6 km
- Kammy's Kebab1.0 km
- Lazeeza Takeaway0.9 km
- Pizza City1.0 km
- Chicken Box1.0 km
- + 24 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ardwick1.1 km
- Ashburys1.3 km
- Belle Vue1.8 km
Bus Stops
- Plymouth Grove West0.1 km
- Longsight Police Station0.1 km
- Plymouth Grove0.2 km
- Plymouth Grove West0.3 km
- Richmond Grove0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: M124DT · Data under Open Government Licence