M14 4DD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Playfair Street, 0.5km from Infirmary in Manchester. Administratively it sits within Moss Side ward and the Manchester Central constituency.
For renters and young professionals, M14 4DD offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a self-employed tradespeople in multicultural metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. With residents averaging 30 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 53% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 64% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Manchester.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £175k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for M14 4DD are sourced from Output Area E00026566 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PLAYFAIR STREET, M14 4DD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PLAYFAIR STREET, M14 4DD.
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£ 33,800 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: M14 4DD 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
Cultural diversity defines M14 4DD — 64% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for M14 4DD. The average age is 29.9. 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: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 175,000
3 sales · Mean £ 180,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
M14 4DD 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
Manchester Academy
Claremont Primary School
Webster Primary School
Heald Place Primary School
Manchester Hospital School
The Divine Mercy Roman Catholic Primary School
Holy Name Roman Catholic Primary School Manchester
St Chrysostom's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
71 nearby- Hathersage Superstore Ltd0.9 km
- Medlock Newsagents0.9 km
- W H Smith Central Manchester Hospital - Main0.7 km
- Alnakla0.6 km
- Manchester Superstore0.7 km
- + 66 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Polish Parish Club0.4 km
- The Ford Madox Brown0.6 km
- 532 Bar & Kitchen0.8 km
- The Claremont Hotel0.9 km
- Grafton Arms0.8 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
153 nearby- Central Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust0.7 km
- Conservatory0.7 km
- Costa (Adults)0.7 km
- Moment To Childrens Restaurant0.7 km
- Subway-Wilmslow Park0.4 km
- + 148 more
Takeaway Shop
53 nearby- Dehli Sweet Centre0.6 km
- Halal Kebab House0.6 km
- Mr T's0.6 km
- Sadaf Restaurant & Cafe0.6 km
- Slider Factory0.5 km
- + 48 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Morrisons0.7 km
- Shah Ji Super Store0.5 km
- Tesco Express0.8 km
- Sainsbury's0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Park Crescent Hotel0.7 km
- Morning Star Hostel0.8 km
- Verdene Hotel0.1 km
- Travelodge0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ardwick2.0 km
- Manchester Oxford Road2.0 km
- Manchester Piccadilly2.2 km
Bus Stops
- Playfair Street0.1 km
- Playfair Street0.1 km
- Acomb Street0.1 km
- Whitworth Park0.3 km
- Whitworth Park0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: M144DD · Data under Open Government Licence