Postcode Analysis Manchester, North West

DALESMAN WALK, M15 6BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DALESMAN WALK, M15 6BU.

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Population

242

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Avg Age

27

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Avg Income

£ 45,300 /yr

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Employed

30%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10
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1/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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4/10
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10/10
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1/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Very young, very high renting. At 27 years average age and 45% private renter occupancy, M15 6BU is a classic student-to-graduate transition zone. Low crime and budget prices are a strong draw for students and early-career renters. Property prices are trending down 22.9% year-on-year.

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

M15 6BU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Dalesman Walk, 0.4km from Gaythorn in Manchester. Administratively it sits within Hulme ward and the Manchester Central constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. The daytime character shifts — high status management and administration, especially public sector. With an average age of just 27, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 45% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 45% 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 £145k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 22.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for M15 6BU are sourced from Output Area E00176081 (shared with 8 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 M15 6BU. The average age is 27.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British55.2%
Asian / British Asian22.4%
Black / African / Caribbean11.2%
Other / Mixed11.2%

Economic Activity

30%Active
FT: 20%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 145,000

5 sales · Mean £ 131,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

M15 6BU 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.

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school Local Schools

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St Philip's Church of England Primary School

Good208 pupils0.2 km
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Martenscroft Nursery School & Children's Centre

Outstanding75 pupils0.3 km
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Trinity CofE High School

Outstanding1522 pupils0.5 km
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St Wilfrid's RC Primary School

Good218 pupils0.8 km
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Holy Name Roman Catholic Primary School Manchester

Outstanding217 pupils0.9 km
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Rolls Crescent Primary School

Good421 pupils0.9 km
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Webster Primary School

Good498 pupils1.1 km
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Medlock Primary School

Requires Improvement449 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

43 nearby
  • The Village Shop0.9 km
  • Co-op0.4 km
  • Co-op0.4 km
  • Deansgate Square General Store0.8 km
  • Earthcaffe (Grab & Go)0.3 km
  • + 38 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

25 nearby
  • The Midland Hotel0.9 km
  • Whitworth Locke Hotel0.8 km
  • Hyatt Hotel Manchester0.3 km
  • Novotel Manchester Centre0.9 km
  • First Street0.6 km
  • + 20 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

54 nearby
  • EVA1.0 km
  • The Ducie Arms0.8 km
  • 532 Bar & Kitchen0.8 km
  • Rebellion Bar0.8 km
  • Salutation Tavern0.2 km
  • + 49 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

210 nearby
  • Banh Mi Co Ba0.7 km
  • Nudo Sushi Box0.8 km
  • Pizza Express0.7 km
  • San Carlo Fumo1.0 km
  • Society0.8 km
  • + 205 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

34 nearby
  • Birley Fields Eatery0.4 km
  • Roy's Original Sweet Dish Take Away0.9 km
  • Bentokingplus0.7 km
  • Gong Cha Oxford Road0.4 km
  • The Village Fish & Chip Cafe0.9 km
  • + 29 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Asda Supermarket0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Manchester Oxford Road0.6 km
  • Deansgate0.8 km
  • Manchester Piccadilly1.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Cavendish Street (to def rte)0.1 km
  • Cavendish Street (to def rte)0.1 km
  • Epping Street0.1 km
  • Cavendish Street0.1 km
  • Cavendish Street0.1 km