M16 8HJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Demesne Road, 0.2km from Alexandra Park in Manchester. Administratively it sits within Whalley Range ward and the Manchester, Gorton constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 35 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 51% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 53% 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: Average house prices are around £216k.
Census 2021 statistics for M16 8HJ are sourced from Output Area E00026222 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DEMESNE ROAD, M16 8HJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DEMESNE ROAD, M16 8HJ.
390
35
£ 39,100 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines M16 8HJ — 53% 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 M16 8HJ. The average age is 35.3. 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
Flat
£ 130,000
11 sales · Mean £ 132,090
Detached
£ 450,000
1 sales · Mean £ 450,000
Semi-Detached
£ 250,834
1 sales · Mean £ 250,834
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
M16 8HJ 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
St Margaret's CofE Primary School
William Hulme's Grammar School
Whalley Range 11-18 High School
St Mary's CofE Junior and Infant School
Our Lady's RC Primary School Manchester
Manley Park Primary School
Wilbraham Primary School
The Divine Mercy Roman Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
23 nearby- Bargain World0.6 km
- Best & Fresh Superstore Ltd0.9 km
- Booze & Cigs Polski Sklep0.6 km
- Abu Mazen Mini Market1.0 km
- Brandon News0.8 km
- + 18 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Carlton Social And Bowling Club0.7 km
- St Margaret's Social Centre0.7 km
- The Claremont Hotel0.8 km
- Whalley Range Amateur Football Club0.9 km
- Whalley Range Cricket & Tennis Club0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
23 nearby- Balestaro0.9 km
- Island Cabin Catering0.6 km
- MyLahore Events Management Limited0.7 km
- Parkway Cafe0.5 km
- Red Sea Cafe Bar1.0 km
- + 18 more
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- Waffle Away0.5 km
- Dallas Pizza1.0 km
- Jin Du1.0 km
- Raja's0.6 km
- Just Biryani0.8 km
- + 11 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chorlton Metrolink1.5 km
- Firswood Metrolink1.7 km
- Withington Metrolink1.8 km
Bus Stops
- Demesne Road0.1 km
- Demesne Road0.1 km
- Demesne Road0.2 km
- Demesne Road0.2 km
- Brantingham Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: M168HJ · Data under Open Government Licence