M27 0BU is a sought-after residential area on Houghton Lane, 0.3km from Chorlton Fold in Swinton (Salford). Administratively it sits within Worsley & Westwood Park ward and the Worsley and Eccles South constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in M27, M27 0BU offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 94% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
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 £352k, down 21.5% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for M27 0BU are sourced from Output Area E00028864 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOUGHTON LANE, M27 0BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOUGHTON LANE, M27 0BU.
293
44
£ 55,400 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: M27 0BU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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
A sought-after, premium postcode. M27 0BU's low deprivation rank, 94% ownership, and £352k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 21.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for M27 0BU. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 280,000
4 sales · Mean £ 298,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-07)
M27 0BU 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
Monton Green Primary School
Moorside High School
Broadoak Primary School
Chatsworth High School and Community College
Oakwood Academy
Moorside Primary School
Westwood Park Community Primary School
Alder Brook
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Albert's Restaurant And Bar1.0 km
- Malt Dog0.8 km
- Monton Sports Club0.7 km
- Park Hotel0.8 km
- Blind Pig0.6 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- The Bread Club0.6 km
- Conservatory Coffee Shop1.0 km
- Blacksticks0.7 km
- Eden0.6 km
- F.Q.S Hospitality0.7 km
- + 17 more
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Eat Like A Greek0.7 km
- English Chippy0.8 km
- Brunchville0.7 km
- Kingfisher Kebab House0.9 km
- Monton Village Bakery0.7 km
- + 7 more
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Tims and Parker(The Sides Medical Centre)1.0 km
- Co-operative Group Food Limited0.8 km
- Shell Moorside1.0 km
- Morrisons Daily0.7 km
- The Ancoats Distillery Limited0.5 km
- + 14 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Express0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Patricroft1.4 km
- Eccles1.8 km
- Salford1.8 km
Bus Stops
- Birch Road0.2 km
- Rocky Lane0.2 km
- Leigh Avenue0.4 km
- Park Drive0.4 km
- Leigh Avenue0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: M270BU · Data under Open Government Licence