M43 6AB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Fairfield in Droylsden. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Droylsden East ward and the Ashton-under-Lyne constituency.
The people who live in M43 6AB are typical of a mixed area of service workers, students and families in semi-detached housing. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. The area has a notably diverse population — 33% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Tameside.
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 M43 6AB are sourced from Output Area E00030391 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
M43 6AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for M43 6AB.
277
40
£ 36,500 /yr
39%
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. M43 6AB spans multiple life stages — average age 40, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for M43 6AB. The average age is 40.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
school Local Schools
Fairfield High School for Girls
Fairfield Road Primary School
St Anne's RC Primary School
St Mary's CofE Primary School
St Clement's CofE Primary School
Manchester Road Primary Academy
Droylsden Academy
Wright Robinson College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
27 nearby- Greggs0.6 km
- Poundland0.7 km
- Openshaw Superstore0.8 km
- Mikes Newsagents0.3 km
- Farmfoods0.9 km
- + 22 more
Pub, NightClub
15 nearby- Buxton Inn0.9 km
- Church Inn0.6 km
- Droylsden Working Mens Club0.6 km
- Jolly Carter Inn0.7 km
- Fitzroy Social Club0.4 km
- + 10 more
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- Industry0.6 km
- Mumbai To London Cafe0.7 km
- Papa Johns Pizza0.5 km
- Safari Tearoom0.4 km
- The Hideout0.6 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- B And M Bargains0.7 km
- Iceland0.7 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Morrisons1.0 km
- Lidl0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
23 nearby- Bollywood Spice0.5 km
- Bombay Spice0.7 km
- Giovannis0.5 km
- Rosa Takeaway0.5 km
- Sake0.6 km
- + 18 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Warren Guest House0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Fairfield0.6 km
- Gorton1.3 km
- Denton2.4 km
Bus Stops
- Grove Street0.1 km
- Grove Street0.2 km
- Peel Street0.2 km
- Peel Street0.3 km
- Fairfield Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: M436AB · Data under Open Government Licence