Postcode report
Is M16 0SZ a Good Area? Schools, Crime & Local Insights
About M16 0SZ: area rating, property, schools and local change
M16 0SZ is a postcode in Whalley Range, Manchester, North West, England. This postcode area guide brings together crime, schools, demographics, property prices, planning applications, HMO licences and roadworks near M16 0SZ, then scores the surrounding small area 68/100 - top 21% nationally across 8 matched LocaleIQ domains.
The strongest signals around M16 0SZ are housing and safety, while schools and education is the main area to examine before moving, renting or buying here. LocaleIQ uses these local signals as a practical area rating rather than a single raw statistic, so read the score alongside the detailed map layers and source records.
The demographic profile for M16 0SZ is based on Trafford 006 Census 2021. It covers 8,657 residents, 2,163 people per square kilometre. The median age is around 38, helping show whether the area skews younger, family-sized or older. Housing tenure is 76% owner-occupied, 11% privately rented, 12% social rented, useful context for renters, buyers and landlords comparing the local property market. On the official England neighbourhood wellbeing index the area ranks in decile 7/10.
For property prices near M16 0SZ, LocaleIQ uses Land Registry sold-price evidence for the M16 postcode district. The latest median sold price is £326k from 53 rolling sales. The Property tab separates flats, terraced, semi-detached and detached homes where enough sales exist.
Families checking schools near M16 0SZ can compare 11 state schools within one mile, including 9 rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted or the equivalent inspectorate. The Schools tab adds phase, school type, distance, rating and a dedicated school map so the education context is easier to judge.
The Kids & Clubs tab lists 8 nearby child-friendly activities by type, with age range, venue, distance and provider links where available.
For safety, the Crime tab breaks down recorded crime near M16 0SZ by category and map position. Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Use it with the LocaleIQ safety score because police data can lag and does not capture every local issue.
Local change around M16 0SZ is tracked through nearby planning permissions, HMO licensing and roadworks. This report currently shows 134 HMO licences, 10 street-disruption records in the Planning tab, with dates, distance and source links. Large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.
FAQ
Common questions about M16 0SZ
Is M16 0SZ a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores the surrounding small area 68/100 (top 21% nationally). The report combines local records with wider official context, so use it as a decision aid rather than a single verdict.
What is crime like near M16 0SZ?
Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Crime data can lag real events; check the Crime tab for source labels and proxy notes.
What schools are near M16 0SZ?
11 open state schools are matched within 1 mile. The Schools tab lists distance, phase and rating where available.
Are there kids clubs or activities near M16 0SZ?
LocaleIQ currently matches 8 nearby child-friendly activities. The Kids & Clubs tab lists venue, distance, age range and provider links where available.
What demographics are available for M16 0SZ?
LocaleIQ matched M16 0SZ to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.
What are typical property prices in M16 0SZ?
The latest median sold price is £326k based on 53 Land Registry sales. The Property tab breaks down by property type and shows the recent trend.
Is there much building or roadworks around M16 0SZ?
LocaleIQ currently shows 134 HMO licences, 10 roadworks records in this report. Open the Planning tab for individual records; large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.