Postcode report
M6 5AA Guide - Crime Rate, Schools & Area Review
About M6 5AA: area rating, property, schools and local change
M6 5AA is a postcode in Pendleton & Charlestown, Salford, North West, England. This postcode area guide brings together crime, schools, demographics, property prices, planning applications, HMO licences and roadworks near M6 5AA, then scores the surrounding small area 17/100 - bottom 1% nationally across 8 matched LocaleIQ domains.
The strongest signals around M6 5AA are property market signals and jobs, while local prosperity 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 M6 5AA is based on Salford 024 Census 2021. It covers 5,674 residents, 6,231 people per square kilometre. The median age is around 31, helping show whether the area skews younger, family-sized or older. Housing tenure is 11% owner-occupied, 17% privately rented, 71% 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 1/10.
For property prices near M6 5AA, LocaleIQ uses Land Registry sold-price evidence for the M6 postcode district. The latest median sold price is £265k from 68 rolling sales. The Property tab separates flats, terraced, semi-detached and detached homes where enough sales exist.
Families checking schools near M6 5AA can compare 12 state schools within one mile, including 12 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.
Near M6 5AA, LocaleIQ matches 8 kids clubs or activities, including music (1), sports (1), 6 other local activities. Closest examples include GKR Karate Salford (at 174 Langworthy Road, ages 5-99, 1.1 km) and 10-18 DVD/ Takeaway Nights (at London Street, Salford M6 6QT, UK, ages 10-18, 1.2 km). 3 listed as free; 8 with booking/provider links. Check the provider page before attending.
For safety, the Crime tab breaks down recorded crime near M6 5AA 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 M6 5AA is tracked through nearby planning permissions, HMO licensing and roadworks. This report currently shows 688 HMO licences, 29 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 M6 5AA
Is M6 5AA a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores the surrounding small area 17/100 (bottom 1% 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 M6 5AA?
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 M6 5AA?
12 open state schools are matched within 1 mile. The Schools tab lists distance, phase and rating where available.
What kids clubs and activities are near M6 5AA?
Near M6 5AA, LocaleIQ matches 8 kids clubs or activities, including music (1), sports (1), 6 other local activities. Closest examples include GKR Karate Salford (at 174 Langworthy Road, ages 5-99, 1.1 km) and 10-18 DVD/ Takeaway Nights (at London Street, Salford M6 6QT, UK, ages 10-18, 1.2 km). 3 listed as free; 8 with booking/provider links. Check the provider page before attending.
What demographics are available for M6 5AA?
LocaleIQ matched M6 5AA to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.
What are typical property prices in M6 5AA?
The latest median sold price is £265k based on 68 Land Registry sales. The Property tab breaks down by property type and shows the recent trend.
Is there much building or roadworks around M6 5AA?
LocaleIQ currently shows 688 HMO licences, 29 roadworks records in this report. Open the Planning tab for individual records; large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.