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Cadishead & Lower Irlam

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About

Cadishead & Lower Irlam is a ward in the western part of Salford, Greater Manchester. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and newer developments. It borders the Manchester Ship Canal, which has historically influenced the local economy. The ward includes green spaces like Cadishead Moss and Little Woolden Moss, offering walking and wildlife opportunities.

The area has good transport links, with the A57 road providing access to Manchester and Warrington. Irlam railway station connects the ward to central Manchester and Liverpool. Local amenities include schools, shops, and community centres, serving the needs of residents. The ward retains an industrial presence, particularly along the canal, but has shifted toward a more residential character in recent decades.

Area overview

On average Cadishead & Lower Irlam has high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 1 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Cadishead & Lower Irlam is £39,650 per year. There are 7 schools in Cadishead & Lower Irlam: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
1
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
18.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Cadishead & Lower Irlam Population
12,208
Population density
765.1 per km²

Demographics

British
11,015
90.23%
Other White
310
2.54%
African
131
1.07%
Irish
119
0.97%
Chinese
96
0.79%
Total population: 12,208

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,794
34.33%
Owns outright
1,541
29.49%
Private landlord or letting agency
710
13.59%
Social rents from council
610
11.67%
Other social rented
434
8.3%
Total households: 5,226

Property prices in Cadishead & Lower Irlam

Based on 159 recent sales, the median property price is £230,000 in Cadishead & Lower Irlam area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £500,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached31£325,000
Flats14£134,750
Semi-Detached71£233,000
Terraced43£195,000

10 years price trend in Cadishead & Lower Irlam

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.