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Higher Irlam

England / North West / Salford / Higher Irlam

About

Higher Irlam is a residential area in Salford, located near the Manchester Ship Canal and the River Irwell. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of semi-detached and terraced homes. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to everyday needs. The nearby Irlam Station provides rail links to Manchester and Liverpool, making it a practical location for commuters.

The area has industrial roots, with historical ties to the canal and railway networks. Green spaces like Peel Green Park offer recreational opportunities, while the canal paths are used for walking and cycling. Higher Irlam maintains a quiet, suburban feel, with easy access to both urban centers and rural outskirts.

Area overview

On average Higher Irlam has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 23.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Higher Irlam is £37,200 per year. There are 5 schools in Higher Irlam: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
23.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Higher Irlam Population
9,700
Population density
1,117.6 per km²

Demographics

British
8,800
90.73%
Other White
304
3.13%
Irish
109
1.12%
African
107
1.1%
Chinese
62
0.64%
Total population: 9,699

Housing

Owns outright
1,352
33.06%
Owns with a mortgage
1,316
32.18%
Private landlord or letting agency
466
11.4%
Social rents from council
436
10.66%
Other social rented
434
10.61%
Total households: 4,089

Property prices in Higher Irlam

Based on 101 recent sales, the median property price is £230,000 in Higher Irlam area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £400,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached13£320,000
Flats2£170,000
Semi-Detached69£230,000
Terraced17£192,000

10 years price trend in Higher Irlam

All postcodes in Higher Irlam

M307RE

Cadishead Way

M445NB

Cutnook Lane

M445WA

Cutnook Lane

M446BS

Broadway

M446BY

Colling Close

M446DT

Halstead Drive

M446JT

Moorfield Close

M446LS

Osprey Drive

M446PF

Peregrine Drive

M446WU

Meadowside Avenue

M446DS

Edale Close

M446FB

Higher Irlam

M446HP

Silverdale Avenue

M446NE

Doodson Avenue

M446BG

Amberley Drive

M446DP

Higher Irlam

M446HT

Leyland Avenue

M446BF

Broadway

M446BW

Binsley Close

M446HZ

Curlew Drive

M446LX

Kestrel Drive

M446WG

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Data Sources

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