M5 5BW Postcode Area
Use the postcode street map opposite - and the information below - to discover useful information for the M5 5BW postcode area in Manchester.
We've got loads of statistics for M5 5BW, including demographic data, local facilities, travel essentials, hotel accommodation, crime rates and much more.
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What social class do the population of M5 5BW belong to? What are the predominant ethnic groups? How deprived is M5 5BW in Manchester, how professionally qualified are the community, and how many hours a week do they work? All this, and more information and demographic statistics about M5 5BW from the Census 2011.
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People and Demographics
M5 5BW![People and Demographics](/images/misc/demographics.jpg?w=250&h=110&mode=crop&scale=both)
Demographics
An in-depth look at the demographic data of the people who live in M5 5BW, including ethnicity, religious beliefs, age breakdown and social grades.
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Crime Rates
Police crime stats - see how safe it is around M5 5BW, including burglaries, ASBOs, vehicle crime and violent crime. How does this area compare?
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Constituency
Find out the voting intentions, poll results, your local MP, 2015 election results and voting turnout for your local constituency.
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Local Issues
In conjunction with FixMyStreet, view problems around M5 5BW reported by local residents, including flytipping, graffiti, faulty street lighting etc.
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Sunrise/Sunset
Sunrise (dawn) and sunset (dusk) times for today as well as for the next month for the postcode area M55BW. Wakey wakey, rise and shine!
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Job Vacancies
Looking for job vacancies in the M5 5BW area? Find out what positions are available in this area, as well as further afield in surrounding areas.
Travel & Transport
M5 5BW![Travel](/images/misc/travel.jpg?w=250&h=110&mode=crop&scale=both)
Travel
Travelling to this postcode area? Find the nearest train station, railway, or nearest bus stop to M5 5BW.
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Traffic Reports
Don't let traffic become a pain in the bumper. The latest road traffic incidents & traffic jams around this postcode.
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Taxi Firms
Book a taxi and leave the car at home. Here's a list of taxi and mini cab companies operating in the M5 5BW area.
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Car Parks
Locate the nearest car parks near M5 5BW, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.
Leisure & Outdoor Facilities
M5 5BW![Events near M5 5BW](/images/misc/events.jpg?w=250&h=110&mode=crop&scale=both)
Events
From local gigs to heritage events, and car boot sales to shows at the local theatre, find out what's on around M5 5BW.
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Attractions
Enjoy a great family day out at a local attraction near M5 5BW, including theme parks, castles, historic castles & more.
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Hotels
Comfortable, quality bed & breakfast and hotel accommodation located within a 15 miles of the postcode area M5 5BW.
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Tourist Information
Locate the nearest car parks near M5 5BW, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.
Local Amenities
M5 5BW![Banks near M5 5BW](/images/misc/banks.jpg?w=250&h=110&mode=crop&scale=both)
Banks
Find the nearest bank or building society in M5 5BW. Map locations, email addresses & customer services phone numbers.
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Cash Machines
Locations of the nearest cash withdrawal machines (ATMs) in the M5 5BW postcode area that dispense money.
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Schools
The nearest schools in the M5 5BW area, including their latest Ofsted Results, pupil statistics and test results.
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Shopping Centres
Shop until you drop at a retail park or shopping centre near here. There's nothing quite like a bit of retail therapy.
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Police Stations
Report a crime or make an enquiry at your local police station or constabulary in your area. Phone 101 in a non-emergency.
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Emergency Facilities
A handy list of emergency information in this area, including hospitals, doctors, chemists and emergency services near M5 5BW.
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Post Offices
Whether you want to send a letter, make a Post Office transaction or pop a letter in the local postbox, we've got you covered.
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Libraries
A useful list of lending libraries located in and around M5 5BW. May also lend CDs and DVDs, and other services available.
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M55BW Postcode Breakdown
MAREA | 5DISTRICT | 5SECTOR | BWUNIT |
Full Postcode | M5 5BW |
Latitude/Longitude | , |
Postal Town | Manchester |
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County | Greater Manchester |
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Country | England |
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Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
M55BW Postal District
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M5 5BW postcode is located in the postal town of Manchester. Manchester postal area may cover a large geographical region that may correspond to several postal districts, which may include many towns and/or villages. Use the map to determine the geographical location of the postcode M5 5BW.
Eccles | 0.9 miles W |
Trafford Park | 1.5 miles SW |
Salford | 1.8 miles E |
Stretford | 2.3 miles S |
Urmston | 2.8 miles SW |
Worsley | 3.2 miles W |
Prestwich | 3.7 miles N |
Manchester | 4 miles E |
Walkden | 4.3 miles NW |
Sale | 4.6 miles S |
Whitefield | 4.6 miles N |
Radcliffe | 4.7 miles N |
Levenshulme | 5.1 miles E |
Newton Heath | 5.4 miles E |
Irlam | 5.5 miles SW |
London | 166 miles SE |
Glasgow | 179 miles NW |
Edinburgh | 174 miles N |
Cardiff | 142 miles S |
Liverpool | 29 miles W |
Southampton | 183 miles S |
Saint Ives | 184 miles S |
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