About Alder Forest

Alder Forest is a residential area located in the M30 postcode district of Greater Manchester, England. It lies to the north of Manchester city centre and is part of the wider Salford metropolitan borough. The area is primarily made up of housing developments, with a mix of terraced and semi-detached homes. It is well-connected by road, with the A56 and A57 roads providing access to nearby towns and the city centre. Public transport options include regular bus services that link the area to Salford and Manchester. Alder Forest is close to several green spaces, including the nearby Barton Moss and the River Irwell, offering opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation. The local community is diverse, with a range of shops, schools, and places of worship serving residents.

School Ratings in Alder Forest

Alder Forest is served by 269 schools. Oakwood Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Alder Forest

Property prices average £219K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £176K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Alder Forest

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages.

Deprivation and Employment in Alder Forest

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Alder Forest falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Alder Forest

Most properties in Alder Forest can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,252 sales

Average Price £219K
£100 — £5.6M
Detached £383K 443
Semi £245K 1,627
Terraced £176K 2,121
Flat £139K 790

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

150 Primary
35 Secondary
84 Other
Westwood Park Community Primary School Primary Good 0.1 miles Alder Brook Primary Partnership Centre 0.2 miles St Gilbert's RC Primary School Primary 0.5 miles St Patrick's RC High School Secondary 0.6 miles Bridgewater School 0.7 miles New Park Academy Good 0.8 miles Broadoak Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.8 miles Beech Street Community Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Christ Church CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Salford City Academy Secondary Good 1 miles Monton Green Primary School Primary Good 1 miles St Mark's CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Alder Forest IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Alder Forest in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
4/10
13,314 Children (0-15) 20%
44,115 Working Age 65%
14,326 Older (60+) 21%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 42.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 27.5% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Alder Forest 1 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Alder Forest falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Patricroft Train Station 0.9 miles
Eccles (Manchester) Train Station 1.6 miles
Moorside Train Station 1.9 miles
Swinton (Manchester) Train Station 2.2 miles
Walkden Train Station 2.2 miles
Clifton (Manchester) Train Station 3.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Westwood Park 0 yards Monton 0.6 miles Winton 0.6 miles Patricroft 0.9 miles Broadoak Park 0.9 miles Ellesmere Park 1.2 miles Hazelhurst 1.2 miles Roe Green 1.2 miles Dales Brow 1.4 miles Eccles 1.4 miles Peel Green 1.4 miles Worsley 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Salford
Ward Eccles
Constituency Worsley and Eccles South
Parish Salford, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in M30 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Grove 1 Adamson Road 2 Adelaide Street 4 Alba Close 1 Albert Road 1 Albert Street 3 Alder Forest Avenue 1 Alder Street 1 Aldred Street 1 Alexandra Road 2 Alfred Street 1 Algernon Street 4 Allington Drive 1 Alliott Avenue 1 Allison Grove 1 Alma Street 1 Ampney Close 1 Anderton Lane 2 Andoc Avenue 1 Andover Street 2 Annisdale Close 1 Anson Street 4 Apperley Grange 1 Aqueduct Way 2 Argosy Drive 2 Armitage Street 1 Arthur Street 1 Ashbourne Road 1 Ashford Avenue 2 Atherton Way 2

Postcodes in M30 50 shown View all postcodes

M30 0AA M30 0AB M30 0AE M30 0AG M30 0AN M30 0AQ M30 0AS M30 0AT M30 0AU M30 0AX M30 0AY M30 0AZ M30 0BA M30 0BB M30 0BF M30 0BG M30 0BJ M30 0BL M30 0BP M30 0BT M30 0BW M30 0BX M30 0DA M30 0DD M30 0DE M30 0DF M30 0DG M30 0DH M30 0DJ M30 0DL M30 0DN M30 0DP M30 0DQ M30 0DR M30 0DS M30 0DT M30 0DU M30 0DW M30 0DX M30 0DY M30 0DZ M30 0EA M30 0EB M30 0ED M30 0EE M30 0EF M30 0EG M30 0EH M30 0EJ M30 0EN