About Droylsden

Droylsden is a town located in Greater Manchester, England, within the M43 postcode area. It lies approximately four miles east of Manchester city centre and is part of the Tameside metropolitan borough. The town is well-connected by public transport, including tram services that provide easy access to the surrounding areas and the city centre. The area has a mix of residential and commercial spaces, with a variety of shops, restaurants, and local amenities. Droylsden is also home to several parks and green spaces, offering opportunities for outdoor activities. The local community is active, with various events and initiatives taking place throughout the year, making it a lively place to live and visit.

School Ratings in Droylsden

There are 451 schools in and around Droylsden. Laurus Ryecroft is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Droylsden

The average property price is £178K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £180K.

Deprivation and Employment in Droylsden

Droylsden sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Droylsden

Broadband speeds in Droylsden are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,239 sales

Average Price £178K
£1K — £17.25M
Detached £267K 234
Semi £180K 1,485
Terraced £153K 1,277
Flat £109K 140

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

246 Primary
48 Secondary
157 Other
Droylsden Academy Secondary Good 0.1 miles Manchester Road Primary Academy Primary Good 0.2 miles Greenside Primary and Children's Centre Good 0.4 miles Greenside Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles St Stephen's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.5 miles Seymour Road Academy Primary 0.5 miles Fairfield Children's Centre 0.5 miles Fairfield Road Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Higher Openshaw Community School Primary Good 0.6 miles Fairfield High School for Girls Secondary Good 0.7 miles St Mary's CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Moorside Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Droylsden IMD 2025

Droylsden sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
4/10
7,975 Children (0-15) 21%
23,618 Working Age 63%
8,045 Older (60+) 21%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 45.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 24.4% 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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Fairfield Train Station 0.8 miles
Gorton Train Station 1 miles
Ryder Brow Train Station 1.8 miles
Guide Bridge Train Station 2 miles
Denton Train Station 2 miles
Reddish North Train Station 2.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Clayton 0.6 miles Greenside 0.9 miles Fairfield 0.9 miles Openshaw 0.9 miles Abbey Hey 1.2 miles Debdale 1.2 miles Littlemoss 1.4 miles Gorton 1.4 miles Newton Heath 1.4 miles Belle Vue 1.8 miles Woodhouses 1.8 miles Daisy Nook 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Tameside
Ward Droylsden East
Constituency Ashton-under-Lyne
Parish Tameside, unparished area
Region North West

Notable & Famous People from Droylsden 4 people

Eric Stewart
Composer
British musician
Harry Pollitt
Politician
British communist (1890–1960)
Howard Donald
Composer
British singer, songwriter, musician, dancer, DJ and producer (born 1968)
Jeff Noon
Screenwriter
British writer

Streets in M43 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Road 1 Albert Street 3 Albion Drive 1 Albion Fold 1 Alderdale Drive 2 Andrew Street 1 Annable Road 2 Annald Square 1 Ansdell Drive 1 Arbor Grove 1 Argyle Street 2 Arnold Drive 1 Ash Grove 1 Ash Road 1 Ash Tree Avenue 1 Ashdale Crescent 3 Ashfield Square 2 Ashley Road 1 Ashton Hill Lane 3 Ashton New Road 2 Ashton Old Road 1 Ashton Road 4 Astan Avenue 3 Avonlea Road 2 Back Lane 1 Baguley Street 2 Bailey Street 1 Bakewell Road 1 Bankfield Avenue 1 Bannerman Road 2

Postcodes in M43 50 shown View all postcodes

M43 0AB M43 0AX M43 0AY M43 0BF M43 0BJ M43 0BN M43 0BQ M43 6AB M43 6AD M43 6AE M43 6AF M43 6AG M43 6AH M43 6AJ M43 6AL M43 6AN M43 6AP M43 6AQ M43 6AS M43 6AT M43 6AU M43 6AW M43 6AX M43 6AY M43 6AZ M43 6BA M43 6BB M43 6BE M43 6BF M43 6BG M43 6BH M43 6BJ M43 6BL M43 6BN M43 6BP M43 6BQ M43 6BS M43 6BU M43 6BW M43 6BY M43 6BZ M43 6DD M43 6DE M43 6DF M43 6DG M43 6DH M43 6DQ M43 6DS M43 6DT M43 6DU