manchester M12 Postcodes

Manchester (M12)

The M12 postcode area is located in the Manchester postcode town region, within the county of Greater Manchester, and contains a total of 835 individual postcodes.

There are 8 electoral wards in the M12 postcode area, including Manchester, Sale, Salford which come under the local authority of the Manchester Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 11% of people in M12 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of M12 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The M12 postcode is an area of Manchester, England. It is located in the south of the city centre, and falls within the Greater Manchester Urban Area. It includes parts of the City of Manchester, part of Salford (including the UK government's City of Salford offices and Salford University campus), and a small part of Trafford. It is a relatively diverse area, comprising affluent middle class districts such as Chorlton, Moss Side, and Withington, as well as more deprived areas such as Ancoats, Hulme and Longsight.

In terms of geography, M12 covers a wide area, encompassing parts of both the north and south banks of the River Irwell, as well as Ardwick, the highest point in the city of Manchester. It also encompasses an abundance of green spaces, including popular recreational areas such as Chorlton Water Park and Platt Fields Park.

In terms of infrastructure, the M12 postcode is well-served by various transportation networks, including the Manchester Metrolink, which serves all parts of the postcode. In addition, M12 is home to a number of major hospitals, such as Manchester Royal Infirmary, St Mary's Hospital, and Trafford General Hospital.

The M12 postcode also encompasses residential areas, such as the affluent suburb of Chorlton, as well as more deprived multi-ethnic inner city areas, such as Ancoats and Moss Side. It is also home to a number of shopping centres, including the Trafford Centre in Trafford, and the Arndale Centre in Ancoats. In terms of entertainment, the area has plenty to offer, ranging from the two large cinemas at the Trafford Centre, to a variety of lively bars and restaurants.

In terms of education, the area is home to a variety of schools, from primary to secondary level, including two grammar schools, and the University of Manchester's Fallowfield campus. The M12 postcode is an interesting mix of residential, commercial and recreational areas, making it an attractive destination for both locals and visitors alike.

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