Living in M28: Liveability Score 60/100
Salford, North West
Last updated 25 June 2026
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Score breakdown
Safety & Environment
Recorded crime is above the national average. The police force here doesn’t publish street-level data, so this is a district-level estimate from Home Office recorded-crime totals for Salford (year ending Dec 2025): 31,162 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
Broadly acceptable environment.
Services
11 Outstanding, 51 Good out of 64 rated schools.
Healthcare provision is rated well above average by CQC. 5 GP surgeries and 2 hospital facilities serve the area.
98% gigabit coverage; 100% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 6/10, below average deprivation.
Band D council tax £2,594/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are above average.
Transport
Good transport links with regular public transport options.
Lifestyle
Average amenity provision: basic shops and services available. Around 245 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
M28 covers 1,112 active postcodes in Salford, North West.
Frequently asked questions
Is M28 a safe area to live?
M28 scores 9/100 for safety. Recorded crime is above the national average. The police force here doesn’t publish street-level data, so this is a district-level estimate from Home Office recorded-crime totals for Salford (year ending Dec 2025): 31,162 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
What are the schools like in M28?
Schools in M28 score 78/100. 11 Outstanding, 51 Good out of 64 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in M28?
Broadband in M28 scores 95/100. 98% gigabit coverage; 100% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does M28 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include M38, BL4, M29. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for M28?
M28 scores 60/100, rated "Average", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.
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