Living in M31: Liveability Score 58/100
Trafford, North West
Last updated 25 June 2026
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M31 scores 58 but individual postcodes tell the full story
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Score breakdown
Safety & Environment
Recorded crime is around 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 Trafford (year ending Dec 2025): 17,814 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
Broadly acceptable environment.
Services
1 Outstanding, 21 Good out of 25 rated schools.
Healthcare ratings are broadly average. 2 GP surgeries and 1 hospital facility serve the area.
95% gigabit coverage; 98% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 3/10, above-average deprivation.
Band D council tax £2,292/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are broadly average.
Transport
Moderate transport coverage: some public transport available.
Lifestyle
Average amenity provision: basic shops and services available. Around 164 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
M31 covers 267 active postcodes in Trafford, North West.
Frequently asked questions
Is M31 a safe area to live?
M31 scores 54/100 for safety. Recorded crime is around 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 Trafford (year ending Dec 2025): 17,814 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
What are the schools like in M31?
Schools in M31 score 57/100. 1 Outstanding, 21 Good out of 25 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in M31?
Broadband in M31 scores 79/100. 95% gigabit coverage; 98% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does M31 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include M44, WA13, M41. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for M31?
M31 scores 58/100, 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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