People's Postcode Lottery: Prestwich postcode M25 0EY wins £1,000 daily prize

Prestwich neighbours celebrate £1,000 postcode win

One Prestwich postcode woke up £1,000 richer after the August 22 daily draw, sparking cheers along Bury Old Road. Residents in M25 0EY matched the winning postcode in the nationwide lottery, meaning every player with a ticket registered to that code pockets the £1,000 daily prize.

The reaction was instant: a mix of surprise, group chats lighting up, and a few happy plans for small treats and overdue bills. Postcode wins tend to do that—spread the good news down a street, not just to a single household. For some neighbours, the timing is practical too, with costs still biting and school holidays winding down.

These daily draws run across the country, and M25 0EY was among several postcodes to land the same amount on the day. If a household holds more than one ticket, the payout multiplies with each ticket. It’s a simple mechanic that keeps the maths clear and the buzz high.

Prestwich has had brushes with luck before, but even a modest boost can feel like a shared moment. Small windfalls often stay local—takeaways, DIY bits, new school shoes, or a quick home repair. That spending gives nearby businesses a lift, which is why these wins don’t just brighten doorsteps; they ripple down the high street.

How the lottery works—and where the money goes

The People's Postcode Lottery is a subscription lottery built around your address. Players sign up, link their ticket to their postcode, and enter a rolling schedule of draws, including daily prizes like this Prestwich win. Weekend Street Prizes and larger monthly events add extra layers of excitement, with some draws sharing multi-million-pound pots among winning postcodes.

A core part of its appeal is the charity model. At least 33% of ticket sales go straight to good causes. Over the years, that has added up to more than £1.1 billion distributed to thousands of projects in the UK and abroad. Funding stretches from national charities tackling health, environment, and poverty to local groups keeping community hubs, food support, and youth activities going.

The organisation runs draws on behalf of a network of charitable trusts, which award grants to registered charities and community projects. That structure spreads funds widely and consistently, rather than concentrating support in one place. It also means smaller community projects—often the ones making a visible difference on the ground—can access grants alongside big, well-known charities.

For Greater Manchester, that often translates into backing for initiatives like community sports sessions, mental health support, refurbishments for local centres, and skills projects that help people back into work. These are not headline-grabbing schemes, but they’re the ones residents feel in day-to-day life.

If you’re thinking about how prizes are paid, it’s straightforward: winners are contacted directly and receive the money after checks are completed. Players must be 18 or over and have a valid UK address to sign up. There’s a cap on how many tickets you can hold, and entries are tied to your postcode, not your name alone—so community wins like Prestwich’s are baked into the design.

Why is it so popular? Three reasons come up a lot when you talk to regular players. First, the odds feel more personal—your street can win together. Second, the routine of daily and weekly draws keeps it interesting without complicated rules. Third, the charity piece is clear: a guaranteed slice of every ticket backs causes people care about. That blend of fun and funding has helped the lottery grow steadily.

Of course, it’s still gambling. Organisers and charities alike push responsible play: set a budget, treat it as entertainment, and don’t chase wins. The good causes side is a bonus, not a reason to overextend.

Back in Prestwich, the M25 0EY win is already doing what postcode prizes often do—sparking small celebrations and neighbourly chatter while shining a light on the wider purpose behind the draws. Whether it’s a night out, a dent in a bill, or a bit put aside for winter, hundreds of pounds landing on a Thursday can make the week feel easier. And with more daily draws lined up, Bury Old Road and nearby streets will be watching the next announcements closely.