M26 1BA is a mixed residential area on Stanford Close, 0.3km from Stoneclough in Kearsley. Administratively it sits within Kearsley ward and the Bolton South East constituency.
For families considering a move, M26 1BA represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Property: With prices averaging £161k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 2.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for M26 1BA are sourced from Output Area E00024834 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
STANFORD CLOSE, M26 1BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STANFORD CLOSE, M26 1BA.
331
40
£ 38,700 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: M26 1BA is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. M26 1BA spans multiple life stages — average age 40, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 2.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for M26 1BA. The average age is 39.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 109,000
6 sales · Mean £ 98,833
Terraced
£ 240,000
2 sales · Mean £ 240,000
Semi-Detached
£ 240,000
1 sales · Mean £ 240,000
school Local Schools
St Saviour CofE Primary School, Ringley
Prestolee Primary School
St Stephen's CofE Primary School
Spindle Point Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Express0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- DD's Food Bar0.5 km
- Golden Crown0.9 km
- Golden Village1.0 km
- Essano0.8 km
- The New Shabna Tandoori1.0 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Horseshoe0.3 km
- Kwality Hotel Limited0.8 km
- Coopers Taverns (The Moss Rose)1.0 km
- Market Street Tavern0.6 km
- Kearsley Social Club1.0 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- St Saviour0.3 km
- Patrao0.8 km
- The Spread Eagle0.9 km
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Bramble Cottage Cakes0.3 km
- JK’s0.3 km
- Joe's Off Licence0.4 km
- Your Local Convenience Store0.6 km
- Bottle & Basket0.8 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kearsley0.9 km
- Farnworth1.9 km
- Moses Gate2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Vale Avenue0.1 km
- Ringley Meadows0.1 km
- Kearsley Hall Road0.2 km
- Hulme Road0.2 km
- Hulme Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: M261BA · Data under Open Government Licence