M26 1BZ is a mixed residential area on Vale Avenue, 0.2km from Stoneclough in Kearsley. Administratively it sits within Kearsley ward and the Bolton South East constituency.
For families considering a move, M26 1BZ represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: With prices averaging £168k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for M26 1BZ are sourced from Output Area E00024829 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VALE AVENUE, M26 1BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VALE AVENUE, M26 1BZ.
350
37
£ 38,700 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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
M26 1BZ is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for M26 1BZ. The average age is 37.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 162,000
7 sales · Mean £ 140,557
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
- Essano0.9 km
- The New Shabna Tandoori1.0 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Horseshoe0.3 km
- Kwality Hotel Limited0.7 km
- Coopers Taverns (The Moss Rose)1.0 km
- Market Street Tavern0.5 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 Cakes0.2 km
- JK’s0.2 km
- Joe's Off Licence0.4 km
- Your Local Convenience Store0.5 km
- Bottle & Basket0.7 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kearsley0.8 km
- Farnworth1.8 km
- Moses Gate2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Vale Avenue0.1 km
- Ringley Meadows0.2 km
- Hulme Road0.2 km
- Hulme Road0.2 km
- Kearsley Hall Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: M261BZ · Data under Open Government Licence