Postcode Analysis Wigan, North West

M46 0AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for M46 0AP.

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Population

287

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 39,800 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: M46 0AP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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4/10
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5/10
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2/10
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2/10
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3/10
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6/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

M46 0AP is an established family neighbourhood — 62% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 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.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

M46 0AP is a mixed residential area located 0.7km from Hag Fold in Atherton. Administratively it sits within Atherton ward and the Bolton West constituency.

For families considering a move, M46 0AP represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.



Census 2021 statistics for M46 0AP are sourced from Output Area E00031653 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for M46 0AP. The average age is 44.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.8%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

school Local Schools

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Atherton St George's CofE Primary School

Good346 pupils0.5 km
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St Richard's Roman Catholic Primary School Atherton

Good177 pupils0.7 km
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Meadowbank Primary School & Children's Centre

Good232 pupils0.9 km
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Atherton High School

Requires Improvement494 pupils1.1 km
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St Michael's CofE Primary School, Howe Bridge

Outstanding212 pupils1.1 km
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St James CofE Primary School, Daisy Hill

Good407 pupils1.3 km
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Parklee Community School

Good340 pupils1.3 km
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St Philip's CofE Primary School, Atherton

Outstanding414 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

29 nearby
  • Bargain Booze0.8 km
  • Ellies Cake Creations0.8 km
  • Freeze Factory0.9 km
  • Greggs0.9 km
  • Levar Convenience Store0.8 km
  • + 24 more
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Atherton Conservative Club0.9 km
  • Curiosity Gin Emporium0.9 km
  • Punch Bowl Hotel0.8 km
  • Taphouse0.8 km
  • The Sin Bin0.8 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Bluebell Cafe0.9 km
  • Jigsaw Sandwich Bar0.8 km
  • Leisure Time0.9 km
  • The Snug Coffee House0.9 km
  • The Talbot0.7 km
  • + 15 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Foodzilla0.8 km
  • Martin's Fish & Chips0.8 km
  • Mediterranean Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Pizza Colosseum0.9 km
  • Bamboo House0.7 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Morrisons Daily0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hag Fold0.9 km
  • Daisy Hill1.4 km
  • Atherton1.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Railway Street0.1 km
  • Cross Street0.1 km
  • St George's Infant School0.2 km
  • Elmfield Avenue(to def.jct)0.3 km
  • Elmfield Ave(NEbd to def.jct)0.3 km