M46 0BT is a safe, established residential area located 0.7km from Howe Bridge in Atherton. Administratively it sits within Atherton ward and the Leigh constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 45) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for M46 0BT are sourced from Output Area E00031658 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
M46 0BT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for M46 0BT.
259
45
£ 39,800 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: M46 0BT represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
M46 0BT is an established family neighbourhood — 64% owner-occupation and an average age of 45 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 M46 0BT. The average age is 44.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)
M46 0BT has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Atherton High School
St Michael's CofE Primary School, Howe Bridge
Parklee Community School
St Richard's Roman Catholic Primary School Atherton
Atherton St George's CofE Primary School
Meadowbank Primary School & Children's Centre
Chowbent Primary School
St Philip's CofE Primary School, Atherton
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
34 nearby- Atherton Salvation Army0.6 km
- Costcutter0.8 km
- KNS Food & Wine0.6 km
- The Fold Store0.7 km
- The Pantry0.7 km
- + 29 more
Restaurant, Cafe
33 nearby- Aquasnax Sandwich Bar0.7 km
- Charlie Park0.9 km
- JP Enterprises Rope and Anchor1.0 km
- YummCake with Fantasy0.9 km
- Atherton and Leigh Food Bank0.6 km
- + 28 more
Takeaway Shop
21 nearby- Atherton Fish Bar0.9 km
- Derby Street Chippy0.8 km
- Foodzilla0.2 km
- Italian Pizza and Grill0.5 km
- Martin's Fish & Chips0.2 km
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
16 nearby- Atherton & Tyldesley Botanical Gardens Association0.8 km
- Atherton Arms0.6 km
- Atherton Conservative Club0.3 km
- Curiosity Gin Emporium0.3 km
- Punch Bowl Hotel0.2 km
- + 11 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Morrisons Daily0.9 km
- Tesco0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hag Fold1.3 km
- Atherton1.5 km
- Daisy Hill2.2 km
Bus Stops
- Sumner Street0.1 km
- Lambeth Street0.1 km
- Sumner Street0.1 km
- Market Street0.2 km
- Rodney Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: M460BT · Data under Open Government Licence