Postcode Analysis Wigan, North West

HOPE FOLD AVENUE, M46 0BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOPE FOLD AVENUE, M46 0BW.

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Population

452

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 39,800 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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5/10
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8/10
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9/10
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2/10
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6/10
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5/10
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7/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. M46 0BW spans multiple life stages — average age 39, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

M46 0BW is a mixed residential area on Hope Fold Avenue, 0.3km from Howe Bridge in Atherton. Administratively it sits within Atherleigh ward and the Leigh constituency.

For families considering a move, M46 0BW represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Property: Average house prices are around £260k.

Census 2021 statistics for M46 0BW are sourced from Output Area E00168482 (shared with 15 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 0BW. The average age is 38.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.6%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed3.5%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 43%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 230,000

5 sales · Mean £ 204,790

school Local Schools

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St Michael's CofE Primary School, Howe Bridge

Outstanding212 pupils0.2 km
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Atherton High School

Requires Improvement494 pupils0.6 km
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Parklee Community School

Good340 pupils0.8 km
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St Richard's Roman Catholic Primary School Atherton

Good177 pupils1.2 km
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Atherton St George's CofE Primary School

Good346 pupils1.2 km
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Sacred Heart RC Primary School

Good177 pupils1.2 km
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Meadowbank Primary School & Children's Centre

Good232 pupils1.3 km
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Hindsford CofE Primary School

Outstanding206 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

27 nearby
  • Atherton Salvation Army1.0 km
  • Bargain Booze0.6 km
  • Costcutter0.7 km
  • Ellies Cake Creations0.7 km
  • Eshan Bargains Limited0.9 km
  • + 22 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

25 nearby
  • Aquasnax Sandwich Bar1.0 km
  • Atherton and Leigh Food Bank0.9 km
  • Bluebell Cafe0.7 km
  • Jigsaw Sandwich Bar0.6 km
  • Leisure Time0.7 km
  • + 20 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

15 nearby
  • Atherton Arms0.9 km
  • Atherton Conservative Club0.7 km
  • Curiosity Gin Emporium0.7 km
  • Punch Bowl Hotel0.6 km
  • Taphouse0.6 km
  • + 10 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • Foodzilla0.6 km
  • Italian Pizza and Grill0.8 km
  • Martin's Fish & Chips0.6 km
  • Mediterranean Fish Bar0.5 km
  • Pizza Colosseum0.7 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hag Fold1.7 km
  • Atherton1.9 km
  • Daisy Hill2.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Hope Fold Avenue0.2 km
  • Hope Fold Avenue0.2 km
  • Liscard Street0.3 km
  • Liscard Street0.3 km
  • St Michael & All Angels0.3 km