M46 0DN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Market Street, 0.8km from Hindsford in Atherton. Administratively it sits within Atherleigh ward and the Leigh constituency.
For renters and young professionals, M46 0DN offers a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. Outside of residential hours, urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 53% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £87k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for M46 0DN are sourced from Output Area E00031657 (shared with 97 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MARKET STREET, M46 0DN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARKET STREET, M46 0DN.
313
42
£ 39,800 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: M46 0DN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. M46 0DN spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for M46 0DN. The average age is 42.3. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 86,250
2 sales · Mean £ 86,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)
M46 0DN 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
Parklee Community School
Atherton High School
Meadowbank Primary School & Children's Centre
St Richard's Roman Catholic Primary School Atherton
Chowbent Primary School
St Philip's CofE Primary School, Atherton
Atherton St George's CofE Primary School
Sacred Heart RC Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
33 nearby- Katies Kitchfix0.3 km
- Atherton Post Office0.3 km
- BP & Morrisons Daily0.8 km
- Crown Barbeque0.2 km
- Gaffy's News0.2 km
- + 28 more
Pub, NightClub
16 nearby- Red Lion Hotel0.1 km
- St Richards Parish Centre0.2 km
- The Lamp Bar0.0 km
- Weavers Rest0.1 km
- The Mill0.2 km
- + 11 more
Restaurant, Cafe
37 nearby- Cornerhouse Cafe0.1 km
- Golden Dance Studios0.4 km
- Letters Inn0.6 km
- Massarella Coffee Shop0.5 km
- North West Roller Sports0.7 km
- + 32 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Morrisons Daily0.7 km
- Tesco0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
23 nearby- Manhattan0.0 km
- Bamboo House0.4 km
- Cactus Pizza0.0 km
- Deli 920.3 km
- Jasmin House0.4 km
- + 18 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Atherton1.0 km
- Hag Fold1.1 km
- Daisy Hill2.4 km
Bus Stops
- Tesco0.1 km
- Atherton Arms0.1 km
- Tesco0.1 km
- Flapper Fold Lane0.1 km
- Flapper Fold Lane0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: M460DN · Data under Open Government Licence