M26 1AY is a mixed residential area on Outwood Road, 0.5km from Outwood Gate in Radcliffe. Administratively it sits within Radcliffe West ward and the Bury South constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: With prices averaging £166k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for M26 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00025366 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OUTWOOD ROAD, M26 1AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OUTWOOD ROAD, M26 1AY.
236
41
£ 41,400 /yr
51%
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
Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 41, M26 1AY has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £166k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for M26 1AY. The average age is 41.4. 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
Terraced
£ 143,000
9 sales · Mean £ 148,944
Semi-Detached
£ 119,975
4 sales · Mean £ 127,612
school Local Schools
St John's Church of England Primary School, Radcliffe
Chapelfield Primary School
Millwood Primary Special School
Cams Lane Primary School
Bury Secondary PRU Spring Lane School
Gorsefield Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Kevin the Butcher0.8 km
- The Legend Mart0.9 km
- Bells Egg Stall0.8 km
- Dank Foods0.6 km
- Geno's Convenience Store0.6 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Beths0.9 km
- Farrars Cafe0.8 km
- Flavour House1.0 km
- Kaths Plaice0.8 km
- The Cow Shed0.8 km
- + 12 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl0.8 km
- ASDA0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- A Touch of Spice0.9 km
- Big Bite0.8 km
- Papa’s Chicken & Pizza0.9 km
- Pomodora0.2 km
- Roosters0.6 km
- + 13 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Hawthorn Hotel0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Lock Keeper0.7 km
- Overdraught Bar0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Radcliffe Metrolink1.2 km
- Whitefield Metrolink2.0 km
- Besses O’ Th’ Barn Metrolink2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Albion Street0.0 km
- Albion Street0.1 km
- Ringwood Avenue0.1 km
- Ringwood Avenue0.1 km
- Hawthorn Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: M261AY · Data under Open Government Licence