Postcode Analysis Bury, North West

WOODGREEN DRIVE, M26 1BF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODGREEN DRIVE, M26 1BF.

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Population

304

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 41,400 /yr

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Employed

51%

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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5/10
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9/10
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1/10
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7/10
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7/10
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8/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. M26 1BF spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 36.4% year-on-year.

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

M26 1BF is a mixed residential area on Woodgreen Drive, 0.3km from Outwood Gate in Bury. Administratively it sits within Radcliffe West ward and the Bury South constituency.

For families considering a move, M26 1BF represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Property: Average house prices are around £300k, up 36.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for M26 1BF are sourced from Output Area E00025372 (shared with 11 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 M26 1BF. The average age is 42.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British85.7%
Asian / British Asian5.5%
Black / African / Caribbean2.3%
Other / Mixed6.5%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 217,500

7 sales · Mean £ 222,500

school Local Schools

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St John's Church of England Primary School, Radcliffe

Good214 pupils0.6 km
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Chapelfield Primary School

Good297 pupils0.7 km
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Millwood Primary Special School

Outstanding161 pupils1.4 km
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Cams Lane Primary School

Good206 pupils1.4 km
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Bury Secondary PRU Spring Lane School

Requires Improvement108 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Pomodora0.4 km
  • Roosters0.8 km
  • Fat Boys0.4 km
  • Grilled Hotspot Ltd0.4 km
  • Masterchef0.8 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Hawthorn Hotel0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Crumbs 1020.8 km
  • Armaan0.6 km
  • Branch 14 Coffee0.6 km
  • McDonalds Restaurants Ltd0.9 km
  • Starbucks@ Asda Radcliffe0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Dank Foods0.8 km
  • Geno's Convenience Store0.9 km
  • Jason Mini Market0.4 km
  • Stand Lane Convenience Store1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Lock Keeper1.0 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • ASDA0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Radcliffe Metrolink1.4 km
  • Whitefield Metrolink2.0 km
  • Besses O’ Th’ Barn Metrolink2.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Hare & Hounds0.1 km
  • Hare & Hounds0.1 km
  • Outwood Road0.1 km
  • Ringwood Avenue0.2 km
  • Ringwood Avenue0.2 km