M26 1DB is a mixed residential area on Sandgate Avenue, 0.2km from Stoneclough in Kearsley. Administratively it sits within Kearsley ward and the Bolton South East constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Property: Average house prices are around £232k.
Census 2021 statistics for M26 1DB are sourced from Output Area E00024834 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SANDGATE AVENUE, M26 1DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SANDGATE AVENUE, M26 1DB.
331
40
£ 38,700 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: M26 1DB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. M26 1DB spans multiple life stages — average age 40, 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 M26 1DB. The average age is 39.8. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 255,000
1 sales · Mean £ 255,000
Semi-Detached
£ 164,000
2 sales · Mean £ 164,000
school Local Schools
St Saviour CofE Primary School, Ringley
Prestolee Primary School
St Stephen's CofE Primary School
Spindle Point Primary School
Kearsley Academy
Kearsley West Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Express0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- DD's Food Bar0.4 km
- Essano0.7 km
- The New Shabna Tandoori0.8 km
- Top Chef0.7 km
- Golden Crown0.7 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Bramble Cottage Cakes0.3 km
- JK’s0.3 km
- Joe's Off Licence0.4 km
- Sunrise Food & Wine Store0.8 km
- Bottle & Basket0.7 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Kwality Hotel Limited0.6 km
- Kearsley Social Club0.8 km
- The Grapes Hotel0.5 km
- Coopers Taverns (The Moss Rose)0.8 km
- Market Street Tavern0.5 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Corner Cafe0.9 km
- Patrao0.7 km
- The Spread Eagle0.8 km
- St Saviour0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kearsley0.7 km
- Farnworth1.8 km
- Moses Gate2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Vale Avenue0.2 km
- Ringley Meadows0.2 km
- Kearsley Hall Road0.3 km
- Hulme Road0.3 km
- Hulme Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: M261DB · Data under Open Government Licence