M26 1DR is a mixed residential area on Elm Avenue, 0.2km from Outwood in Bury. Administratively it sits within Radcliffe West ward and the Bury South constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: With prices averaging £152k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for M26 1DR are sourced from Output Area E00025372 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ELM AVENUE, M26 1DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELM AVENUE, M26 1DR.
304
43
£ 41,400 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. M26 1DR spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. £152k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for M26 1DR. 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
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
£ 137,000
10 sales · Mean £ 137,700
school Local Schools
St John's Church of England Primary School, Radcliffe
Cams Lane Primary School
Chapelfield Primary School
Millwood Primary Special School
St Saviour CofE Primary School, Ringley
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Pomodora0.9 km
- Fat Boys0.7 km
- Grilled Hotspot Ltd0.7 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Jason Mini Market0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Armaan0.9 km
- Branch 14 Coffee0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Radcliffe Metrolink1.7 km
- Whitefield Metrolink2.6 km
- Kearsley2.7 km
Bus Stops
- Elm Avenue0.0 km
- Elm Avenue0.0 km
- Beech Avenue0.0 km
- Beech Avenue0.0 km
- Sycamore Avenue0.0 km
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Postcode Profile: M261DR · Data under Open Government Licence