M46 0AJ is a safe, established residential area on Stanley Street, 0.8km from Howe Bridge in Atherton. Administratively it sits within Atherton ward and the Leigh constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £147k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 41.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for M46 0AJ are sourced from Output Area E00031658 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
STANLEY STREET, M46 0AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STANLEY STREET, M46 0AJ.
259
45
£ 39,800 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: M46 0AJ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. M46 0AJ's 64% ownership and 45-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending down 41.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for M46 0AJ. The average age is 44.9. 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
£ 88,750
7 sales · Mean £ 94,392
Semi-Detached
£ 215,000
1 sales · Mean £ 215,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)
M46 0AJ 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
Atherton High School
St Michael's CofE Primary School, Howe Bridge
Parklee Community School
St Richard's Roman Catholic Primary School Atherton
Atherton St George's CofE Primary School
Meadowbank Primary School & Children's Centre
Chowbent Primary School
St Philip's CofE Primary School, Atherton
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
33 nearby- Atherton Salvation Army0.6 km
- Costcutter0.8 km
- KNS Food & Wine0.6 km
- The Fold Store0.7 km
- The Pantry0.6 km
- + 28 more
Restaurant, Cafe
33 nearby- Aquasnax Sandwich Bar0.7 km
- Charlie Park0.8 km
- JP Enterprises Rope and Anchor0.9 km
- YummCake with Fantasy0.8 km
- Atherton and Leigh Food Bank0.6 km
- + 28 more
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Atherton Fish Bar0.9 km
- Derby Street Chippy0.8 km
- Foodzilla0.1 km
- Italian Pizza and Grill0.4 km
- Martin's Fish & Chips0.1 km
- + 17 more
Pub, NightClub
16 nearby- Atherton & Tyldesley Botanical Gardens Association0.7 km
- Atherton Arms0.6 km
- Atherton Conservative Club0.3 km
- Curiosity Gin Emporium0.3 km
- Punch Bowl Hotel0.1 km
- + 11 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Morrisons Daily0.9 km
- Tesco0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hag Fold1.2 km
- Atherton1.5 km
- Daisy Hill2.2 km
Bus Stops
- Sumner Street0.1 km
- Sumner Street0.1 km
- Market Street0.1 km
- Lambeth Street0.1 km
- Rodney Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: M460AJ · Data under Open Government Licence