Prestolee Road is in Radcliffe, Manchester and in Bolton district. M26 1FJ is located in the Kearsley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolton South East. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Prestolee Road, Radcliffe, Manchester, M26 1FJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M26 1FJ is primarily male, with 57.8% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 39.1% | 42.2% | 3.1% | 51.0% | -8.8% |
| Male | 60.9% | 57.8% | -3.1% | 49.0% | 8.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around M26 1FJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 61% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 57.6% | 61% | 3.4% | 37.9% | 23.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 22% | 13.3% | -8.7% | 44.2% | -30.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 8.5% | 6.7% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 4.5% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 19% | 8.8% | 9.1% | 9.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 54.9% | 40.2% | -14.7% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 42.1% | 3.0% | 33.6% | 8.5% |
| Fair health | 4.5% | 13.1% | 8.6% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 4.7% | 3.2% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.9% | 12.3% | 0.4% | 18.2% | -5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 15.1% | 4.9% | 9.6% | 5.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 11.3% | -6.5% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 6.6% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.1% | 16% | -0.1% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.6% | 36.8% | 1.2% | 33.8% | 3.0% |
| Other | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.5% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.3% | 0.9% | -1.4% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 91.7% | 94.5% | 2.8% | 81.4% | 13.1% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 87.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.2% | 87.2% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 11% | 7.2% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.3% | 0.9% | -1.4% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.7% | 89.6% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 3% | 3.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 2.8% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.3% | 76.7% | 6.6% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Lithuania | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 5.6% | 0.9% | 4.7% |
| No passport held | 7.4% | 13.5% | -6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 45.9% | 46.2% | -0.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 11.9% | 6.0% | 5.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Prestolee Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Farnworth South average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Apple Yard Prestolee Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2010-10-08 | £591,305 |
M26 1FJ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Retired | 9 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor Nursery School and Day Care Centre Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 1,534 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater Nursery School Dobhill Street , Farnworth BL4 7DU | - not rated | 2,277 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Magnalls Fold Community Nursery Centre Mayfield Avenue , Worsley M28 3JF | - not rated | 4,089 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hulton Community Nursery Centre Longshaw Drive , Worsley M28 0BD | - not rated | 4,591 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 4,669 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prestolee Primary School Church Road , Stoneclough M26 1HJ | - not rated | 393 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prestolee Primary School Church Road , Stoneclough M26 1HJ | 4out of 4 | 393 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mytham Primary School Mytham Road , Little Lever BL3 1JG | 3out of 4 | 998 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Saviour CofE Primary School, Ringley Fold Road , Radcliffe M26 1EU | 3out of 4 | 1,318 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Little Lever Norris Street , Little Lever BL3 1BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,378 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Lever School Church Street , Little Lever BL3 1BT | 3out of 4 | 1,729 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Lever School Church Street , Little Lever BL3 1BT | - not rated | 1,729 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kearsley Academy Springfield Road , Kearsley BL4 8HY | 3out of 4 | 2,081 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| George Tomlinson School Springfield Road , Kearsley BL4 8HY | - not rated | 2,081 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Radcliffe Riverside School Abden Street , Radcliffe M26 3AT | - not rated | 2,785 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salford College Worsley Campus , Walkden Road M28 7QD | - not rated | 4,754 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton St Catherine's Academy Stitch MI Lane , BL2 4HU | - not rated | 5,236 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton St Catherine's Academy Stitch MI Lane , Breightmet BL2 4HU | - not rated | 5,236 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ladywood School Masefield Road , Little Lever BL3 1NG | 4out of 4 | 1,729 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladywood School Masefield Road , Little Lever BL3 1NG | - not rated | 1,729 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Bolton Concorde House , 2 Frederick Street BL4 9AL | - not rated | 1,846 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbridge College Springfield Road , Kearsley BL4 8LB | - not rated | 2,078 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Centre South King Street , Farnworth Youth Centre BL4 7AP | - not rated | 2,109 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Lever Sports Club - Pitchside Cafe | Mytham Road | 540 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Street Tavern | 131 Market Street | 621 yd | |
| The Grapes Hotel | 47 Market Street | 621 yd | |
| Kwality Hotel Limited | Hare And Hounds, 13 Market Street | 765 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| DD's Food Bar | Unit D1, Europa Way | 825 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brook Street STONECLOUGH ROAD | grass pitches | 860 yd |
| Meadow Playing Fields LADYSHORE ROAD | grass pitches | 938 yd |
| Little Lever Sports Club Mytham Road | grass pitches | 941 yd |
| Mytham Primary School MYTHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 1,005 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 10.0% |
| Median download speed | 35.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.