Seddon Gardens is in Radcliffe, Manchester and in Bolton district. M26 1HX 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 Seddon Gardens, Radcliffe, Manchester, M26 1HX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M26 1HZ, M26 1RJ, M26 1HR, M26 1RH, M26 1HL, M26 1HP, M26 1HN, M26 1HT, M26 1HQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M26 1HX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 51.2% | 2.6% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 51.4% | 48.8% | -2.6% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.1% | 29.3% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -8.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.2% | 49.6% | -4.6% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Separated | 4% | 1.9% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 8.6% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 10.5% | 5.4% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
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 | 41.6% | 40.9% | -0.7% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 40.7% | 39.9% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 6.3% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 13.5% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 4% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.4% | 21% | -2.4% | 18.2% | 2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 14.2% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 13.1% | -3.0% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 13.5% | 6.9% | 5.3% | 8.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 16.9% | 1.9% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 19% | 19.9% | 0.9% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 5.1% | 1.5% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.1% | 96.7% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 99.4% | 95% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 95.7% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.5% | 76.7% | 6.8% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.8% | 37.2% | -13.4% |
| Christian | 73.2% | 46.2% | 27.0% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Seddon Gardens 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 and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 6.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Seddon Gardens, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £199,950 | 2024-09-27 | £202,027 |
| 24 Seddon Gardens, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2023-11-01 | £190,955 |
| 5 Seddon Gardens, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2022-07-01 | £254,248 |
| 4 Seddon Gardens, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2022-06-30 | £276,016 |
| 15 Seddon Gardens, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2021-03-18 | £130,900 |
The percentage of retired residents living in M26 1HX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 112 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Education | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor Nursery School Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 875 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 4,053 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 | 4out of 4 | 385 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John CofE Primary School, Kearsley Church Road , Kearsley BL4 8AP | 3out of 4 | 885 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Presto Street , Farnworth BL4 8AJ | - not rated | 964 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kearsley West Primary School Primrose Street , Kearsley BL4 9BZ | 3out of 4 | 1,024 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's CofE Primary School Bent Spur Road , Kearsley BL4 8PB | 3out of 4 | 1,201 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kearsley Academy Springfield Road , Kearsley BL4 8HY | 2out of 4 | 1,390 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Lever School Church Street , Little Lever BL3 1BT | 2out of 4 | 1,805 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harper Green School Harper Green Road , Farnworth BL4 0DH | 2out of 4 | 2,634 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James's Church of England High School Lucas Road , Farnworth BL4 9RU | 4out of 4 | 3,032 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount St Joseph Greenland Road , Farnworth BL4 0HU | 3out of 4 | 3,450 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton Sixth Form College Town Centre Campus , Deane Road BL3 5BU | - not rated | 5,456 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLG Bolton Concorde House , 2 Frederick Street BL4 9AL | - not rated | 1,182 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbridge College Springfield Road , Kearsley BL4 8LB | - not rated | 1,418 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladywood School Masefield Road , Little Lever BL3 1NG | 4out of 4 | 2,265 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millwood Primary Special School School Street , Radcliffe M26 3BW | 4out of 4 | 3,356 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord's School Brooklyn , Green Lane BL3 2EF | - not rated | 3,658 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corner Cafe | 18 Manchester Road | 975 yd | |
| Little Lever Sports Club - Pitchside Cafe | Mytham Road | 1,056 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kwality Hotel Limited | Hare And Hounds, 13 Market Street | 296 yd | |
| Market Street Tavern | 131 Market Street | 434 yd | |
| The Grapes Hotel | 47 Market Street | 434 yd | |
| Coopers Taverns (The Moss Rose) | Moss Rose Inn, 1 Manchester Road | 964 yd | |
| Kearsley Social Club | 58 Manchester Road | 1,079 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| DD's Food Bar | Unit D1, Europa Way | 528 yd | |
| Golden Village | 22 Manchester Road | 1,079 yd | |
| The New Shabna Tandoori | 44-46 Manchester Road | 1,079 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brook Street STONECLOUGH ROAD | grass pitches | 308 yd |
| Kearsley Cricket Club SPRINGFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,084 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 193.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.