East Street is in Radcliffe, Manchester and in Bury district. M26 2PW is located in the Radcliffe East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bury South. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about East Street, Radcliffe, Manchester, M26 2PW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M26 2PQ, M26 2PN, M26 2BY, M26 2TW, M26 2QU, M26 2SY, M26 2GU, M26 2PR, M26 2PS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M26 2PW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 50.3% | 1.8% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 51.5% | 49.7% | -1.8% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 2PW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.4% 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 | 50% | 53.4% | 3.4% | 37.9% | 15.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30% | 27.3% | -2.7% | 44.2% | -16.9% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 4.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 11.7% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 3.4% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 | 42.8% | 41.7% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -6.7% |
| Good health | 40.1% | 38.6% | -1.5% | 33.6% | 5.0% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 13.1% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 3% | 5.9% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 26.7% | 17.4% | -9.3% | 18.2% | -0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 14.4% | -1.4% | 9.6% | 4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 15.9% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 4.9% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 17% | 3.2% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.8% | 29.2% | 10.4% | 33.8% | -4.6% |
| Other | 6.3% | 1.1% | -5.2% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Pakistani | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 4.7% | 1.3% | -3.4% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 86.9% | 89.4% | 2.5% | 81.4% | 8.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 88.6% 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 | 91.9% | 88.6% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 5.2% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.4% | 3.1% | -2.3% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.9% | 88.6% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 4.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 4% | 3.4% | -0.6% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.3% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.3% | 76.7% | -2.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 3.1% | 0.6% | 2.5% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 16.7% | 13.5% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46% | 37.2% | 8.8% |
| Christian | 42.9% | 46.2% | -3.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 5% | 6.5% | -1.5% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around East Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Radcliffe East 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 fallen by about -16.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 East Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2024-12-05 | £143,896 |
| 26 East Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2023-07-14 | £66,991 |
| 12 East Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-02-03 | £132,630 |
| 14 East Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2017-02-10 | £128,964 |
| 12 East Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £87,500 | 2016-05-19 | £147,674 |
M26 2PW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 115 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor Nursery School Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 5,186 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gorsefield Primary School Robertson Street , Radcliffe M26 4DW | 3out of 4 | 806 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Radcliffe Hall Church of England Methodist Primary School Bury Street , Radcliffe M26 2GB | 1out of 4 | 838 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Radcliffe Belgrave Street , Radcliffe M26 4DG | 3out of 4 | 983 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Primary School, Radcliffe Johnson Street , Radcliffe M26 1AW | 1out of 4 | 1,009 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapelfield Primary School Clough Street , Radcliffe M26 1LH | 3out of 4 | 1,139 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philips High School Higher Lane , Whitefield M45 7PH | 3out of 4 | 2,443 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Derby High School Radcliffe Road , Redvales BL9 9NH | 3out of 4 | 2,699 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury Church of England High School Haslam Brow , BL9 0TS | 3out of 4 | 3,148 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gabriel's RC High School, a Voluntary Academy Bridge Road , BL9 0TZ | - not rated | 3,445 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Unsworth Academy Parr Lane , BL9 8LP | 1out of 4 | 3,521 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross College 169 Manchester Road , BL9 9BB | - not rated | 3,205 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury College Market Street , BL9 0BG | - not rated | 3,843 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bury Secondary PRU Spring Lane School Spring Lane , M26 2SZ | 2out of 4 | 281 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Millwood Primary Special School School Street , Radcliffe M26 3BW | 4out of 4 | 1,026 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elms Bank Ripon Avenue , Whitefield M45 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 2,292 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Excel and Exceed Centre Buller Street , BL8 2BS | - not rated | 3,099 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury Catholic Preparatory School Arden House , Manchester Road BL9 9BH | - not rated | 3,164 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bridge Cafe | 91 Church Street West | 181 yd | |
| Re Fresh Cafe | 69 Church Street West | 298 yd | |
| Chilli Pepper | 21-23 Church Street West | 399 yd | |
| Riverside Cafe | 4 Church Street West | 428 yd | |
| Italia Mia | 21 Stand Lane | 503 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overdraught Bar | 28-30 Blackburn Street | 522 yd | |
| The Lock Keeper | Millbank, Pilkington Way | 600 yd | |
| The Old Cross Hotel | 1 Eton Hill Road | 783 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grill Kingz | 20 Cross Lane | 305 yd | |
| flavour house | 54a Church Street West | 317 yd | |
| Pizza Kingz | 32a Church Street West | 399 yd | |
| A Touch of Spice | 32 Church Street West | 399 yd | |
| Pars Pizza Ltd t/a Pronto Pizza | 2 Church Street West | 479 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Dale Street | 580 yd | |
| Rontec with Morrisons | Central Self Serve, 53 Bury Road | 751 yd | |
| ASDA | Asda Stores Ltd, Pilkington Way | 860 yd | |
| Tesco | 52-54 Water Street | 904 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hub Fitness TRUMETER WORKS TRUMETER WORKS MILLTOWN STREET | health and fitness suite | 233 yd |
| Radcliffe Leisure Centre SPRING LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 368 yd |
| Radcliffe Riverside School (Closed) Spring Lane | grass pitches | 387 yd |
| East Lancs Paper Mill Cricket Club Cross Lane | grass pitches | 500 yd |
| Radcliffe Pool And Fitness Centre (Closed) Green Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 617 yd |
| Muse Ladies Gym (Closed) ALBERT WORKS ALBERT WORKS WATER STREET | health and fitness suite | 803 yd |
| Dynamics Gym WATER STREET | health and fitness suite | 861 yd |
| St Marys Rc Primary School BELGRAVE STREET | grass pitches | 993 yd |
| Radcliffe Riverside West Campus (Radcliffe High) (Closed) Abden Street | grass pitches | 1,002 yd |
| Close Park DUMERS CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,069 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 | 87.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 87.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 87.5% |
| 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 | 89.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 97.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.