Church Street West is in Radcliffe, Manchester and in Bury district. M26 2SX 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 Church Street West, Radcliffe, Manchester, M26 2SX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M26 2SY, M26 2SU, M26 2SG, M26 2ST, M26 2SP, M26 2PW, M26 2PN, M26 2PQ, M26 2TW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M26 2SX has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% of residents 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 | 51.4% | 47.8% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 48.6% | 52.2% | 3.6% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
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 2SX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.1% 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 | 45.8% | 49.1% | 3.3% | 37.9% | 11.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.5% | 37% | 6.5% | 44.2% | -7.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 5.9% | 3.5% | -2.4% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 13.8% | 7.8% | -6.0% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 3% | 1.3% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
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 | 51.4% | 45.2% | -6.2% | 48.4% | -3.2% |
| Good health | 30% | 35.5% | 5.5% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 16.4% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 3% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 22.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.6% | 20.3% | -9.3% | 18.2% | 2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.7% | 9.1% | -9.6% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 17.7% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 7.8% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 17.7% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.8% | 22.9% | 8.1% | 33.8% | -10.9% |
| Other | 3.9% | 4.3% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.3% 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% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 2.3% | 4.7% | 2.4% | 2.7% | 2.0% |
| Other Asian | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 2.7% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 1.7% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 91.1% | 83.3% | -7.8% | 81.4% | 1.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 88% 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 | 92.2% | 88% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 3% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 6.6% | 4.3% | 5.6% | 1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.2% | 88.6% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.7% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 4.7% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.3% | 0.7% | -3.6% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.9% | 76.7% | -9.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 25.8% | 13.5% | 12.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 39.5% | 46.2% | -6.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 8.3% | 6.5% | 1.8% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Street West was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Pilkington Park 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 -19.9%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 87 Church Street West, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2025-06-13 | £163,727 |
| 71 - 73 Church Street West, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2025-02-26 | £65,439 |
| 87 Church Street West, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2020-01-17 | £164,099 |
| 91 Church Street West, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2018-10-16 | £82,879 |
| 87 Church Street West, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £77,000 | 2012-03-18 | £156,857 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Other | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor Nursery School Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 4,990 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 | 696 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 | 873 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 | 913 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 | 1,027 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapelfield Primary School Clough Street , Radcliffe M26 1LH | 3out of 4 | 1,147 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 | 2,527 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Derby High School Radcliffe Road , Redvales BL9 9NH | 3out of 4 | 2,820 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury Church of England High School Haslam Brow , BL9 0TS | 3out of 4 | 3,275 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gabriel's RC High School, a Voluntary Academy Bridge Road , BL9 0TZ | - not rated | 3,556 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Unsworth Academy Parr Lane , BL9 8LP | 1out of 4 | 3,710 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 | 3,348 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury College Market Street , BL9 0BG | - not rated | 3,980 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 | 312 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Millwood Primary Special School School Street , Radcliffe M26 3BW | 4out of 4 | 830 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elms Bank Ripon Avenue , Whitefield M45 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 2,467 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladywood School Masefield Road , Little Lever BL3 1NG | 4out of 4 | 3,100 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Excel and Exceed Centre Buller Street , BL8 2BS | - not rated | 3,186 yd | Other independent special school | No | 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 | 17 yd | |
| Re Fresh Cafe | 69 Church Street West | 105 yd | |
| Chilli Pepper | 21-23 Church Street West | 218 yd | |
| Riverside Cafe | 4 Church Street West | 256 yd | |
| Bridge Tavern | 6-8 Blackburn Street | 335 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overdraught Bar | 28-30 Blackburn Street | 334 yd | |
| The Lock Keeper | Millbank, Pilkington Way | 453 yd | |
| The Old Cross Hotel | 1 Eton Hill Road | 950 yd | |
| The Sparking Clog | 24 Radcliffe Moor Road | 959 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| flavour house | 54a Church Street West | 143 yd | |
| Pizza Kingz | 32a Church Street West | 226 yd | |
| A Touch of Spice | 32 Church Street West | 227 yd | |
| Pars Pizza Ltd t/a Pronto Pizza | 2 Church Street West | 311 yd | |
| Papa’s Chicken & Pizza | 32 Blackburn Street | 337 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Dale Street | 403 yd | |
| ASDA | Asda Stores Ltd, Pilkington Way | 683 yd | |
| Tesco | 52-54 Water Street | 747 yd | |
| Rontec with Morrisons | Central Self Serve, 53 Bury Road | 852 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hub Fitness TRUMETER WORKS TRUMETER WORKS MILLTOWN STREET | health and fitness suite | 332 yd |
| Radcliffe Leisure Centre SPRING LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 368 yd |
| Radcliffe Riverside School (Closed) Spring Lane | grass pitches | 392 yd |
| Radcliffe Pool And Fitness Centre (Closed) Green Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 421 yd |
| Muse Ladies Gym (Closed) ALBERT WORKS ALBERT WORKS WATER STREET | health and fitness suite | 660 yd |
| Dynamics Gym WATER STREET | health and fitness suite | 684 yd |
| East Lancs Paper Mill Cricket Club Cross Lane | grass pitches | 687 yd |
| Radcliffe Riverside West Campus (Radcliffe High) (Closed) Abden Street | grass pitches | 810 yd |
| St Marys Rc Primary School BELGRAVE STREET | grass pitches | 879 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 | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| 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 | 69.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.