Higher Dean Street is in Radcliffe, Manchester and in Bury district. M26 3TE is located in the Radcliffe West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bury South. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Higher Dean Street, Radcliffe, Manchester, M26 3TE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M26 3QP, M26 3GP, M26 3UX, M26 3XW, M26 3RX, M26 3RU, M26 3TF, M26 3QZ, M26 3RR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M26 3TE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 51.6% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 49% | 48.4% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 3TE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.6% 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 | 43.5% | 54.6% | 11.1% | 37.9% | 16.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.2% | 30.4% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -13.8% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.1% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 12.5% | 9.6% | -2.9% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 3.3% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
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 | 50.3% | 41.7% | -8.6% | 48.4% | -6.7% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 38.2% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 4.6% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 15% | 4.7% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 3.5% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 19.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.1% | 18.3% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.3% | 8.8% | -11.5% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 20.8% | 2.3% | 13.4% | 7.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 11.3% | 5.7% | 5.3% | 6.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 17.5% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.4% | 19.2% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -14.6% |
| Other | 3% | 4.2% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 2.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 95.8% | 89.2% | -6.6% | 81.4% | 7.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 92.7% 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 | 97.4% | 92.7% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| 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 | 97.1% | 92.4% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.1% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.6% | 76.7% | 1.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 46.5% | 46.2% | 0.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Higher Dean Street 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 -4.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 116 Higher Dean Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £180,100 | 2025-07-18 | £178,729 |
| 135 Higher Dean Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2025-03-31 | £148,142 |
| 104 Higher Dean Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £139,000 | 2025-03-14 | £138,205 |
| 145 Higher Dean Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-12-19 | £163,744 |
| 137 Higher Dean Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2024-09-20 | £147,566 |
M26 3TE 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 | 102 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor Nursery School Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 3,636 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cams Lane Primary School Cams Lane , Radcliffe M26 3SW | 3out of 4 | 308 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Radcliffe Primary School Coronation Road , Radcliffe M26 3RD | 2out of 4 | 493 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wesley Methodist Primary School Forth Road , Radcliffe M26 4PX | 3out of 4 | 1,048 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Radcliffe Belgrave Street , Radcliffe M26 4DG | 3out of 4 | 1,061 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorsefield Primary School Robertson Street , Radcliffe M26 4DW | 3out of 4 | 1,147 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 2out of 4 | 2,801 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Derby High School Radcliffe Road , Redvales BL9 9NH | 3out of 4 | 3,641 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Philips High School Higher Lane , Whitefield M45 7PH | 3out of 4 | 3,843 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury Church of England High School Haslam Brow , BL9 0TS | 3out of 4 | 4,104 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kearsley Academy Springfield Road , Kearsley BL4 8HY | 2out of 4 | 4,236 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 4,290 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury College Market Street , BL9 0BG | - not rated | 4,838 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 | 2out of 4 | 4,808 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millwood Primary Special School School Street , Radcliffe M26 3BW | 4out of 4 | 799 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladywood School Masefield Road , Little Lever BL3 1NG | 4out of 4 | 1,535 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury Secondary PRU Spring Lane School Spring Lane , M26 2SZ | 2out of 4 | 1,636 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Excel and Exceed Centre Buller Street , BL8 2BS | - not rated | 3,723 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill School - Bury Wellington Street , Bury BL8 2BD | - not rated | 3,851 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island Coffee | Kearsley Mill, Crompton Road | 637 yd | |
| Cuppaccino @ Red Bank | Red Bank House, Lowe Street | 685 yd | |
| Charlies Food Bar | 98 Water Street | 735 yd | |
| The Cafe Bistro | 30 Ainsworth Road | 792 yd | |
| Four20 Desserts Ltd | 74 Water Street | 908 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sparking Clog | 24 Radcliffe Moor Road | 637 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Next Frydays | 237 Bolton Road | 27 yd | |
| Marcos Italian Takeaway | 305 Bolton Road | 27 yd | |
| Wok Inn | 332 Bolton Road | 60 yd | |
| Hakka | 468 Bolton Road | 502 yd | |
| Lei Yueng Takeaway | 2A Bolton Street | 557 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 52-54 Water Street | 908 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Radcliffe Cricket Club UNSWORTH STREET | grass pitches | 265 yd |
| Cams Lane Sports Ground CAMS LANE | grass pitches | 303 yd |
| Redbank Playing Fields UNSWORTH STREET | grass pitches | 472 yd |
| Stainton Park STAINTON PARK STAINTON PARK COLSHAW CLOSE EAST | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 648 yd |
| Radcliffe Riverside West Campus (Radcliffe High) (Closed) Abden Street | grass pitches | 775 yd |
| Muse Ladies Gym (Closed) ALBERT WORKS ALBERT WORKS WATER STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,032 yd |
| St Marys Rc Primary School BELGRAVE STREET | grass pitches | 1,044 yd |
| Wesley Methodist Primary School FORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,046 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 | 98.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 98.5% |
| 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 204.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.