Linden Avenue is in Atherton, Manchester and in Wigan district. M46 0LU is located in the Atherton North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolton West. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Linden Avenue, Atherton, Manchester, M46 0LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M46 0LX, M46 0LS, M46 0LR, M46 0LT, M46 0NA, M46 0NP, M46 0NR, M46 0LG, M46 0BD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M46 0LU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 50.8% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 50.6% | 49.2% | -1.4% | 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 | 24.6% | 33.7% | 9.1% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.3% | 51% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 6.8% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 7.8% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 6.7% | -3.1% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 | 43.3% | 42.8% | -0.5% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 39.6% | 7.9% | 33.6% | 6.0% |
| Fair health | 20.2% | 13.4% | -6.8% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 3.5% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 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 | 25.8% | 21.3% | -4.5% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 9.4% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 15.4% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 12.2% | 5.8% | 5.3% | 6.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 14.6% | -0.6% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 22% | 25.2% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -8.6% |
| Other | 3% | 2% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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 | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99% | 97.8% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 96.5% 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% | 96.5% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.4% | 96.8% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.9% | 76.7% | 10.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 10.8% | 13.5% | -2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.6% | 37.2% | -10.6% |
| Christian | 67.3% | 46.2% | 21.1% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Linden Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Atherton North 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 -33.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% 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 Linden Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2023-08-14 | £224,514 |
| 10 Linden Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £159,995 | 2022-07-15 | £179,074 |
| 8 Linden Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-06-27 | £204,894 |
| 14 Linden Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,950 | 2020-06-11 | £218,295 |
| 26 Linden Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2019-05-10 | £216,690 |
M46 0LU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in M46 0LU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 4,550 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's CofE Primary School, Howe Bridge Leigh Road , Atherton M46 0PA | 4out of 4 | 471 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherton St George's CofE Primary School Derby Street , Atherton M46 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 724 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Richard's Roman Catholic Primary School Atherton Flapper Fold Lane , Atherton M46 0HA | 3out of 4 | 990 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklee Community School Wardour Street , Atherton M46 0AR | 3out of 4 | 1,032 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowbank Primary School & Children's Centre Formby Avenue , Atherton M46 0HX | 3out of 4 | 1,055 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atherton High School Hamilton Street , M46 0AY | 2out of 4 | 691 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fred Longworth High School Printshop Lane , Tyldesley M29 8JN | 3out of 4 | 2,051 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Westleigh School Westleigh Lane , WN7 5NL | 1out of 4 | 2,198 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westhoughton High School Bolton Road , Westhoughton BL5 3BZ | 3out of 4 | 3,311 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford High School Manchester Road , WN7 2LU | 3out of 4 | 3,630 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rowan Tree Primary School Green Hall Close , Atherton M46 9HP | 4out of 4 | 2,286 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Lilford Centre The Lilford Centre , Lancaster Avenue M29 8LN | - not rated | 2,630 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Tyldesley School Shuttle Street , Tyldesley M29 8BS | - not rated | 2,755 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Aspire Hub, Bolton Dalton House , 33 Leigh Road BL5 2JE | - not rated | 3,134 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holden School First Lane , Leigh WN7 4SB | - not rated | 3,895 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Letters Inn | 2 Wigan Road, Atherton | 213 yd | |
| Golden Dance Studios | 144 Market Street, Atherton | 232 yd | |
| Jigsaw Sandwich Bar | 121 Market Street, Atherton | 289 yd | |
| Royal Inn | 67-69 Wigan Road, Atherton | 386 yd | |
| The Acai Hut | 107-111b Market Street, Atherton | 401 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sky Lounge | 122 Market Street, Atherton | 232 yd | |
| Punch Bowl Hotel | 165 Market Street, Atherton | 289 yd | |
| Taphouse | 119 Market Street, Atherton | 365 yd | |
| Atherton Conservative Club | 50 Market Street, Atherton | 456 yd | |
| The Mill | 84 Market Street, Atherton | 473 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mediterranean Fish Bar | 124-126 Market Street, Atherton | 232 yd | |
| Jasmin House | 161 Market Street, Atherton | 289 yd | |
| Martin's Fish & Chips | 155 Market Street, Atherton | 289 yd | |
| Smashies | 143 Market Street, Atherton | 289 yd | |
| Bamboo House | 6 Bag Lane, Atherton | 317 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Crab Tree Lane, Atherton | 760 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 117 Car Bank Street, Atherton | 1,073 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Central Park Playing Fields MORLEY STREET | grass pitches | 459 yd |
| Hesketh Fletcher C Of E High School (Closed) Hamilton Street | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 569 yd |
| Atherton Community School HAMILTON STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 596 yd |
| Atherton Pool (Closed) Mayfield Street | swimming pool | 609 yd |
| Atherton St George'S C Of E Primary School DERBY STREET | grass pitches | 729 yd |
| Fit And Funky (Closed) Church Street | health and fitness suite | 809 yd |
| Howe Bridge Leisure Centre Eckersley Fold Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 916 yd |
| Howe Bridge New Pitches Leigh Road | grass pitches | 932 yd |
| Higham Park Eckersley Fold Ln | grass pitches | 949 yd |
| Butler Park ATHERTON TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB ATHERTON TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB ECKERSLEY FOLD LANE | grass pitches | 981 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 | 68.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 115.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.