Car Bank Street is in Atherton, Manchester and in Wigan district. M46 0WY is located in the Atherton North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolton West. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Car Bank Street, Atherton, Manchester, M46 0WY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M46 9PN, M46 9PH, M46 0SG, M46 9GJ, M46 0FJ, M46 9PW, M46 9TA, M46 0HZ, M46 9PX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M46 0WY 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 | 53% | 50.3% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 47% | 49.7% | 2.7% | 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 M46 0WY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.3% 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 | 42% | 51.3% | 9.3% | 37.9% | 13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.1% | 28.6% | -6.5% | 44.2% | -15.6% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 8.5% | -3.6% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 8.5% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 41.3% | 39.5% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -8.9% |
| Good health | 27.8% | 36.5% | 8.7% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 22.4% | 19.1% | -3.3% | 12.7% | 6.4% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 3.3% | -3.3% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 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.
In the area around M46 0WY this area, 29.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 18.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.6% | 29.9% | -11.7% | 18.2% | 11.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.2% | 15.8% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 6.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 15.4% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 6% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.9% | 11.5% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.8% | 18.8% | 11.0% | 33.8% | -15.0% |
| Other | 6.9% | 2.6% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
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 | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.9% | 96.7% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 98.1% | 95.1% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 94.8% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.3% | 76.7% | -5.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 23.8% | 13.5% | 10.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.4% | 37.2% | 0.2% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Car Bank Street 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 -46.8%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 173 Car Bank Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-09-26 | £187,881 |
| 209 Car Bank Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2021-12-17 | £218,292 |
| 211 Car Bank Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-08-03 | £226,977 |
| 209 Car Bank Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2020-12-18 | £187,083 |
| 177 Car Bank Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £139,950 | 2020-10-09 | £191,905 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Unemployed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 4,892 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 4,952 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hulton Community Nursery Centre Longshaw Drive , Worsley M28 0BD | - not rated | 5,463 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atherton St George's CofE Primary School Derby Street , Atherton M46 0HJ | - not rated | 170 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's CofE Junior School Derby Street , Atherton M46 0HJ | - not rated | 170 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Richard's Roman Catholic Primary School Atherton Flapper Fold Lane , Atherton M46 0HA | 3out of 4 | 218 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherton St George's CofE Primary School Derby Street , Atherton M46 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 335 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowbank Primary School Formby Avenue , Atherton M46 0HX | 3out of 4 | 341 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hesketh Fletcher CofE High School, Atherton Hamilton Street , Atherton M46 0AY | - not rated | 1,121 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherton High School Hamilton Street , M46 0AY | 3out of 4 | 1,139 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fred Longworth High School Printshop Lane , Tyldesley M29 8JN | 3out of 4 | 2,374 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fred Longworth High School Printshop Lane , Tyldesley M29 8JN | - not rated | 2,374 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westhoughton High School Bolton Road , Westhoughton BL5 3BZ | 2out of 4 | 2,702 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South College, Bolton Lever Edge Lane , BL3 3HH | - not rated | 4,736 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Two Porches School Gloucester Street , Atherton M46 0HX | - not rated | 455 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherton Green Hall School Green Hall Close , Atherton M46 9HP | - not rated | 1,562 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Tree Primary School Green Hall Close , Atherton M46 9HP | 4out of 4 | 1,562 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Hall Primary School Green Hall Close , Atherton M46 9HP | - not rated | 1,563 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lilford Centre Lancaster Avenue , Tyldesley M29 8LN | - not rated | 2,304 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| YummCake with Fantasy | 12 St Richards Close, Atherton | 105 yd | |
| Robin’s Nest Cafe | 136 Flapper Fold Lane, Atherton | 177 yd | |
| Computer Cakes | 67 Warwick Road, Atherton | 265 yd | |
| Community Cafe | Dorset Road, Atherton | 283 yd | |
| Massarella Coffee Shop | Flapper Fold Lane, Atherton | 411 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atherton LR Football Club | Spa Road, Atherton | 693 yd | |
| Taphouse | 119 Market Street, Atherton | 825 yd | |
| The Pendle Witch | 2-4 Warburton Place, Atherton | 829 yd | |
| The Mill | 84 Market Street, Atherton | 839 yd | |
| Atherton Conservative Club | 50 Market Street, Atherton | 839 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Derby Street Chippy | 35 Derby Street, Atherton | 191 yd | |
| Atherton Fish Bar | 119a Car Bank Street, Atherton | 242 yd | |
| Tasty Grill ATA Hurain Atherton | 69 Warwick Road, Atherton | 253 yd | |
| Huang Du | 55 Spa Road, Atherton | 591 yd | |
| Pizza Hot | 53 Spa Road, Atherton | 591 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 117 Car Bank Street, Atherton | 235 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Atherton St George'S C Of E Primary School DERBY STREET | grass pitches | 330 yd |
| Meadowbank Primary School And Nursery Education Centre FORMBY AVENUE | grass pitches | 341 yd |
| Two Porches School (Closed) Gloucester Street | 596 yd | |
| Devonshire Road Playing Fields DEVONSHIRE ROAD | grass pitches | 727 yd |
| Spa Road Recreation Ground COWPER AVENUE | grass pitches | 737 yd |
| Crilly Park WORDSWORTH AVENUE | grass pitches | 832 yd |
| Fit And Funky (Closed) Church Street | health and fitness suite | 853 yd |
| Fit N Funky Victoria Mill Victoria Mill Bolton Road | health and fitness suite | 983 yd |
| Atherton Pool (Closed) Mayfield Street | swimming pool | 996 yd |
| Central Park Playing Fields MORLEY STREET | grass pitches | 1,044 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 | 73.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 246.7 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 | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.