Powys Street is in Atherton, Manchester and in Wigan district. M46 9AR is located in the Atherton South & Lilford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leigh. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Powys Street, Atherton, Manchester, M46 9AR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M46 9AS, M46 9BQ, M46 9BL, M46 9AP, M46 9AQ, M46 9AG, M46 9BD, M46 9BR, M46 9BZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M46 9AR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 52.1% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 49.4% | 47.9% | -1.5% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 9AR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.3% 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 | 31% | 44.3% | 13.3% | 37.9% | 6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.4% | 31.1% | -11.3% | 44.2% | -13.1% |
| Separated | 5.7% | 1.4% | -4.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 12.7% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 10.4% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.8% | 37.3% | -1.5% | 48.4% | -11.1% |
| Good health | 28.1% | 30.4% | 2.3% | 33.6% | -3.2% |
| Fair health | 20.9% | 18.5% | -2.4% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 10% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| Very bad health | 4.6% | 3.8% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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.
In the area around M46 9AR this area, 31.8% 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 12.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39% | 31.8% | -7.2% | 18.2% | 13.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 11.8% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 17.5% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 8.5% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 16.1% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.5% | 12.8% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -21.0% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1.4% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 1.9% | 3.1% | 1.2% | 2.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.8% | 96.5% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 97.7% | 95% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 3.5% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 95.3% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.9% | 76.7% | -7.8% |
| Portugal | 2.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 26.5% | 13.5% | 13.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.8% | 37.2% | -7.4% |
| Christian | 64% | 46.2% | 17.8% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Powys 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 -17.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Powys Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2025-06-27 | £119,043 |
| 14 Powys Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-02-21 | £119,223 |
| 27 Powys Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2021-07-23 | £143,750 |
| 29 Powys Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2020-11-12 | £144,733 |
| 7 Powys Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2019-07-05 | £134,177 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Other | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 4,998 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart RC Primary School Lodge Lane , Hindsford M46 9BN | 3out of 4 | 166 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindsford CofE Primary School Lodge Road , Atherton M46 9BL | 4out of 4 | 187 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklee Community School Wardour Street , Atherton M46 0AR | 3out of 4 | 685 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chowbent Primary School Laburnum Street , Atherton M46 9FP | 3out of 4 | 1,011 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip's CofE Primary School, Atherton Bolton Old Road , Atherton M46 9FD | 4out of 4 | 1,207 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fred Longworth High School Printshop Lane , Tyldesley M29 8JN | 3out of 4 | 456 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherton High School Hamilton Street , M46 0AY | 2out of 4 | 986 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford High School Manchester Road , WN7 2LU | 3out of 4 | 2,932 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic High School Manchester Road , Astley M29 7EE | 3out of 4 | 2,934 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Westleigh School Westleigh Lane , WN7 5NL | 1out of 4 | 3,479 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambian Tyldesley School Shuttle Street , Tyldesley M29 8BS | - not rated | 1,103 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Lilford Centre The Lilford Centre , Lancaster Avenue M29 8LN | - not rated | 1,183 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Tree Primary School Green Hall Close , Atherton M46 9HP | 4out of 4 | 1,804 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Aspire Hub, Bolton Dalton House , 33 Leigh Road BL5 2JE | - not rated | 4,469 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holden School First Lane , Leigh WN7 4SB | - not rated | 4,659 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds Restaurants Ltd | Tyldesley Road, Atherton | 288 yd | |
| Totally Baked | 541 yd | ||
| Cafe Camaraderie | Poplar Street, Tyldesley | 766 yd | |
| Rema Tandoori Balti | 104 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 773 yd | |
| Tilwalds | 110 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 791 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lounge Bar | 53 Castle Street, Tyldesley | 650 yd | |
| Union Arms | 83 Castle Street, Tyldesley | 650 yd | |
| Atherton & Tyldesley Botanical Gardens Association | Tyldesley Road, Atherton | 816 yd | |
| Hop & Hazlewood Ltd | 126-128 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 816 yd | |
| Elliotts | 141 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 817 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Pizza | 10 Castle Street, Tyldesley | 509 yd | |
| Enzo's Bar & Grill | 8 Castle Street, Tyldesley | 610 yd | |
| Santorini Greek Food | 18 Shuttle Street, Tyldesley | 636 yd | |
| Pachino Pizza | 98 Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 760 yd | |
| Deli 92 | 92 Tyldsley Road, Atherton | 794 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Crab Tree Lane, Atherton | 927 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Elliott Street, Tyldesley | 963 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lodge Lane Playing Fields (Hindsford Jfc) LODGE LANE | grass pitches | 337 yd |
| Fred Longworth High School Printshop Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 390 yd |
| The Pelican Centre CASTLE STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 532 yd |
| Hindsford Afc HINDSFORD FOOTBALL CLUB HINDSFORD FOOTBALL CLUB SQUIRES LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 629 yd |
| Kingshill School (Closed) Elliott Street | grass pitches | 673 yd |
| The Kensite Stadium ALDER HOUSE FOOTBALL GROUND ALDER HOUSE FOOTBALL GROUND ALDER STREET | grass pitches | 883 yd |
| Douglas Park CHANTERS AVENUE | grass pitches | 957 yd |
| Unit 7 Gym Poplar Street | health and fitness suite | 986 yd |
| St Georges Playing Fields ASTLEY STREET | grass pitches | 1,032 yd |
| Atherton Community School HAMILTON STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,087 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 | 38.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 94.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.