Dalebank is in Atherton, Manchester and in Wigan district. M46 9PE 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 Dalebank, Atherton, Manchester, M46 9PE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M46 9WS, M46 9NX, M46 9WT, M46 9SF, M46 9WX, M46 9WZ, M46 9XE, M46 9NT, M46 9WU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M46 9PE is primarily male, with 55.6% of the population 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 | 39.9% | 44.4% | 4.5% | 51.0% | -6.6% |
| Male | 60.1% | 55.6% | -4.5% | 49.0% | 6.6% |
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 M46 9PE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.4% 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 | 44.4% | 48.4% | 4.0% | 37.9% | 10.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.2% | 35.4% | 2.2% | 44.2% | -8.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 5.8% | 1.9% | -3.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 10.9% | -1.3% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 3.1% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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 | 41.1% | 45.8% | 4.7% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 33.4% | -2.4% | 33.6% | -0.2% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 14.9% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 4.4% | -3.4% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 22.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.7% | 19.1% | -4.6% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.3% | 7.7% | -10.6% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 17.3% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 7.7% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.3% | 21.9% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.9% | 22.8% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -11.0% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.4% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.9% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 2.2% | 3.1% | 0.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 90.2% | 89.9% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 8.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 87.6% 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 | 95% | 87.6% | -7.4% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 6.4% | 5.6% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 2.6% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 87.2% | -7.2% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 8.2% | 7.9% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 3.1% | 1.4% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.6% | 76.7% | -13.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 3.1% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 25.9% | 13.5% | 12.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.2% | 37.2% | -1.0% |
| Christian | 49.2% | 46.2% | 3.0% |
| Muslim | 4.4% | 6.5% | -2.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 10% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dalebank was 2.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 631.3% higher than the Atherton North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dalebank has the lowest crime rate of 5 local areas in Atherton North and the 10th lowest crime rate of 83 local areas in Wigan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Dalebank, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-05-28 | £212,286 |
| 12 Dalebank, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2023-04-27 | £175,294 |
| 9 Dalebank, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,000 | 2023-03-17 | £185,548 |
| 11 Dalebank, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,000 | 2022-09-20 | £180,107 |
| 1 Dalebank, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-06-10 | £179,404 |
| Full-Time Employee | 124 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 42 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Other | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| 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 | 4,786 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 4,873 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | 4out of 4 | 5,193 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Richard's Roman Catholic Primary School Atherton Flapper Fold Lane , Atherton M46 0HA | 3out of 4 | 757 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowbank Primary School & Children's Centre Formby Avenue , Atherton M46 0HX | 3out of 4 | 831 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherton St George's CofE Primary School Derby Street , Atherton M46 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 846 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip's CofE Primary School, Atherton Bolton Old Road , Atherton M46 9FD | 4out of 4 | 1,409 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chowbent Primary School Laburnum Street , Atherton M46 9FP | 3out of 4 | 1,529 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | 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 | 1,714 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westhoughton High School Bolton Road , Westhoughton BL5 3BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,236 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fred Longworth High School Printshop Lane , Tyldesley M29 8JN | 3out of 4 | 2,893 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 |
| Ladybridge High School New York , Junction Road BL3 4NG | 3out of 4 | 4,072 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 | 1,654 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Aspire Hub, Bolton Dalton House , 33 Leigh Road BL5 2JE | - not rated | 2,109 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Lilford Centre The Lilford Centre , Lancaster Avenue M29 8LN | - not rated | 2,792 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Tyldesley School Shuttle Street , Tyldesley M29 8BS | - not rated | 3,241 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lifebridge ASEND Armandale Road , BL3 4TP | - not rated | 4,100 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Cafe | Dorset Road, Atherton | 279 yd | |
| Green Grass Centre | 49-51 Spa Road, Atherton | 327 yd | |
| Computer Cakes | 67 Warwick Road, Atherton | 430 yd | |
| YummCake with Fantasy | 12 St Richards Close, Atherton | 640 yd | |
| Robin’s Nest Cafe | 136 Flapper Fold Lane, Atherton | 708 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atherton LR Football Club | Spa Road, Atherton | 602 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huang Du | 55 Spa Road, Atherton | 443 yd | |
| Pizza Hot | 53 Spa Road, Atherton | 443 yd | |
| Tasty Grill ATA Hurain Atherton | 69 Warwick Road, Atherton | 465 yd | |
| Atherton Fish Bar | 119a Car Bank Street, Atherton | 636 yd | |
| Derby Street Chippy | 35 Derby Street, Atherton | 715 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 117 Car Bank Street, Atherton | 633 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Devonshire Road Playing Fields DEVONSHIRE ROAD | grass pitches | 372 yd |
| Spa Road Recreation Ground COWPER AVENUE | grass pitches | 763 yd |
| Meadowbank Primary School And Nursery Education Centre FORMBY AVENUE | grass pitches | 770 yd |
| Atherton St George'S C Of E Primary School DERBY STREET | grass pitches | 843 yd |
| Crilly Park WORDSWORTH AVENUE | grass pitches | 893 yd |
| Two Porches School (Closed) Gloucester Street | 1,002 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 158 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.