Norfolk Road is in Atherton, Manchester and in Wigan district. M46 9PX 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 Norfolk Road, Atherton, Manchester, M46 9PX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M46 9TA, M46 9TF, M46 9TE, M46 9PW, M46 9TB, M46 9QA, M46 9PN, M46 9PU, M46 9PH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding M46 9PX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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 | 52.8% | 53.1% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 47.2% | 46.9% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 9PX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.6% 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 | 51.7% | 51.6% | -0.1% | 37.9% | 13.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33% | 28% | -5.0% | 44.2% | -16.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 4.8% | 3.3% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 7.2% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 7.6% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 44.6% | 47.1% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 31.1% | -0.2% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 17.2% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 5% | 3.3% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 9PX this area, 34.8% 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 14.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.9% | 34.8% | -8.1% | 18.2% | 16.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.2% | 13.2% | -6.0% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 16% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 6.4% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.6% | 12% | 7.4% | 16.9% | -4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.3% | 14.8% | 7.5% | 33.8% | -19.0% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.9% | 94.9% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
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 | 97.1% | 92.7% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 3.3% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 92.7% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.5% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.1% | 76.7% | -14.6% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 35.2% | 13.5% | 21.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.2% | 37.2% | -2.0% |
| Christian | 58.8% | 46.2% | 12.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Norfolk Road 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 -13.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Norfolk Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2025-09-05 | £160,000 |
| 12 Norfolk Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £166,000 | 2022-08-22 | £182,737 |
| 12 Norfolk Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £71,000 | 2014-10-31 | £126,406 |
| 6 Norfolk Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £74,950 | 2006-01-13 | £133,884 |
| 12 Norfolk Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £52,000 | 2004-08-06 | £104,390 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Other | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 4,871 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 4,898 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 | 385 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherton St George's CofE Primary School Derby Street , Atherton M46 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 482 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowbank Primary School & Children's Centre Formby Avenue , Atherton M46 0HX | 3out of 4 | 484 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip's CofE Primary School, Atherton Bolton Old Road , Atherton M46 9FD | 4out of 4 | 1,159 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chowbent Primary School Laburnum Street , Atherton M46 9FP | 3out of 4 | 1,242 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 | 1,327 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westhoughton High School Bolton Road , Westhoughton BL5 3BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,541 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fred Longworth High School Printshop Lane , Tyldesley M29 8JN | 3out of 4 | 2,544 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Westleigh School Westleigh Lane , WN7 5NL | 1out of 4 | 3,218 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladybridge High School New York , Junction Road BL3 4NG | 3out of 4 | 4,432 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 | 1,576 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Aspire Hub, Bolton Dalton House , 33 Leigh Road BL5 2JE | - not rated | 2,399 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Lilford Centre The Lilford Centre , Lancaster Avenue M29 8LN | - not rated | 2,554 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Tyldesley School Shuttle Street , Tyldesley M29 8BS | - not rated | 2,951 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield High School and College Long Lane , Hindley Green WN2 4XA | 4out of 4 | 4,301 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Cafe | Dorset Road, Atherton | 156 yd | |
| YummCake with Fantasy | 12 St Richards Close, Atherton | 254 yd | |
| Computer Cakes | 67 Warwick Road, Atherton | 264 yd | |
| Robin’s Nest Cafe | 136 Flapper Fold Lane, Atherton | 319 yd | |
| Green Grass Centre | 49-51 Spa Road, Atherton | 349 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atherton LR Football Club | Spa Road, Atherton | 556 yd | |
| The Pendle Witch | 2-4 Warburton Place, Atherton | 960 yd | |
| Taphouse | 119 Market Street, Atherton | 992 yd | |
| Society Cocktail Bar | 62-64 Market Street, Atherton | 993 yd | |
| The Mill | 84 Market Street, Atherton | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atherton Fish Bar | 119a Car Bank Street, Atherton | 271 yd | |
| Tasty Grill ATA Hurain Atherton | 69 Warwick Road, Atherton | 277 yd | |
| Derby Street Chippy | 35 Derby Street, Atherton | 369 yd | |
| Huang Du | 55 Spa Road, Atherton | 434 yd | |
| Pizza Hot | 53 Spa Road, Atherton | 434 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 117 Car Bank Street, Atherton | 266 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Meadowbank Primary School And Nursery Education Centre FORMBY AVENUE | grass pitches | 403 yd |
| Atherton St George'S C Of E Primary School DERBY STREET | grass pitches | 507 yd |
| Devonshire Road Playing Fields DEVONSHIRE ROAD | grass pitches | 627 yd |
| Spa Road Recreation Ground COWPER AVENUE | grass pitches | 637 yd |
| Two Porches School (Closed) Gloucester Street | 655 yd | |
| Crilly Park WORDSWORTH AVENUE | grass pitches | 748 yd |
| Fit And Funky (Closed) Church Street | health and fitness suite | 965 yd |
| Fit N Funky Victoria Mill Victoria Mill Bolton Road | health and fitness suite | 1,019 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 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 148.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.