Living in M26: Liveability Score 62/100
Bury, North West
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
Every active postcode in M26, each shaded by its own score. Postcode districts have no official boundary. These points are exactly what the score is averaged from. Clustered pins are other districts. Tap one to view or compare it, or zoom in to reveal more.
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M26 scores 62 but individual postcodes tell the full story
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Score breakdown
Safety & Environment
Recorded crime is above the national average. The police force here doesn’t publish street-level data, so this is a district-level estimate from Home Office recorded-crime totals for Bury (year ending Dec 2025): 18,239 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
Broadly acceptable environment.
Services
6 Outstanding, 39 Good out of 49 rated schools.
Healthcare meets national standards across most CQC measures. 2 GP surgeries and 1 hospital facility serve the area.
95% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 5/10, around the national average.
Band D council tax £2,555/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are above average.
Transport
Good transport links with regular public transport options.
Lifestyle
Good variety of shops, cafés, and leisure facilities within reach. Around 320 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
M26 covers 862 active postcodes in Bury, North West.
Frequently asked questions
Is M26 a safe area to live?
M26 scores 33/100 for safety. Recorded crime is above the national average. The police force here doesn’t publish street-level data, so this is a district-level estimate from Home Office recorded-crime totals for Bury (year ending Dec 2025): 18,239 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
What are the schools like in M26?
Schools in M26 score 74/100. 6 Outstanding, 39 Good out of 49 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in M26?
Broadband in M26 scores 83/100. 95% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does M26 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include M45, BL9, BL8. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for M26?
M26 scores 62/100, rated "Average", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.
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