Living in M43: Liveability Score 67/100
Tameside, North West
Last updated 25 June 2026
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M43 scores 67 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 Tameside (year ending Dec 2025): 22,851 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
Broadly acceptable environment.
Services
4 Outstanding, 34 Good out of 40 rated schools.
Healthcare provision is rated well above average by CQC. 5 GP surgeries and 2 hospital facilities serve the area.
95% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 4/10, around the national average.
Band D council tax £2,447/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are broadly average.
Transport
Excellent public transport: well connected by rail, tube, and/or bus.
Lifestyle
Good variety of shops, cafés, and leisure facilities within reach. Around 322 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
M43 covers 624 active postcodes in Tameside, North West.
Frequently asked questions
Is M43 a safe area to live?
M43 scores 27/100 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 Tameside (year ending Dec 2025): 22,851 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
What are the schools like in M43?
Schools in M43 score 88/100. 4 Outstanding, 34 Good out of 40 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in M43?
Broadband in M43 scores 83/100. 95% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does M43 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include M11, M35, M18. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for M43?
M43 scores 67/100, rated "Good", 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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