Living in M45: Liveability Score 65/100
Bury, North West
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
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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
2 Outstanding, 26 Good out of 31 rated schools.
Healthcare meets national standards across most CQC measures. 4 GP surgeries and 1 hospital facility serve the area.
97% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 6/10, below average deprivation.
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
Excellent local amenities: restaurants, gyms, parks, and entertainment nearby. Around 802 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
M45 covers 646 active postcodes in Bury, North West.
Frequently asked questions
Is M45 a safe area to live?
M45 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 M45?
Schools in M45 score 78/100. 2 Outstanding, 26 Good out of 31 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in M45?
Broadband in M45 scores 90/100. 97% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does M45 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include M25, M26, BL9. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for M45?
M45 scores 65/100, 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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