Living in M46: Liveability Score 67/100
Wigan, North West
Last updated 25 June 2026
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M46 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 Wigan (year ending Dec 2025): 31,818 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
Broadly acceptable environment.
Services
3 Outstanding, 20 Good out of 23 rated schools.
Healthcare provision is rated well above average by CQC. 4 GP surgeries and 1 hospital facility serve the area.
96% gigabit coverage; 100% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 5/10, around the national average.
Band D council tax £2,153/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are below average.
Transport
Good transport links with regular public transport options.
Lifestyle
Good variety of shops, cafés, and leisure facilities within reach. Around 375 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
M46 covers 576 active postcodes in Wigan, North West.
Frequently asked questions
Is M46 a safe area to live?
M46 scores 31/100 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 Wigan (year ending Dec 2025): 31,818 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
What are the schools like in M46?
Schools in M46 score 77/100. 3 Outstanding, 20 Good out of 23 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in M46?
Broadband in M46 scores 87/100. 96% gigabit coverage; 100% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does M46 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include BL5, M29, WN7. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for M46?
M46 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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