League tables · England & Wales
League table · Fine particles (PM2.5)
Cleanest air in Greater Manchester
Where is the air cleanest? All 10 council areas in Greater Manchester ranked on fine particles (pm2.5) (µg/m³, population-weighted). Source: Defra modelled background PM2.5, 2024 (WHO guideline 5 µg/m³).
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| # | Area | Fine particles (PM2.5) | England & Wales | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wigan | 6.7 µg/m³ | 133rd | |
| 2 | Bolton | 6.9 µg/m³ | 153rd | |
| 3 | Rochdale | 7.1 µg/m³ | 187th | |
| 4 | Bury | 7.1 µg/m³ | 195th | |
| 5 | Trafford | 7.1 µg/m³ | 196th | |
| 6 | Stockport | 7.3 µg/m³ | 228th | |
| 7 | Salford | 7.5 µg/m³ | 254th | |
| 8 | Oldham | 7.5 µg/m³ | 258th | |
| 9 | Tameside | 7.6 µg/m³ | 266th | |
| 10 | Manchester | 7.7 µg/m³ | 272nd |
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