Walsall maintained their impressive 100% record with a 6-1 win at Tranmere with 21 points from 7 matches.
Preston drop to second on 19 points after 9 matches.
Carlisle are third and Burnley fourth with 18 points from 9 matches.
Bury are fifth after a 2-0 win at Olham with 16 points from 9 matches.
After their heavy defeat Tranmere are sixth with 15 points from 9 matches.