Kingsdown Gardens is in Bolton and in Bolton district. BL1 2JA is located in the Halliwell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolton North East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kingsdown Gardens, Bolton, BL1 2JA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL1 2HZ, BL1 2JB, BL1 2HN, BL1 2UX, BL1 2JJ, BL1 2HF, BL1 2HS, BL1 2JG, BL1 2HL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BL1 2JA has a slightly higher male population, with 52.6% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 47.4% | -4.5% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 48.1% | 52.6% | 4.5% | 49.0% | 3.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.9% | 41% | 3.1% | 37.9% | 3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.5% | 45.4% | 1.9% | 44.2% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 1.7% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 6.1% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 5.8% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.1% | 47.7% | 7.6% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 28.5% | -6.4% | 33.6% | -5.1% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 17% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 4.9% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around BL1 2JA this area, 37.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.3% | 37.7% | -0.6% | 18.2% | 19.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 10.3% | -8.3% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.5% | 12% | 2.5% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 6.5% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.7% | 11.6% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.8% | 18.5% | 2.7% | 33.8% | -15.3% |
| Other | 9.1% | 3.4% | -5.7% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 30.8% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 23.1% | 27.4% | 4.3% | 3.1% | 24.3% |
| Pakistani | 14.3% | 19.8% | 5.5% | 2.7% | 17.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 11.5% | 11.2% | 2.5% | 9.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3% | 1% | -2.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 2.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 53.8% | 30.8% | -23.0% | 81.4% | -50.6% |
| Arab | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2.9% | 0.7% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 53.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.5% | 53.8% | -15.7% | 83.2% | -29.4% |
| European Union | 4.4% | 5.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 13.1% | 11.5% | 2.7% | 10.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 21.7% | 26% | 4.3% | 5.6% | 20.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 68.7% | 54% | -14.7% | 83.2% | -29.2% |
| 10+ Years | 3.3% | 23.2% | 19.9% | 9.8% | 13.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.9% | 11.5% | 6.6% | 2.9% | 8.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.7% | 8.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 5.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 15.4% | 3.2% | -12.2% | 1.9% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.9% | 76.7% | -10.8% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 5.4% | 1.5% | 3.9% |
| North Africa | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 5.8% | 1.2% | 4.6% |
| No passport held | 20% | 13.5% | 6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 16.1% | 37.2% | -21.1% |
| Christian | 20% | 46.2% | -26.2% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 60.3% | 6.5% | 53.8% |
| Not answered | 1.2% | 6.0% | -4.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingsdown Gardens was 1.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 1235.7% higher than the Great Lever average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Kingsdown Gardens has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 6 local areas in Great Lever and the 3rd lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in Bolton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 1.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 100% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Kingsdown Gardens, Bolton, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2021-12-03 | £113,268 |
| 11 Kingsdown Gardens, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2015-07-24 | £153,249 |
| 9 Kingsdown Gardens, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £61,250 | 2008-09-22 | £105,683 |
The percentage of student residents living in BL1 2JA area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Looking after home or family | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 31 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Susan Isaacs Nursery School Vernon Street , BL1 2XN | - not rated | 354 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pikes Lane Nursery School Board Street , BL3 5EE | - not rated | 2,074 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | - not rated | 2,785 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 4,960 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater Nursery School Dobhill Street , Farnworth BL4 7DU | - not rated | 5,112 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Olive School, Bolton Ashton House , Waterloo Street BL1 8HT | 4out of 4 | 173 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Bolton Kentford Road , Halliwell BL1 2JL | 3out of 4 | 253 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Valley Community Primary School Hibbert Street , Off Blackburn Road BL1 8JG | 4out of 4 | 500 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chalfont Primary Community School Chalfont Street , BL1 8JS | - not rated | 699 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gaskell Community Primary School Thomas Holden Street , BL1 2QG | - not rated | 711 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Boys' School, Bolton Wolfenden Street , BL1 3QE | 4out of 4 | 778 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| University Collegiate School 85 Deane Road , The Stoller Building BL3 5AG | - not rated | 1,806 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornleigh Salesian College Sharples Park , Astley Bridge BL1 6PQ | - not rated | 1,957 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Smithills School Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JS | - not rated | 2,257 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Smithills School Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JS | 2out of 4 | 2,257 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton Sixth Form College Town Centre Campus , Deane Road BL3 5BU | - not rated | 1,504 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton College Deane Road , BL3 5BG | - not rated | 1,808 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Bolton Sixth Form College Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JT | - not rated | 2,349 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South College, Bolton Lever Edge Lane , BL3 3HH | - not rated | 3,905 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton St Catherine's Academy Stitch MI Lane , BL2 4HU | - not rated | 3,070 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton St Catherine's Academy Stitch MI Lane , Breightmet BL2 4HU | - not rated | 3,070 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LifeBridge ASEND Susan Isaacs Building , Vernon Street BL1 2XN | - not rated | 356 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya Keswick Street , BL1 8LX | - not rated | 779 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Base Camp The Base Project , Marsden Road BL1 2PF | - not rated | 861 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Not School.Net Base , Marsden Road BL1 2PF | - not rated | 861 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Personal Learning Centre 97 - 99 Chorley Street , BL1 4AL | - not rated | 951 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighter Beginings Day Nursery | Aylesford Walk | 209 yd | |
| Cafe Metro | 228 Waterloo Street | 259 yd | |
| Eurest c/o Royal Mail | The Courtyard, Calvin Street | 404 yd | |
| Caffe Pausa | 16-19 Round Hill Way | 432 yd | |
| Genting Casino | Higher Bridge Street | 532 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cotton Tree | 15 Prince Street | 246 yd | |
| The Cave | Unit V14 The Market Place | 675 yd | |
| The Roundhouse | Kenton Close | 724 yd | |
| The Star | 11 Bow Street | 751 yd | |
| The Lord Clyde | 107-109 Folds Road | 760 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Murry Takeaway | 111 Higher Bridge Street | 206 yd | |
| Street Cafe Catering | B And Q, Kay Street | 284 yd | |
| Naseeb Grill & Curry House | 146 Blackburn Road | 436 yd | |
| Chai2wok | 146 Blackburn Road | 436 yd | |
| Franguitos | 155A BLACKBURN ROAD | 447 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Higher Bridge Street | 206 yd | |
| mr cook | 35 Deansgate | 965 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Matthews Primary School KENTFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 254 yd |
| The Gym (Bolton) 4-5 4-5 Round Hill Way | health and fitness suite | 433 yd |
| Total Fitness (Bolton) WATERS MEETING ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 438 yd |
| Barbarian Gym SCHOOL HILL WORKS SCHOOL HILL WORKS KENT STREET | health and fitness suite | 461 yd |
| Leisure Club @ Bolton HIGHER BRIDGE STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 566 yd |
| Eden Boys School (Bolton) WOLFENDEN STREET | 784 yd | |
| The Victoria Hall VICTORIA HALL VICTORIA HALL KNOWSLEY STREET | 793 yd | |
| Jubilee Pool (Bolton) DARLEY STREET | swimming pool | 852 yd |
| Bolton Rugby Union Football Club Avenue Street | grass pitches | 999 yd |
| Ymca (Bolton) DEANSGATE | health and fitness suite | 1,006 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 86.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.