Kilnhurst Walk is in Bolton and in Bolton district. BL1 2QZ is located in the Queens Park & Central 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 Kilnhurst Walk, Bolton, BL1 2QZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL1 2QP, BL1 2QG, BL1 2QL, BL1 2QR, BL1 3AB, BL1 2PN, BL1 3AA, BL1 2PU, BL1 2PH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BL1 2QZ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 48.5% | 48.1% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 51.5% | 51.9% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around BL1 2QZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42% | 42.4% | 0.4% | 37.9% | 4.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.2% | 40.4% | 9.2% | 44.2% | -3.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 3.6% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 8.3% | -3.5% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 4.7% | -5.8% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 37.9% | 40.9% | 3.0% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 28.6% | 35.3% | 6.7% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 21.7% | 14.4% | -7.3% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 8.6% | 8.6% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 0.8% | -2.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 2QZ this area, 42.6% 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 19.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.5% | 42.6% | 4.1% | 18.2% | 24.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 11.2% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.2% | 10.4% | 1.2% | 13.4% | -3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 9.9% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -7.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.2% | 19.8% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -14.0% |
| Other | 9.9% | 4.4% | -5.5% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 45.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 12.1% | 9.8% | -2.3% | 3.1% | 6.7% |
| Pakistani | 14% | 21.4% | 7.4% | 2.7% | 18.7% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 1.8% | -0.2% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 4.7% | 4.0% | 2.5% | 2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 61.1% | 45.1% | -16.0% | 81.4% | -36.3% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 8.8% | 8.1% | 0.6% | 8.2% |
| Other | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
In this area, 64.3% 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 | 75.9% | 64.3% | -11.6% | 83.2% | -18.9% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 6.3% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 10.6% | 8.4% | 2.7% | 7.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 15.3% | 16.5% | 1.2% | 5.6% | 10.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 74.4% | 64.1% | -10.3% | 83.2% | -19.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 18.4% | 16.9% | 9.8% | 8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 5.7% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 2.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.7% | 8% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 5.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 16% | 3.9% | -12.1% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.8% | 76.7% | -8.9% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.9% | 1.5% | 1.4% |
| North Africa | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 5.1% | 1.2% | 3.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.8% | 13.5% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.8% | 37.2% | -14.4% |
| Christian | 25.5% | 46.2% | -20.7% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 46.6% | 6.5% | 40.1% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kilnhurst Walk was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Great Lever average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.9%.

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 Kilnhurst Walk, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2003-10-03 | £134,755 |
The percentage of student residents living in BL1 2QZ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Looking after home or family | 65 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 57 |
| Other | 42 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 38 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Unemployed | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | 4out of 4 | 2,129 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 4,556 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaskell Community Primary School Thomas Holden Street , BL1 2QG | 3out of 4 | 170 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brownlow Fold Primary School Darley Street , BL1 3DX | 3out of 4 | 707 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Bolton Kentford Road , Halliwell BL1 2JL | 3out of 4 | 715 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxford Grove Primary School Shepherd Cross Street , BL1 3EJ | 3out of 4 | 898 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC Primary School, Halliwell, Bolton Shepherd Cross Street , Halliwell BL1 3EJ | 2out of 4 | 971 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,179 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| University Collegiate School Deane Road , BL3 5AG | 3out of 4 | 1,236 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Muslim Girls School Swan Lane , BL3 6TQ | 4out of 4 | 2,110 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Smithills School Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JS | 3out of 4 | 2,112 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornleigh Salesian College Sharples Park , Astley Bridge BL1 6PQ | 3out of 4 | 2,171 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 1,075 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton College Deane Road , BL3 5BG | - not rated | 1,233 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 | 2out of 4 | 3,915 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton School Boys' Division Chorley New Road , BL1 4PA | - not rated | 778 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Al-Huda Primary School 3 Hennon Street , BL1 3EH | - not rated | 875 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton School Girls' Division Chorley New Road , BL1 4PB | - not rated | 1,085 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| University of Bolton Deane Road , BL3 5AB | - not rated | 1,268 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomasson Memorial School Devonshire Road , BL1 4PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,329 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| David Lloyd Leisure | Chorley Street | 250 yd | |
| Nutri Bar Limited | 72 Chorley Street | 250 yd | |
| Crumbs Cafe | 142 Chorley Old Road | 474 yd | |
| Cafe Create | Claremont House, St Georges Road | 491 yd | |
| Bolton Deaf Society | Bark Street | 548 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Hotel | 53 Vernon Street | 263 yd | |
| Bolton Rugby Union F.C. | Avenue Street | 460 yd | |
| Stanley Arms | 99 Chorley Old Road | 555 yd | |
| The Cotton Tree | 15 Prince Street | 662 yd | |
| Hen & Chickens | Hen And Chickens, 143 Deansgate | 698 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caribbean Sunrise Foods (Bolton) Ltd | 210 St Georges Road | 151 yd | |
| Francas | 193 St Georges Road | 234 yd | |
| Poseidon's | 205 St Georges Road | 234 yd | |
| Luminous Garage Ltd | 77 Chorley Old Road | 346 yd | |
| Pizza Hut (Zarr Enterprise Ltd) | unit 8 Marsden House, Marsden Road | 412 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Higher Bridge Street | 760 yd | |
| mr cook | 35 Deansgate | 997 yd | |
| Morrisons | Mornington Road | 1,019 yd | |
| Morrisons Service Station | Mornington Road | 1,019 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| David Lloyd Club (Bolton) CHORLEY STREET | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 317 yd |
| Barbarian Gym SCHOOL HILL WORKS SCHOOL HILL WORKS KENT STREET | health and fitness suite | 420 yd |
| Bolton Rugby Union Football Club Avenue Street | grass pitches | 456 yd |
| Bolton Lads & Girls Club Spa Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 611 yd |
| St Matthews Primary School KENTFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 672 yd |
| The Victoria Hall VICTORIA HALL VICTORIA HALL KNOWSLEY STREET | 687 yd | |
| Leisure Club @ Bolton HIGHER BRIDGE STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 734 yd |
| Queens Park Playing Fields SPA ROAD | grass pitches | 739 yd |
| Ymca (Bolton) DEANSGATE | health and fitness suite | 748 yd |
| Jubilee Pool (Bolton) DARLEY STREET | swimming pool | 767 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.