Rainham Grove is in Bolton and in Bolton district. BL1 2UX 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 Rainham Grove, Bolton, BL1 2UX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL1 2UT, BL1 2UY, BL1 2JG, BL1 2JL, BL1 2UZ, BL1 2JB, BL1 2JJ, BL1 2HZ, BL1 2HT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BL1 2UX 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 2UX 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 Rainham Grove 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 -40.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Rainham Grove, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2015-10-16 | £142,423 |
| 6 Rainham Grove, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2014-12-23 | £148,168 |
| 4 Rainham Grove, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2011-11-29 | £164,333 |
| 4 Rainham Grove, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £47,000 | 2003-12-18 | £133,147 |
The percentage of student residents living in BL1 2UX 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | 4out of 4 | 2,786 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 5,045 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Bolton Kentford Road , Halliwell BL1 2JL | 3out of 4 | 47 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Olive School, Bolton Ashton House , Waterloo Street BL1 8HT | 4out of 4 | 387 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Valley Community Primary School Hibbert Street , Off Blackburn Road BL1 8JG | 4out of 4 | 511 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gaskell Community Primary School Thomas Holden Street , BL1 2QG | 3out of 4 | 598 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brownlow Fold Primary School Darley Street , BL1 3DX | 3out of 4 | 699 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 | 613 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Thornleigh Salesian College Sharples Park , Astley Bridge BL1 6PQ | 3out of 4 | 1,785 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University Collegiate School Deane Road , BL3 5AG | 3out of 4 | 1,822 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Smithills School Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JS | 3out of 4 | 2,038 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sharples School Hill Cot Road , Sharples BL1 8SN | 3out of 4 | 2,439 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 | 1,550 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton College Deane Road , BL3 5BG | - not rated | 1,823 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 | 3,264 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya Keswick Street , BL1 8LX | - not rated | 753 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Al-Huda Primary School 3 Hennon Street , BL1 3EH | - not rated | 965 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton School Boys' Division Chorley New Road , BL1 4PA | - not rated | 1,529 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| University of Bolton Deane Road , BL3 5AB | - not rated | 1,762 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton School Girls' Division Chorley New Road , BL1 4PB | - not rated | 1,820 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | 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 | 91 yd | |
| Cafe Metro | 228 Waterloo Street | 346 yd | |
| Eurest c/o Royal Mail | The Courtyard, Calvin Street | 495 yd | |
| Caffe Pausa | 16-19 Round Hill Way | 557 yd | |
| Cube Desserts Ltd | 192 Halliwell Road | 577 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cotton Tree | 15 Prince Street | 311 yd | |
| The Roundhouse | Kenton Close | 598 yd | |
| The Cave | Unit V14 The Market Place | 747 yd | |
| Royal Hotel | 53 Vernon Street | 767 yd | |
| The Star | 11 Bow Street | 842 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Murry Takeaway | 111 Higher Bridge Street | 305 yd | |
| Naafiah | 135 Halliwell Road | 356 yd | |
| Naseeb Grill & Curry House | 146 Blackburn Road | 396 yd | |
| Chai2wok | 146 Blackburn Road | 396 yd | |
| Franguitos | 155A BLACKBURN ROAD | 396 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Higher Bridge Street | 305 yd | |
| mr cook | 35 Deansgate | 1,052 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Matthews Primary School KENTFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 136 yd |
| Total Fitness (Bolton) WATERS MEETING ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 456 yd |
| Barbarian Gym SCHOOL HILL WORKS SCHOOL HILL WORKS KENT STREET | health and fitness suite | 468 yd |
| The Gym (Bolton) 4-5 4-5 Round Hill Way | health and fitness suite | 558 yd |
| Leisure Club @ Bolton HIGHER BRIDGE STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 646 yd |
| Eden Boys School (Bolton) WOLFENDEN STREET | 686 yd | |
| Jubilee Pool (Bolton) DARLEY STREET | swimming pool | 728 yd |
| The Victoria Hall VICTORIA HALL VICTORIA HALL KNOWSLEY STREET | 853 yd | |
| Bolton Rugby Union Football Club Avenue Street | grass pitches | 901 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Bolton) CHORLEY STREET | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,024 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.