Thornbury Close is in Bolton and in Bolton district. BL1 2XB 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 Thornbury Close, Bolton, BL1 2XB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL1 2XA, BL1 2XE, BL1 2XD, BL1 2XF, BL1 2XG, BL1 2RF, BL1 2RN, BL1 2RD, BL1 2XQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BL1 2XB has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 49.2% | 48.8% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 50.8% | 51.2% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 2XB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.6% 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 | 51.6% | 49.6% | -2.0% | 37.9% | 11.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 20.8% | 38.5% | 17.7% | 44.2% | -5.7% |
| Separated | 6.3% | 2.5% | -3.8% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 7.8% | -5.8% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 1.6% | -6.1% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
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 | 30.8% | 43.9% | 13.1% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 40.2% | 28.4% | -11.8% | 33.6% | -5.2% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 18.3% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 7.3% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 2.1% | -1.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 2XB 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 16.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.3% | 37.7% | -2.6% | 18.2% | 19.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 13.1% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 11.5% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 4.1% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 11.5% | 0.2% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.6% | 16.4% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -17.4% |
| Other | 6.3% | 5.7% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 2.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 55.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 7.9% | 5.1% | -2.8% | 3.1% | 2.0% |
| Pakistani | 8.6% | 12% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 9.3% |
| Other Asian | 4.1% | 6% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 4.4% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 13.9% | 12.4% | 2.5% | 11.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 74.1% | 55.1% | -19.0% | 81.4% | -26.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Other | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 65.2% 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 | 83.1% | 65.2% | -17.9% | 83.2% | -18.0% |
| European Union | 6% | 9.5% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 4.1% | 13.1% | 9.0% | 2.7% | 10.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.8% | 11.6% | 4.8% | 5.6% | 6.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.5% | 65.8% | -14.7% | 83.2% | -17.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 16.9% | 15.4% | 9.8% | 7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.8% | 10.5% | 6.7% | 2.9% | 7.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 12% | 3.4% | -8.6% | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.6% | 76.7% | -13.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Lithuania | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 28.4% | 13.5% | 14.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21.3% | 37.2% | -15.9% |
| Christian | 42.9% | 46.2% | -3.3% |
| Hindu | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 29.5% | 6.5% | 23.0% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 1.8% | 6.0% | -4.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thornbury Close 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.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Thornbury Close, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2022-05-09 | £184,104 |
| 1 Thornbury Close, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2010-04-13 | £134,298 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 49 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Looking after home or family | 37 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Other | 18 |
| Unemployed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 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 | 98 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pikes Lane Nursery School Board Street , BL3 5EE | - not rated | 1,695 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | - not rated | 2,452 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 4,758 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater Nursery School Dobhill Street , Farnworth BL4 7DU | - not rated | 5,115 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | 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 | - not rated | 272 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Bolton Kentford Road , Halliwell BL1 2JL | 3out of 4 | 295 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Olive School, Bolton Ashton House , Waterloo Street BL1 8HT | 4out of 4 | 608 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brownlow Fold Primary School Darley Street , BL1 3DX | 3out of 4 | 680 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Valley Community Primary School Hibbert Street , Off Blackburn Road BL1 8JG | 4out of 4 | 850 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 | 880 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| University Collegiate School 85 Deane Road , The Stoller Building BL3 5AG | - not rated | 1,498 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornleigh Salesian College Sharples Park , Astley Bridge BL1 6PQ | - not rated | 2,001 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Smithills School Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JS | - not rated | 2,123 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Smithills School Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JS | 2out of 4 | 2,123 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 | 1,247 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton College Deane Road , BL3 5BG | - not rated | 1,498 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Bolton Sixth Form College Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JT | - not rated | 2,230 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South College, Bolton Lever Edge Lane , BL3 3HH | - not rated | 3,606 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 | 3,494 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton St Catherine's Academy Stitch MI Lane , Breightmet BL2 4HU | - not rated | 3,494 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 | 96 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Personal Learning Centre 97 - 99 Chorley Street , BL1 4AL | - not rated | 564 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Base Camp The Base Project , Marsden Road BL1 2PF | - not rated | 570 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Not School.Net Base , Marsden Road BL1 2PF | - not rated | 570 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Huda Primary School 3 Hennon Street , BL1 3EH | - not rated | 933 yd | Other independent school | Yes | 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 | 413 yd | |
| Heaton Fold Cafe | Heaton Fold Horticultural Centre, Overdale Drive | 511 yd | |
| Cafe Create | Claremont House, St Georges Road | 541 yd | |
| David Lloyd Leisure | Chorley Street | 542 yd | |
| Nutri Bar Limited | 72 Chorley Street | 542 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cotton Tree | 15 Prince Street | 354 yd | |
| Royal Hotel | 53 Vernon Street | 429 yd | |
| The Roundhouse | Kenton Close | 611 yd | |
| The Cave | Unit V14 The Market Place | 633 yd | |
| Bolton Rugby Union F.C. | Avenue Street | 646 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Murry Takeaway | 111 Higher Bridge Street | 440 yd | |
| Caribbean Sunrise Foods (Bolton) Ltd | 210 St Georges Road | 448 yd | |
| Francas | 193 St Georges Road | 492 yd | |
| Poseidon's | 205 St Georges Road | 492 yd | |
| Signature Grill | 32 Bath Street | 503 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Higher Bridge Street | 440 yd | |
| mr cook | 35 Deansgate | 955 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Barbarian Gym SCHOOL HILL WORKS SCHOOL HILL WORKS KENT STREET | health and fitness suite | 233 yd |
| St Matthews Primary School KENTFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 300 yd |
| Leisure Club @ Bolton HIGHER BRIDGE STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 581 yd |
| Bolton Rugby Union Football Club Avenue Street | grass pitches | 600 yd |
| Jubilee Pool (Bolton) DARLEY STREET | swimming pool | 640 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Bolton) CHORLEY STREET | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 655 yd |
| The Victoria Hall VICTORIA HALL VICTORIA HALL KNOWSLEY STREET | 676 yd | |
| The Gym (Bolton) 4-5 4-5 Round Hill Way | health and fitness suite | 802 yd |
| Ymca (Bolton) DEANSGATE | health and fitness suite | 834 yd |
| Total Fitness (Bolton) WATERS MEETING ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 839 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.