Thaxted Place is in Bolton and in Bolton district. BL1 4UF 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 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Thaxted Place, Bolton, BL1 4UF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL1 4UH, BL1 4UE, BL1 4UJ, BL1 4UA, BL1 4UD, BL1 3BE, BL1 4HL, BL1 3BG, BL1 3BW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BL1 4UF 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 | 50.3% | 47.4% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 49.7% | 52.6% | 2.9% | 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 | 21.7% | 23% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -14.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.7% | 27% | 0.3% | 44.2% | -17.2% |
| Separated | 6.8% | 5.3% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 3.1% |
| Divorced | 19.9% | 23.7% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 14.6% |
| Widowed | 24.8% | 21.1% | -3.7% | 6.1% | 15.0% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (52.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 11.8% | 35.5% | 23.7% | 48.4% | -12.9% |
| Good health | 24.8% | 16.9% | -7.9% | 33.6% | -16.7% |
| Fair health | 40.4% | 28.5% | -11.9% | 12.7% | 15.8% |
| Bad health | 20.5% | 13.4% | -7.1% | 4.0% | 9.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 5.8% | 3.3% | 1.2% | 4.6% |
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 4UF this area, 46.7% 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 13.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 62.1% | 46.7% | -15.4% | 18.2% | 28.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5% | 7.3% | 2.3% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.1% | 6% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -7.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 9.3% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 5.3% | -4.6% | 16.9% | -11.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 5% | 13.3% | 8.3% | 33.8% | -20.5% |
| Other | 5% | 12% | 7.0% | 2.8% | 9.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.3% 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 | 1.9% | 0.6% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 23.1% | 23.1% | 2.7% | 20.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.8% | 72.3% | -21.5% | 81.4% | -9.1% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 81.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.8% | 81.5% | -12.3% | 83.2% | -1.7% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 2.3% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 15% | 12.5% | 5.6% | 9.4% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.9% | 81% | -10.9% | 83.2% | -2.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.8% | 9.8% | 9.8% | 0.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 5.7% | 5.7% | 2.9% | 2.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 3.4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 0% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.2% | 76.7% | -12.5% |
| Spain | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 30.6% | 13.5% | 17.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 17.9% | 37.2% | -19.3% |
| Christian | 46.2% | 46.2% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 25.4% | 6.5% | 18.9% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thaxted Place was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Halliwell 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 risen by about 27.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Thaxted Place, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2008-05-27 | £144,367 |
BL1 4UF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in BL1 4UF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 74 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Full-Time Employee | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Part-Time Employee | 4 |
| Self-Employed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 1 |
| Education | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | 4out of 4 | 2,308 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 4,897 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford Grove Primary School Shepherd Cross Street , BL1 3EJ | 3out of 4 | 577 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonshire Road Primary School Devonshire Road , BL1 4ND | 3out of 4 | 678 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC Primary School, Halliwell, Bolton Shepherd Cross Street , Halliwell BL1 3EJ | 2out of 4 | 696 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brownlow Fold Primary School Darley Street , BL1 3DX | 3out of 4 | 813 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury RC School Eastbourne Grove , Heaton BL1 5LH | 3out of 4 | 842 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 1,472 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| University Collegiate School Deane Road , BL3 5AG | 3out of 4 | 1,655 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Smithills School Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JS | 3out of 4 | 1,695 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornleigh Salesian College Sharples Park , Astley Bridge BL1 6PQ | 3out of 4 | 2,067 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Muslim Girls School Swan Lane , BL3 6TQ | 4out of 4 | 2,418 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | 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 | 1,648 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton College Deane Road , BL3 5BG | - not rated | 1,648 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 | 4,617 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 | 581 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Bolton School Girls' Division Chorley New Road , BL1 4PB | - not rated | 664 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Thomasson Memorial School Devonshire Road , BL1 4PJ | 3out of 4 | 699 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Huda Primary School 3 Hennon Street , BL1 3EH | - not rated | 713 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Bolton Deane Road , BL3 5AB | - not rated | 1,790 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Champions Bolton | 252 Chorley Old Road | 190 yd | |
| Crumbs Cafe | 142 Chorley Old Road | 313 yd | |
| Taste of Pakistan | 288 Chorley Old Road | 377 yd | |
| Bridges | 21 Avondale Street | 384 yd | |
| Sophia's Cafe | Brownlow Fold Learning Centre, Eskrick Street | 649 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanley Arms | 99 Chorley Old Road | 236 yd | |
| Bolton Rugby Union F.C. | Avenue Street | 397 yd | |
| Bunbury's | 397 Chorley Old Road | 659 yd | |
| The Roundhouse | Kenton Close | 1,022 yd | |
| Royal Hotel | 53 Vernon Street | 1,033 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| GRUBS | Unit B, The Victory, 151 Chorley Old Road | 104 yd | |
| Grubz | Unit B, The Victory, 151 Chorley Old Road | 104 yd | |
| Phoenix | Unit A, The Victory, 151 Chorley Old Road | 121 yd | |
| Syd's Chippy & Grill | 192 Chorley Old Road | 148 yd | |
| Shanghai | 234 Chorley Old Road | 154 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Mornington Road | 260 yd | |
| Morrisons Service Station | Mornington Road | 260 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ladies Health & Fitness Gym 302-304 302-304 Chorley Old Road | health and fitness suite | 381 yd |
| Hatfield Road RAWSON ROAD | grass pitches | 442 yd |
| Bolton Rugby Union Football Club Avenue Street | grass pitches | 456 yd |
| Oxford Grove Primary School SHEPHERD CROSS STREET | grass pitches | 560 yd |
| Bolton School CHORLEY NEW ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 688 yd |
| Jubilee Pool (Bolton) DARLEY STREET | swimming pool | 841 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Bolton) CHORLEY STREET | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 889 yd |
| St Thomas Of Canterbury Rc Primary School EASTBOURNE GROVE | grass pitches | 943 yd |
| Queens Park Playing Fields SPA ROAD | grass pitches | 1,071 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 200.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.