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Albert Road West is in Bolton and in Bolton district. BL1 5HW is located in the Heaton, Lostock & Chew Moor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolton West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about Albert Road West, Bolton, BL1 5HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: BL1 5HN, BL1 5HY, BL1 5LQ, BL1 5JE, BL1 5HX, BL1 5FY, BL1 5LG, BL1 5LL, BL1 5FR.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BL1 5HW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female51.2%50.3%-0.9% 51.0% -0.7%
Male48.8%49.7%0.9% 49.0% 0.7%

Partnership Status

Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.

In the immediate vicinity of BL1 5HW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 71.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.

Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single23.7%16.7%-7.0% 37.9% -21.2%
Married: Opposite sex64%71.2%7.2% 44.2% 27.0%
Married: Same sex0%1.2%1.2% 0.3% 0.9%
Separated1.1%1.6%0.5% 2.2% -0.6%
Divorced4.9%4.7%-0.2% 9.1% -4.4%
Widowed6.4%4.7%-1.7% 6.1% -1.4%

Health

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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (93.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health60.1%66.9%6.8% 48.4% 18.5%
Good health29.8%26.5%-3.3% 33.6% -7.1%
Fair health8%5.2%-2.8% 12.7% -7.5%
Bad health1.9%1.4%-0.5% 4.0% -2.6%
Very bad health0.3%0%-0.3% 1.2% -1.2%

Education and Qualifications

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 5HW this area, 7.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 61.8%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications8.8%7.3%-1.5% 18.2% -10.9%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 7.4%6.9%-0.5% 9.6% -2.7%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels13.1%9.2%-3.9% 13.4% -4.2%
Apprenticeship1.1%1.9%0.8% 5.3% -3.4%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels6.7%10.7%4.0% 16.9% -6.2%
Degree or Similar59.7%61.8%2.1% 33.8% 28.0%
Other3.2%2.3%-0.9% 2.8% -0.5%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.9% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Chinese0%0.3%0.3% 0.7% -0.4%
Indian4.8%13%8.2% 3.1% 9.9%
Pakistani7%11.2%4.2% 2.7% 8.5%
Other Asian0%0.6%0.6% 1.6% -1.0%
Mixed White and Asian1.1%0.6%-0.5% 0.8% -0.2%
Mixed White and Caribbean1.3%0%-1.3% 0.9% -0.9%
Mixed Other0%0.9%0.9% 0.8% 0.1%
White85.5%72.9%-12.6% 81.4% -8.5%
Arab0.3%0%-0.3% 0.6% -0.6%
Other0%0.6%0.6% 1.6% -1.0%

Country of Birth

In this area, 90.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom92.8%90.2%-2.6% 83.2% 7.0%
European Union0.5%0.9%0.4% 6.1% -5.2%
Rest of Europe0%0.9%0.9% 0.8% 0.1%
Africa1.6%1.2%-0.4% 2.7% -1.5%
Middle East and Asia4%5.8%1.8% 5.6% 0.2%
The Americas and the Caribbean0.3%0.9%0.6% 1.3% -0.4%
Oceania0.5%0.3%-0.2% 0.3% 0.0%
British Overseas0.3%0%-0.3% 0.0% 0.0%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK92%89.9%-2.1% 83.2% 6.7%
10+ Years0%7.8%7.8% 9.8% -2.0%
5-10 Years0.3%0.6%0.3% 2.9% -2.3%
2-5 Years1.9%1.7%-0.2% 2.2% -0.5%
Less than 2 years5.9%0%-5.9% 1.9% -1.9%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom94.2% 76.7% 17.5%
France0.6% 0.3% 0.3%
Other Europe0.3% 0.2% 0.1%
Southern Asia0.9% 1.2% -0.3%
Central and South America0.3% 0.2% 0.1%
Oceania0.3% 0.1% 0.2%
No passport held3.5% 13.5% -10.0%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion20.3% 37.2% -16.9%
Christian47.9% 46.2% 1.7%
Buddhist0.3% 0.5% -0.2%
Hindu2.9% 1.7% 1.2%
Muslim19.5% 6.5% 13.0%
Not answered9.2% 6.0% 3.2%

Safety

Is Albert Road West dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Albert Road West was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Heaton, Lostock & Chew Moor average.

Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£43,300
Income Rank
5/10

Household Income in BL1 5HW, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Albert Road West are based on 117 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Bolton.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Albert Road West, Bolton, BL1 5HW

Estimated Average Property Prices for BL1 5HW

Average Price
£864,926
Semi-Detached
£462,395
Terraced
no sales
Detached
£965,558
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Albert Road West

Average Price
£689,103
Semi-Detached
£627,831
Terraced
£636,923
Detached
£779,883
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
£489,151

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Albert Road West

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
79C Albert Road West, Bolton, Greater Manchester
Detached, an established residential building
£660,0002024-02-22 £707,750
79C Albert Road West, Bolton, Greater Manchester
Detached, an established residential building
£620,0002022-03-01 £729,174
79B Albert Road West, Bolton, Greater Manchester
Detached, an established residential building
£625,0002021-09-03 £763,262
79A Albert Road West, Bolton, Greater Manchester
Detached, an established residential building
£625,0002021-05-14 £807,945
69 Albert Road West, Bolton, Greater Manchester
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£305,0002019-11-15 £454,623
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for BL1 5HW

Employment

BL1 5HW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee99
Retired61
Part-Time Employee36
Self-Employed28
Student (economically inactive)13
Looking after home or family9
Long-Term Sick or disabled5
Unemployed5
Full-Time Student (with or without job)2
Other1

Employment Industry

Human health and social work activities33
Education29
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles27
Professional, scientific and technical activities19
Manufacturing14
Construction14
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security13
Information and communication8
Financial and insurance activities7
Accommodation and food service activities6
Other5
Administrative and support service activities5
Transport and storage4
Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply 1

Schools

Nursery

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Pikes Lane Nursery School
Board Street , BL3 5EE
- not rated 1,951 yd Local authority nursery school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Susan Isaacs Nursery School
Vernon Street , BL1 2XN
- not rated 2,343 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Alexandra Nursery School
Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH
- not rated 2,602 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
The Orchards Nursery School
Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA
3out of 4 5,189 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
St Thomas of Canterbury RC School
Eastbourne Grove , Heaton BL1 5LH
3out of 4 315 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Devonshire Road Primary School
Devonshire Road , Heaton BL1 4ND
3out of 4 606 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Markland Hill Primary School
Markland Hill , Heaton BL1 5EJ
- not rated 753 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Church Road Primary School
Captains Clough Road , BL1 5RU
3out of 4 1,054 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Johnson Fold Community Primary School
Worston Avenue , Johnson Fold BL1 5UG
- not rated 1,486 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Smithills School
Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JS
- not rated 2,045 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Smithills School
Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JS
2out of 4 2,045 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Ladybridge High School
New York , Junction Road BL3 4NG
3out of 4 2,165 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
The Deane School
New York , Junction Road BL3 4NG
- not rated 2,213 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
University Collegiate School
85 Deane Road , The Stoller Building BL3 5AG
- not rated 2,351 yd University technical college No Mixed More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
North Bolton Sixth Form College
Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JT
- not rated 2,155 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Bolton College
Deane Road , BL3 5BG
- not rated 2,342 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Bolton Sixth Form College
Town Centre Campus , Deane Road BL3 5BU
- not rated 2,492 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
South College, Bolton
Lever Edge Lane , BL3 3HH
- not rated 3,631 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Bolton Wanderers Free School
Macron Stadium , Burnden Way BL6 6JW
- not rated 4,982 yd Free schools 16 to 19 No Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Clevelands Prep School
425 Chorley New Road , BL1 5DH
- not rated 894 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
Bolton School Girls' Division
Chorley New Road , BL1 4PB
- not rated 1,017 yd Other independent school No Girls More About School
Bolton School Infant & Nursery School
Chorley New Road , Bolton BL1 4PA
- not rated 1,018 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
Bolton School Boys' Division
Chorley New Road , BL1 4PA
- not rated 1,291 yd Other independent school No Boys More About School
Al-Huda Primary School
3 Hennon Street , BL1 3EH
- not rated 1,692 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The Coffee Shop at Heaton59 New Hall Lane293 yd
Retreat321 Chorley New Road545 yd
Grace ChurchGrace Church, Somerset Road753 yd
Grace Church CafeThe Grace Centre, Somerset Road810 yd
McDonalds1011 Chorley Old Road904 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Victoria Inn26 Markland Hill709 yd
Hope & Anchor747 Chorley Old Road722 yd
Doffcocker InnChorley Old Road832 yd
Bunbury's397 Chorley Old Road904 yd
Finishers Arms487 Church Road960 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Whitecroft Stores619 Chorley Old Road493 yd
Common & Coffee621 Chorley Old Road586 yd
The Jute665 Chorley Old Road586 yd
Ikram's Spice House505 Chorley Old Road734 yd
Volcano pizza shawarma&kebab27 Lowndes Street740 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
MorrisonsMornington Road1,090 yd
Morrisons Service StationMornington Road1,090 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
St Thomas Of Canterbury Rc Primary School
EASTBOURNE GROVE
grass pitches315 yd
Markland Hill Racket Sports And Fitness Club
VICTORIA ROAD
health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts839 yd
Ladybridge Lane
PLAYING FIELDS AND PREMISES ON PLAYING FIELDS AND PREMISES ON LADYBRIDGE LANE
grass pitches948 yd
Heaton Cricket Club
CHURCH ROAD
grass pitches1,002 yd
Bolton School
CHORLEY NEW ROAD
grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts1,020 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed100 Mbit/s
Average download speed207.5 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed1000 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed1000 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed10 Mbit/s
Average upload speed16.6 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed50 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.