Kingswear Drive is in Bolton and in Bolton district. BL1 6EX is located in the Smithills electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolton West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kingswear Drive, Bolton, BL1 6EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL1 6EY, BL1 6DL, BL1 6HA, BL1 6FA, BL1 6DX, BL1 6DS, BL1 6EG, BL1 6DW, BL1 6EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BL1 6EX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 53.2% | 4.2% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 51% | 46.8% | -4.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38.3% | 39.8% | 1.5% | 37.9% | 1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37% | 35.8% | -1.2% | 44.2% | -8.4% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 5.7% | 3.8% | 2.2% | 3.5% |
| Divorced | 13% | 14.2% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 4.5% | -5.4% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 39.7% | 40% | 0.3% | 48.4% | -8.4% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 38.5% | 5.2% | 33.6% | 4.9% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 13.7% | -4.9% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 7.3% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 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.
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 22.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34% | 27.3% | -6.7% | 18.2% | 9.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 12.5% | 2.0% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 11.9% | -6.6% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 8.5% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 14.8% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.6% | 22.7% | 9.1% | 33.8% | -11.1% |
| Other | 8.6% | 2.3% | -6.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 5.9% | 3.9% | -2.0% | 3.1% | 0.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 2.5% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 90.2% | 83.7% | -6.5% | 81.4% | 2.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 0.1% | 3.3% |
| Other | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 87.6% 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 | 92.2% | 87.6% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2% | 4% | 2.0% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.4% | 3% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.2% | 87.6% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 2.9% | 1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.3% | 0.5% | -8.8% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.7% | 76.7% | 1.0% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.9% | 13.5% | 5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.7% | 37.2% | -5.5% |
| Christian | 52.2% | 46.2% | 6.0% |
| Muslim | 10.7% | 6.5% | 4.2% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingswear Drive 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 stayed broadly stable by about 1.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Kingswear Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £56,000 | 2016-03-18 | £100,345 |
| 5 Kingswear Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2014-04-17 | £133,460 |
| 5 Kingswear Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £30,000 | 1998-05-21 | £154,486 |
BL1 6EX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| 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 | 2,909 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 | 367 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 | 404 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Church Road Primary School Captains Clough Road , BL1 5RU | 3out of 4 | 655 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brownlow Fold Primary School Darley Street , BL1 3DX | 3out of 4 | 775 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas C of E Primary School, Halliwell Eskrick Street , BL1 3JB | 3out of 4 | 824 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smithills School Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JS | 3out of 4 | 1,098 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Boys' School Bolton Wolfenden Street , BL1 3QE | 4out of 4 | 1,324 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Thornleigh Salesian College Sharples Park , Astley Bridge BL1 6PQ | 3out of 4 | 1,575 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University Collegiate School Deane Road , BL3 5AG | 3out of 4 | 2,235 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sharples School Hill Cot Road , Sharples BL1 8SN | 3out of 4 | 3,000 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 | 2,188 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton College Deane Road , BL3 5BG | - not rated | 2,229 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 | 4,681 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Huda Primary School 3 Hennon Street , BL1 3EH | - not rated | 522 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomasson Memorial School Devonshire Road , BL1 4PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,105 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton School Boys' Division Chorley New Road , BL1 4PA | - not rated | 1,181 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Bolton School Girls' Division Chorley New Road , BL1 4PB | - not rated | 1,212 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Youth Challenge Pru Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JT | 4out of 4 | 1,226 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridges | 21 Avondale Street | 241 yd | |
| Northern Ivy Cafe Ltd | 166 Ivy Road | 289 yd | |
| Taste of Pakistan | 288 Chorley Old Road | 289 yd | |
| Monte Carlo Cafe | 431 Chorley Old Road | 408 yd | |
| McDonalds | 1011 Chorley Old Road | 408 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bunbury's | 397 Chorley Old Road | 408 yd | |
| Bolton Rugby Union F.C. | Avenue Street | 730 yd | |
| Stanley Arms | 99 Chorley Old Road | 764 yd | |
| Crofters Arms | 494 Halliwell Road | 793 yd | |
| Stork tavern | 548 Halliwell Road | 793 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prego | 310 Chorley Old Road | 289 yd | |
| Allen’s fried chicken | 300 Chorley Old Road | 289 yd | |
| Food Villa | 314 Chorley Old Road | 293 yd | |
| D & L Sumner Quality Fish & Chips | 188 Arnold Street | 369 yd | |
| Sanshan Chinese takeaway | 278 Chorley Old Road | 379 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Mornington Road | 408 yd | |
| Morrisons Service Station | Mornington Road | 408 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hatfield Road RAWSON ROAD | grass pitches | 240 yd |
| Oxford Grove Primary School SHEPHERD CROSS STREET | grass pitches | 261 yd |
| Ladies Health & Fitness Gym 302-304 302-304 Chorley Old Road | health and fitness suite | 291 yd |
| Bolton Rugby Union Football Club Avenue Street | grass pitches | 732 yd |
| Jubilee Pool (Bolton) DARLEY STREET | swimming pool | 759 yd |
| Church Road Playing Fields CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 853 yd |
| Captains Clough Captain's Clough Road | grass pitches | 854 yd |
| St Thomas Of Canterbury Rc Primary School EASTBOURNE GROVE | grass pitches | 996 yd |
| Moss Bank Park THE LODGE THE LODGE MOSS LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,049 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 | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| 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 | 76.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 77.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.