Broad Oth'Lane is in Bolton and in Bolton district. BL1 6QN is located in the Astley Bridge 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 Broad Oth'lane, Bolton, BL1 6QN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL1 6PP, BL1 6QD, BL1 6QL, BL1 6PR, BL1 6QW, BL1 6QJ, BL1 6RU, BL1 6RG, BL1 6PG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BL1 6QN has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% 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 | 51.3% | 47.7% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 48.7% | 52.3% | 3.6% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
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% | 41.7% | 3.8% | 37.9% | 3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.1% | 37.6% | -1.5% | 44.2% | -6.6% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 10.3% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 9.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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 | 42.3% | 43.9% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 36.5% | -1.8% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 13.6% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 3% | 4.8% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23% | 21.5% | -1.5% | 18.2% | 3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 12.5% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 14.5% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 4.8% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 13.8% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.4% | 32.9% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -0.9% |
| Other | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 9.9% | 7.6% | 3.1% | 6.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95% | 82.5% | -12.5% | 81.4% | 1.1% |
| Other | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 91.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.3% | 91.8% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 91.5% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.2% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.2% | 37.2% | -6.0% |
| Christian | 55.2% | 46.2% | 9.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 6.2% | 6.5% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broad Oth'Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Astley Bridge 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 lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 111 Broad O' Th' Lane, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2025-11-28 | £240,435 |
| The Nook Broad O' Th' Lane, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2023-11-03 | £457,617 |
| Beechwood Broad O' Th' Lane, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £408,000 | 2023-09-01 | £440,136 |
| 107 Broad O' Th' Lane, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2020-06-15 | £469,528 |
| Yew Tree House Broad O' Th' Lane, Bolton, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £570,283 | 2019-10-01 | £770,068 |
BL1 6QN 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Susan Isaacs Nursery School Vernon Street , BL1 2XN | - not rated | 1,958 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pikes Lane Nursery School Board Street , BL3 5EE | - not rated | 3,580 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | - not rated | 4,400 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Infant and St Anthony RC Primary School Mitre Street , Astley Bridge BL1 6QJ | 3out of 4 | 121 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE Primary School, Astley Bridge Newnham Street , Astley Bridge BL1 8QA | - not rated | 639 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE Primary School, Astley Bridge Newnham Street , Astley Bridge BL1 8QA | - not rated | 639 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldhams Primary School Selkirk Road , BL1 7BN | - not rated | 792 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Lawn Primary School Holden Avenue , Sharples BL1 7EX | - not rated | 859 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornleigh Salesian College Sharples Park , Astley Bridge BL1 6PQ | - not rated | 405 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Boys' School, Bolton Wolfenden Street , BL1 3QE | 4out of 4 | 1,156 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Sharples School Hill Cot Road , Sharples BL1 8SN | 3out of 4 | 1,183 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sharples School Science Specialist College Hill Cot Road , Sharples BL1 8SN | - not rated | 1,183 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Smithills School Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JS | - not rated | 1,278 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Bolton Sixth Form College Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JT | - not rated | 1,256 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Sixth Form College Town Centre Campus , Deane Road BL3 5BU | - not rated | 3,277 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton College Deane Road , BL3 5BG | - not rated | 3,498 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 | 3,745 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton St Catherine's Academy Stitch MI Lane , Breightmet BL2 4HU | - not rated | 3,745 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Point Selkirk Road , BL1 7BN | - not rated | 705 yd | Pupil referral unit | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Centre North Barlow Park Pavilion, Dunoon Drive , Astley Bridge BL1 6QY | - not rated | 747 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya Keswick Street , BL1 8LX | - not rated | 1,226 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Youth Challenge Pru Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JT | 4out of 4 | 1,256 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Youth Challenge Pru Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JT | - not rated | 1,256 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| A & M Sandwiches | 9 Belmont Road | 364 yd | |
| The Old Bank Cafe | Former HSBC Bank, Hill View Road | 373 yd | |
| Ayaans restaurant | 44-46 Old Road | 399 yd | |
| G & T Catering | Pineapple Inn, 562 Blackburn Road | 425 yd | |
| The Pavilion | 538-542 Blackburn Road | 476 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astley Bridge Conservative Club | Moss Bank Way | 314 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | 38 Belmont Road | 348 yd | |
| The Tap | 68-70 Belmont Road | 354 yd | |
| Astley Bridge Cricket Club | Moss Bank Way | 380 yd | |
| The Bay Mare | 647-651 Blackburn Road | 392 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Su's Fish and Chips | 66 Belmont Road | 348 yd | |
| Killa Carbs | Astley Bridge Cricket Club, Moss Bank Way | 379 yd | |
| Mexican Villa Ltd | 610 Blackburn Road | 425 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 590-592 Blackburn Road | 425 yd | |
| Happiness | 584 Blackburn Road | 425 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda Supermarket, Moss Bank Way | 410 yd | |
| Lidl | Crompton Way | 506 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Astley Bridge Cricket Club MOSS BANK WAY | grass pitches | 383 yd |
| Thornleigh Salesian College SHARPLES PARK | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 407 yd |
| Barlow Park BARLOW PARK AVENUE | grass pitches | 592 yd |
| High Lawn Primary And Nursery School HOLDEN AVENUE | grass pitches | 791 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 | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 225.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.