Rosedale Avenue is in Bolton and in Bolton district. BL1 7EG 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 Rosedale Avenue, Bolton, BL1 7EG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL1 7EF, BL1 7EQ, BL1 7EW, BL1 7AX, BL1 7EE, BL1 7AU, BL1 7EN, BL1 7AY, BL1 7ER.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BL1 7EG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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 | 55.1% | 52.3% | -2.8% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 44.9% | 47.7% | 2.8% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
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 | 30.2% | 29.5% | -0.7% | 37.9% | -8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.5% | 45.5% | -5.0% | 44.2% | 1.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 6.9% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 15.3% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 9.2% |
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 | 51.6% | 42.3% | -9.3% | 48.4% | -6.1% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 34.9% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 16.2% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 5.1% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 19.9% | 25.6% | 5.7% | 18.2% | 7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 8% | -8.0% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 9.7% | -5.2% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 5.9% | -0.1% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 16.6% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.3% | 31.1% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -2.7% |
| Other | 3.2% | 3.1% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Indian | 5.4% | 15.9% | 10.5% | 3.1% | 12.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 3.7% | 2.4% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Other Asian | 2.7% | 0.8% | -1.9% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 87.9% | 75.1% | -12.8% | 81.4% | -6.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 89.1% 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 | 92.7% | 89.1% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| European Union | 3% | 2.6% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 6% | 3.6% | 5.6% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.7% | 88.9% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.1% | 7.1% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 2% | -1.5% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.7% | 76.7% | 1.0% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Middle East | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| Central Asia | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 17.1% | 13.5% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.9% | 37.2% | -13.3% |
| Christian | 52% | 46.2% | 5.8% |
| Muslim | 19.9% | 6.5% | 13.4% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rosedale Avenue 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 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.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Rosedale Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2022-06-14 | £252,968 |
| 12 Rosedale Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-07-23 | £225,058 |
| 16 Rosedale Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2018-03-09 | £267,189 |
| 14 Rosedale Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2018-03-09 | £270,428 |
| 20 Rosedale Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £151,000 | 2017-06-20 | £251,137 |
BL1 7EG 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BL1 7EG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Education | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| 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 | 2,479 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pikes Lane Nursery School Board Street , BL3 5EE | - not rated | 4,155 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | - not rated | 4,967 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Lawn Primary School Holden Avenue , Sharples BL1 7EX | - not rated | 272 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Infant and St Anthony RC Primary School Mitre Street , Astley Bridge BL1 6QJ | 3out of 4 | 536 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Primary School Sharples Hall Drive , BL1 7HS | 3out of 4 | 714 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sharples Primary School Hugh Lupus Street , BL1 8RU | 3out of 4 | 915 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldhams Primary School Selkirk Road , BL1 7BN | - not rated | 915 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharples School Hill Cot Road , Sharples BL1 8SN | 3out of 4 | 751 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sharples School Science Specialist College Hill Cot Road , Sharples BL1 8SN | - not rated | 751 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornleigh Salesian College Sharples Park , Astley Bridge BL1 6PQ | - not rated | 914 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Boys' School, Bolton Wolfenden Street , BL1 3QE | 4out of 4 | 1,682 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Smithills School Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JS | - not rated | 1,752 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 | 1,698 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Sixth Form College Town Centre Campus , Deane Road BL3 5BU | - not rated | 3,807 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton College Deane Road , BL3 5BG | - not rated | 4,047 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 | 3,708 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton St Catherine's Academy Stitch MI Lane , Breightmet BL2 4HU | - not rated | 3,708 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 | 871 yd | Pupil referral unit | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Centre North Barlow Park Pavilion, Dunoon Drive , Astley Bridge BL1 6QY | - not rated | 980 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birtenshaw School Bolton Darwen Road , Bromley Cross BL7 9AB | 3out of 4 | 1,540 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newfields School 324 Darwen Road , Bromley Cross BL7 9BZ | - not rated | 1,541 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya Keswick Street , BL1 8LX | - not rated | 1,622 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| G & T Catering | Pineapple Inn, 562 Blackburn Road | 556 yd | |
| A & M Sandwiches | 9 Belmont Road | 605 yd | |
| The Pavilion | 538-542 Blackburn Road | 784 yd | |
| The Old Bank Cafe | Former HSBC Bank, Hill View Road | 832 yd | |
| Ayaans restaurant | 44-46 Old Road | 888 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tap | 68-70 Belmont Road | 302 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | 38 Belmont Road | 453 yd | |
| The Bay Mare | 647-651 Blackburn Road | 482 yd | |
| The Pineapple Inn | 562 Blackburn Road | 556 yd | |
| Astley Bridge Conservative Club | Moss Bank Way | 649 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Su's Fish and Chips | 66 Belmont Road | 453 yd | |
| Mexican Villa Ltd | 610 Blackburn Road | 556 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 590-592 Blackburn Road | 556 yd | |
| Happiness | 584 Blackburn Road | 556 yd | |
| Little India | 582 Blackburn Road | 556 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Crompton Way | 649 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Supermarket, Moss Bank Way | 786 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| High Lawn Primary And Nursery School HOLDEN AVENUE | grass pitches | 277 yd |
| High View Eastgrove Avenue | grass pitches | 634 yd |
| The Oaks Primary School SHARPLES HALL DRIVE | grass pitches | 716 yd |
| Sharples School HILL COT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 751 yd |
| Barlow Park BARLOW PARK AVENUE | grass pitches | 908 yd |
| Thornleigh Salesian College SHARPLES PARK | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 919 yd |
| Astley Bridge Cricket Club MOSS BANK WAY | grass pitches | 965 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 | 66 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 78.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.