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Templecombe Drive is in Bolton and in Bolton district. BL1 7LT is located in the Astley Bridge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolton North East. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.

StreetScan combines information about Templecombe Drive, Bolton, BL1 7LT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: BL1 7PG, BL1 7LN, BL1 7DN, BL1 7DW, BL1 7DL, BL1 7TA, BL1 7DP, BL1 7DR, BL1 7DG.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BL1 7LT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female49.4%50.9%1.5% 51.0% -0.1%
Male50.6%49.1%-1.5% 49.0% 0.1%

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 7LT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.5% 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)
Single23.6%28.4%4.8% 37.9% -9.5%
Married: Opposite sex65.9%63.5%-2.4% 44.2% 19.3%
Separated2.2%0.7%-1.5% 2.2% -1.5%
Divorced6.2%5.3%-0.9% 9.1% -3.8%
Widowed2.2%2.1%-0.1% 6.1% -4.0%

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 (89.1%) 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 health60.5%59.4%-1.1% 48.4% 11.0%
Good health30.2%29.7%-0.5% 33.6% -3.9%
Fair health8.1%8%-0.1% 12.7% -4.7%
Bad health1.2%2.6%1.4% 4.0% -1.4%
Very bad health0%0.3%0.3% 1.2% -0.9%

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 7LT this area, 6.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications8.3%6.4%-1.9% 18.2% -11.8%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 13.8%9.2%-4.6% 9.6% -0.4%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels17.4%16%-1.4% 13.4% 2.6%
Apprenticeship8.3%6%-2.3% 5.3% 0.7%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels12.7%22%9.3% 16.9% 5.1%
Degree or Similar36.6%39%2.4% 33.8% 5.2%
Other2.9%1.4%-1.5% 2.8% -1.4%

Culture

Ethnic Group

This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Chinese0.6%0%-0.6% 0.7% -0.7%
Indian3.5%6.6%3.1% 3.1% 3.5%
Pakistani0.3%5.1%4.8% 2.7% 2.4%
Other Asian1.2%0%-1.2% 1.6% -1.6%
Black Caribbean0%0.3%0.3% 1.0% -0.7%
Mixed White and Asian1.5%1.7%0.2% 0.8% 0.9%
Mixed White and Caribbean1.5%1.7%0.2% 0.9% 0.8%
White91%84.6%-6.4% 81.4% 3.2%
Arab0.3%0%-0.3% 0.6% -0.6%
Other0.3%0%-0.3% 1.6% -1.6%

Country of Birth

In this area, 95.7% 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 Kingdom93.9%95.7%1.8% 83.2% 12.5%
European Union0.6%1.7%1.1% 6.1% -4.4%
Rest of Europe0.3%0%-0.3% 0.8% -0.8%
Africa0.6%0%-0.6% 2.7% -2.7%
Middle East and Asia2.3%2%-0.3% 5.6% -3.6%
The Americas and the Caribbean1.7%0.3%-1.4% 1.3% -1.0%
Oceania0.6%0.3%-0.3% 0.3% 0.0%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK93.6%95.7%2.1% 83.2% 12.5%
10+ Years0%2%2.0% 9.8% -7.8%
5-10 Years2%0.3%-1.7% 2.9% -2.6%
2-5 Years1.2%1.7%0.5% 2.2% -0.5%
Less than 2 years3.2%0.3%-2.9% 1.9% -1.6%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom90.9% 76.7% 14.2%
Ireland0.3% 0.6% -0.3%
Italy1.4% 0.6% 0.8%
Other EU countries0.9% 1.5% -0.6%
Southern Asia0.9% 1.2% -0.3%
Oceania0.3% 0.1% 0.2%
No passport held5.4% 13.5% -8.1%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion27.3% 37.2% -9.9%
Christian57.2% 46.2% 11.0%
Hindu1.1% 1.7% -0.6%
Muslim6.9% 6.5% 0.4%
Sikh1.4% 0.9% 0.5%
Not answered6% 6.0% 0.0%

Safety

Is Templecombe Drive Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Templecombe Drive 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 remained broadly unchanged year on year.



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Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£54,700
Income Rank
8/10

Household Income in BL1 7LT, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Templecombe Drive are based on 208 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 Templecombe Drive, Bolton, BL1 7LT

Estimated Average Property Prices for BL1 7LT

Average Price
£426,693
Semi-Detached
£294,504
Terraced
£211,379
Detached
£439,564
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Templecombe Drive

Average Price
£383,382
Semi-Detached
£310,831
Terraced
£291,920
Detached
£442,876
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Templecombe DriveStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
29 Templecombe Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester
Detached, an established residential building
£360,0002026-01-27 £361,001
44 Templecombe Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester
Detached, an established residential building
£340,0002026-01-16 £340,945
52 Templecombe Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester
Terraced, an established residential building
£210,0002024-10-04 £219,311
8 Templecombe Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester
Detached, an established residential building
£427,0002022-08-12 £470,962
44 Templecombe Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester
Detached, an established residential building
£300,2002022-04-06 £347,026
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for BL1 7LT

Employment

BL1 7LT 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 Employee116
Retired59
Part-Time Employee42
Self-Employed21
Student (economically inactive)14
Looking after home or family7
Long-Term Sick or disabled7
Unemployed6
Full-Time Student (with or without job)5
Other3

Employment Industry

Education32
Human health and social work activities23
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles23
Manufacturing18
Construction18
Financial and insurance activities18
Information and communication15
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security14
Accommodation and food service activities9
Professional, scientific and technical activities9
Other8
Transport and storage6
Real estate activities2
Agriculture, forestry and fishing2
Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply 1
Mining and quarrying1
Administrative and support service activities1

Schools

Nursery

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Susan Isaacs Nursery School
Vernon Street , BL1 2XN
- not rated 3,314 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Pikes Lane Nursery School
Board Street , BL3 5EE
- not rated 4,891 yd Local authority nursery school Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
High Lawn Primary School
Holden Avenue , Sharples BL1 7EX
- not rated 728 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Oldhams Primary School
Selkirk Road , BL1 7BN
- not rated 1,006 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
The Oaks Primary School
Sharples Hall Drive , BL1 7HS
3out of 4 1,120 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton
Darwen Road , Bromley Cross BL7 9HT
3out of 4 1,210 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Holy Infant and St Anthony RC Primary School
Mitre Street , Astley Bridge BL1 6QJ
3out of 4 1,359 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Sharples School
Hill Cot Road , Sharples BL1 8SN
3out of 4 1,393 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Sharples School Science Specialist College
Hill Cot Road , Sharples BL1 8SN
- not rated 1,393 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Thornleigh Salesian College
Sharples Park , Astley Bridge BL1 6PQ
- not rated 1,464 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Smithills School
Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JS
- not rated 2,038 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Smithills School
Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JS
2out of 4 2,038 yd Academy converter 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 1,936 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Bolton Sixth Form College
Town Centre Campus , Deane Road BL3 5BU
- not rated 4,630 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Bolton College
Deane Road , BL3 5BG
- not rated 4,841 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School

All-through

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Bolton St Catherine's Academy
Stitch MI Lane , BL2 4HU
- not rated 4,501 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Bolton St Catherine's Academy
Stitch MI Lane , Breightmet BL2 4HU
- not rated 4,501 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Starting Point
Selkirk Road , BL1 7BN
- not rated 1,050 yd Pupil referral unit Yes Mixed More About School
Compass Centre North
Barlow Park Pavilion, Dunoon Drive , Astley Bridge BL1 6QY
- not rated 1,166 yd Pupil referral unit Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Newfields School
324 Darwen Road , Bromley Cross BL7 9BZ
- not rated 1,325 yd Other independent special school No Boys More About School
Birtenshaw School Bolton
Darwen Road , Bromley Cross BL7 9AB
3out of 4 1,926 yd Non-maintained special school Yes Mixed More About School
Youth Challenge Pru
Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JT
4out of 4 1,936 yd Academy alternative provision converter Not Applicable 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
Spice Valley EgertonUnit 1a Dunscar Ind Est, Blackburn Road555 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The Brewhouse983-987 Blackburn Road448 yd
Real AxeUnit 12a Dunscar Business Park, Blackburn Road566 yd
Dunscar Golf ClubLongworth Lane752 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Thai Food OnlineUnit 8 Dunscar Industrial Estate599 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
High View
Eastgrove Avenue
grass pitches289 yd
Eagley Sports Complex
BLACKBURN ROAD
grass pitches, tennis courts546 yd
High Lawn Primary And Nursery School
HOLDEN AVENUE
grass pitches645 yd
Dunscar Golf Club
DUNSCAR GOLF CLUB DUNSCAR GOLF CLUB LONGWORTH LANE
golf935 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 speed61 Mbit/s
Average download speed59.8 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed200 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed200 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed19.7 Mbit/s
Average upload speed15.5 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed20 Mbit/s

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