The Crescent is in Bolton and in Bolton district. BL2 4EH is located in the Bradshaw 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 The Crescent, Bolton, BL2 4EH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL2 4EA, BL2 4EB, BL2 4ED, BL2 4FN, BL2 4EE, BL2 4DZ, BL2 3LT, BL2 3JG, BL2 4DY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BL2 4EH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% 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 | 53.1% | 52.5% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 46.9% | 47.5% | 0.6% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 | 27.3% | 32.8% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49% | 37% | -12.0% | 44.2% | -7.2% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 16.4% | 8.8% | 9.1% | 7.3% |
| Widowed | 14.6% | 11.6% | -3.0% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
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 | 40.2% | 40.2% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 37.7% | 36.5% | -1.2% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 17.4% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 5.9% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
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 | 20.2% | 20.2% | 0.0% | 18.2% | 2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 8% | -5.6% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 5.9% | -11.8% | 13.4% | -7.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 9% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 18.6% | 2.9% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.3% | 35.6% | 10.3% | 33.8% | 1.8% |
| Other | 3% | 2.7% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| White | 99.2% | 98.2% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 96.7% | 96.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 96.3% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.7% | 76.7% | 11.0% |
| Germany | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.6% | 37.2% | -3.6% |
| Christian | 61.4% | 46.2% | 15.2% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Crescent was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Bradshaw average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 The Crescent, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-09-15 | £177,186 |
| 9 The Crescent, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,500 | 2003-05-23 | £390,283 |
| 9 The Crescent, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,500 | 2003-05-23 | £390,283 |
| 11 The Crescent, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2002-05-09 | £276,686 |
| 9 The Crescent, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £40,000 | 1999-01-29 | £200,186 |
BL2 4EH 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 BL2 4EH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 69 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Brendan's RC Primary School, Harwood, Bolton Brookfold Lane , Harwood BL2 4DZ | 4out of 4 | 137 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hardy Mill Primary School Hardy Mill Road , Harwood BL2 4EF | 3out of 4 | 346 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harwood Meadows Primary School Orchard Gardens , Harwood BL2 3PS | 3out of 4 | 826 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Maxentius CofE Primary School New Heys Way , Bradshaw BL2 4AE | 3out of 4 | 1,063 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Columba's RC Primary School Ripley Street , Tonge Moor BL2 3AR | 4out of 4 | 1,741 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canon Slade CofE School Bradshaw Brow , Bradshaw BL2 3BP | 4out of 4 | 1,611 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Turton School Bromley Cross Road , Bromley Cross BL7 9LT | 3out of 4 | 2,309 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sharples School Hill Cot Road , Sharples BL1 8SN | 3out of 4 | 2,757 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tottington High School Laurel Street , Tottington BL8 3LY | 3out of 4 | 3,745 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Boys' School Bolton Wolfenden Street , BL1 3QE | 4out of 4 | 3,749 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | 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 | 4,859 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton College Deane Road , BL3 5BG | - not rated | 5,224 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 | 1,244 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Firwood High School Stitch MI Lane , BL2 4HU | 3out of 4 | 1,131 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birtenshaw Crompton Way , BL2 2PE | - not rated | 1,885 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birtenshaw Darwen Road , Bromley Cross BL7 9AB | 3out of 4 | 2,209 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park School Teaching Service Roscow Fold Centre , Stephens Street BL2 5DX | 3out of 4 | 2,459 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Forwards Centre Roscow Fold Centre , Stephens Street BL2 5DX | 3out of 4 | 2,498 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village Store | 207 Longsight | 202 yd | |
| Baci | 1 Arthur Lane | 917 yd | |
| The Lounge Cafe | Christs Church, Stitch Mi Lane | 933 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grey Mare Inn | Grey Mare, 154 Tottington Road | 740 yd | |
| Seven Stars | 157 Lea Gate | 860 yd | |
| White Horse | White Horse, 177 Stitch Mi Lane | 968 yd | |
| House Without a Name | 75-77 Lea Gate | 1,047 yd | |
| Bradshaw Conservative Club | Lea Gate | 1,047 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Pantry | 51 Longsight | 541 yd | |
| Bill & Coo Ltd | 2-4 The Hillock, Longsight | 761 yd | |
| Thai Kitchen | 115 Lea Gate | 860 yd | |
| Chaes Chips | 121-123 Lea Gate | 860 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Lea Gate | 868 yd | |
| Morrisons Petrol Station | Lea Gate | 868 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Brendans Rc Primary School BROOKFOLD LANE | grass pitches | 199 yd |
| Harwood Meadows Primary School ORCHARD GARDENS | grass pitches | 770 yd |
| Bolton Open Golf Complex (Closed) Longsight Lane | golf | 849 yd |
| Harwood Golf Club ROADING BROOK ROAD | golf | 1,040 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 | 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.