Nook Fields is in Bolton and in Bolton district. BL2 4LN is located in the Bradshaw 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 Nook Fields, Bolton, BL2 4LN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL2 4LY, BL2 3NS, BL2 4NU, BL2 3NT, BL2 4LW, BL2 4NS, BL2 4NT, BL2 4HS, BL2 3NR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BL2 4LN, 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 | 52.2% | 52.3% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 47.8% | 47.7% | -0.1% | 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 | 23.8% | 30.6% | 6.8% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.5% | 46% | -7.5% | 44.2% | 1.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 4% | 2.1% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 14.1% | 4.9% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 6.9% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 42.2% | 48.4% | 6.2% | 48.4% | 0.0% |
| Good health | 41.3% | 33% | -8.3% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 13.3% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 4.6% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 19.8% | 11.9% | -7.9% | 18.2% | -6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 5.1% | -8.5% | 9.6% | -4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 13.7% | -3.9% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 11.9% | 7.5% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 21.8% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.5% | 32.4% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -1.4% |
| Other | 2.9% | 3.1% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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 | 2.4% | 0.3% | -2.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 96.5% | 96.8% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 97.1% | 97.4% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 97.4% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 2.6% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.4% | 76.7% | 11.7% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.4% | 37.2% | -11.8% |
| Christian | 67.6% | 46.2% | 21.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nook Fields 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 been falling year on year.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Nook Fields, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2026-02-27 | £207,726 |
| 2 Nook Fields, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2023-12-01 | £303,605 |
| 19 Nook Fields, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £257,500 | 2022-07-18 | £289,486 |
| 2 Nook Fields, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2021-10-22 | £340,294 |
| 8 Nook Fields, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2021-08-13 | £230,259 |
BL2 4LN 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 | 128 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Susan Isaacs Nursery School Vernon Street , BL1 2XN | - not rated | 3,351 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pikes Lane Nursery School Board Street , BL3 5EE | - not rated | 4,832 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | - not rated | 5,313 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elton County Nursery School Alston Street , BL8 1SB | - not rated | 5,392 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top o'th'Brow Primary School Greenroyd Avenue , Breightmet BL2 5DD | - not rated | 460 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's Church CofE Primary School, Harwood Stitch-MI-Lane , Harwood BL2 4HU | - not rated | 602 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harwood Meadows Primary School Orchard Gardens , Harwood BL2 3PS | - not rated | 660 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harwood Meadows Primary School Orchard Gardens , Harwood BL2 3PS | 3out of 4 | 660 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longsight Community Primary School Hough Fold Way , Harwood BL2 3JN | - not rated | 736 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Withins School Newby Road , Breightmet BL2 5JB | - not rated | 592 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Canon Slade School Bradshaw Brow , Bradshaw BL2 3BP | - not rated | 1,511 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canon Slade CofE School Bradshaw Brow , BL2 3BP | - not rated | 1,511 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Turton School Bromley Cross Road , Bromley Cross BL7 9LT | 3out of 4 | 2,736 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sharples School Hill Cot Road , Sharples BL1 8SN | 3out of 4 | 2,763 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 | 4,037 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton College Deane Road , BL3 5BG | - not rated | 4,404 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Bolton Sixth Form College Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JT | - not rated | 4,632 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 | 402 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton St Catherine's Academy Stitch MI Lane , Breightmet BL2 4HU | - not rated | 402 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 462 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Firwood High School Stitch MI Lane , BL2 4HU | - not rated | 462 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park School Teaching Service Roscow Fold Centre , Stephens Street BL2 5DX | - not rated | 1,547 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park School Teaching Service Chorley New Road , BL1 4QR | 3out of 4 | 1,547 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Forwards Centre Roscow Fold Centre , Stephens Street BL2 5DX | - not rated | 1,588 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lounge Cafe | Christs Church, Stitch Mi Lane | 670 yd | |
| The Village Store | 207 Longsight | 949 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Horse | White Horse, 177 Stitch Mi Lane | 400 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faithfull Cakes | BL2, BL2 | 372 yd | |
| Spar Rocket | Spar Store, 63 New Lane | 511 yd | |
| Sunny's Fish & Chips | 29-31 New Lane | 681 yd | |
| Pizza Bite | 27 Kentmere Road | 752 yd | |
| Seven Acre | 150 Winchester Way | 1,059 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bolton St Catherines Academy STITCH MI LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 337 yd |
| Bolton Open Golf Complex (Closed) Longsight Lane | golf | 529 yd |
| Bolton St Catherines Academy (Closed) Newby Road | grass pitches | 582 yd |
| Withins Leisure Centre (Closed) Newby Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 590 yd |
| Dolan Park Newby Road | grass pitches | 593 yd |
| Harwood Meadows Primary School ORCHARD GARDENS | grass pitches | 659 yd |
| Longsight Park NORTHWOOD | grass pitches | 1,040 yd |
| St Brendans Rc Primary School BROOKFOLD LANE | grass pitches | 1,070 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 94.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.