Red Lane is in Bolton and in Bolton district. BL2 5HN is located in the Breightmet 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 Red Lane, Bolton, BL2 5HN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL2 5LU, BL2 5NA, BL2 5NB, BL2 5HW, BL2 5LT, BL2 5HR, BL2 5NP, BL2 5HB, BL2 5NT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BL2 5HN has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.2% of the population 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 | 53.5% | 57.2% | 3.7% | 51.0% | 6.2% |
| Male | 46.5% | 42.8% | -3.7% | 49.0% | -6.2% |
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 | 32.4% | 34.5% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.8% | 40.9% | -3.9% | 44.2% | -3.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 10.3% | -2.1% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 12.3% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 6.2% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.4% | 35.2% | -5.2% | 48.4% | -13.2% |
| Good health | 29.4% | 32.2% | 2.8% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 22.5% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 9.8% |
| Bad health | 8.9% | 6.4% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 3.8% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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.
In the area around BL2 5HN this area, 30% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.9% | 30% | -4.9% | 18.2% | 11.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 14% | 0.3% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 16.5% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 5% | -1.6% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 15.5% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.6% | 16% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -17.8% |
| Other | 3.7% | 3% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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 | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| White | 96.1% | 97% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 95% | 94.9% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 94.9% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.2% | 76.7% | 1.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 20.2% | 13.5% | 6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.1% | 37.2% | -6.1% |
| Christian | 60.9% | 46.2% | 14.7% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Red Lane 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. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 1.9%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 188 Red Lane, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2025-03-28 | £144,409 |
| 200 Red Lane, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-10-10 | £251,186 |
| 198 Red Lane, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2022-08-31 | £256,972 |
| 200 Red Lane, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-02-12 | £221,439 |
| 202 Red Lane, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £164,000 | 2017-10-06 | £255,006 |
The percentage of retired residents living in BL2 5HN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 65 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor Nursery School Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 4,841 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | 4out of 4 | 5,228 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lane Primary School Red Lane , Breightmet BL2 5HP | 3out of 4 | 225 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leverhulme Community Primary School Breightmet Drive , Breightmet BL2 6EE | 3out of 4 | 1,074 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harwood Meadows Primary School Orchard Gardens , Harwood BL2 3PS | 3out of 4 | 1,146 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| SS Osmund and Andrew's R.C. Primary School Falkirk Drive , BL2 6NW | 3out of 4 | 1,416 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackshaw Primary School Bideford Drive , Breightmet BL2 6TE | 3out of 4 | 1,600 yd | Community 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 | 2,652 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Lever School Church Street , Little Lever BL3 1BT | 2out of 4 | 3,042 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sharples School Hill Cot Road , Sharples BL1 8SN | 3out of 4 | 3,879 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Boys' School Bolton Wolfenden Street , BL1 3QE | 4out of 4 | 3,910 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Turton School Bromley Cross Road , Bromley Cross BL7 9LT | 3out of 4 | 3,948 yd | Community school | 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 | 4,088 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton College Deane Road , BL3 5BG | - not rated | 4,439 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 | 812 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 | 817 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park School Teaching Service Roscow Fold Centre , Stephens Street BL2 5DX | 3out of 4 | 909 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Forwards Centre Roscow Fold Centre , Stephens Street BL2 5DX | 3out of 4 | 925 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birtenshaw Crompton Way , BL2 2PE | - not rated | 2,080 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladywood School Masefield Road , Little Lever BL3 1NG | 4out of 4 | 2,885 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thrive 24 Ltd | Unit 1, Meadow Business Park, Meadow Lane | 621 yd | |
| KFC | Meadow Lane | 832 yd | |
| Greggs Meadow | Meadows Service Station, 1041 Bury Road | 912 yd | |
| The Lounge Cafe | Christs Church, Stitch Mi Lane | 1,007 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Withins | Breightmet Fold Lane | 516 yd | |
| The Withins | The Withins, Breightmet Fold Lane | 647 yd | |
| Breightmet United Football Club | Bury Road | 831 yd | |
| Henighans Eat and Drink | 1043 Bury Road | 896 yd | |
| Henighans | 1043 Bury Road | 912 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Bite | 27 Kentmere Road | 540 yd | |
| ZumuSushi Bolton | 812 Bury Road | 789 yd | |
| Sea Breeze | 852 Bury Road | 789 yd | |
| Seven Acre | 150 Winchester Way | 790 yd | |
| Big Al's Street Kitchen | 818 Bury Road | 791 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Breightmet Fold Lane | 516 yd | |
| Morrisons | Bury Road | 786 yd | |
| Go Local | 836-838 Bury Road | 792 yd | |
| Nisa Local | 687 Bury Road | 911 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Breightmet Golf Club RED LANE | golf | 300 yd |
| Red Lane Primary School RED LANE | grass pitches | 328 yd |
| Withins Leisure Centre (Closed) Newby Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 718 yd |
| Bolton St Catherines Academy (Closed) Newby Road | grass pitches | 783 yd |
| Dolan Park Newby Road | grass pitches | 789 yd |
| Moss Park (Breightmet United Fc) TWISSE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 908 yd |
| Bolton St Catherines Academy STITCH MI LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 954 yd |
| Leverhulme Cp School Breightmet Drive | grass pitches | 985 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 116.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.