Delph Lane is in Bolton and in Bury district. BL2 5PP is located in the Radcliffe North & Ainsworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bury South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Delph Lane, Bolton, BL2 5PP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL2 5PG, BL2 5SD, BL2 5SQ, BL2 5PN, BL2 5SF, BL2 5QA, BL2 5RZ, BL2 5RX, BL2 5RU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BL2 5PP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 50.8% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 46.6% | 49.2% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 BL2 5PP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.7% 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.5% | 21.5% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -16.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.5% | 53.7% | -0.8% | 44.2% | 9.5% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 1.4% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 13.1% | 4.9% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 13.2% | 10.3% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 | 28.4% | 37.8% | 9.4% | 48.4% | -10.6% |
| Good health | 39.4% | 45.8% | 6.4% | 33.6% | 12.2% |
| Fair health | 26.3% | 11.3% | -15.0% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 4.2% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 26.8% | 18.6% | -8.2% | 18.2% | 0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.6% | 8.4% | -0.2% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 17.7% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 8.4% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 16.7% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.4% | 27.9% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -5.9% |
| Other | 5.9% | 2.3% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 96.6% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 99.2% 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 | 98.7% | 99.2% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 99.2% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.8% | 76.7% | 13.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.7% | 13.5% | -3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.9% | 37.2% | -14.3% |
| Christian | 69.5% | 46.2% | 23.3% |
| Jewish | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Delph Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Bury West 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 -26.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Delph Lane, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2025-02-28 | £221,573 |
| 20 Delph Lane, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £397,500 | 2024-07-17 | £407,059 |
| 7 Delph Lane, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2023-06-27 | £294,604 |
| 15 Delph Lane, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2023-05-18 | £365,782 |
| 25 Delph Lane, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-01-30 | £207,600 |
BL2 5PP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BL2 5PP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 87 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor Nursery School Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 5,385 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ Church Ainsworth Church of England Primary School Tommy Lane , Ainsworth BL2 5SQ | 3out of 4 | 294 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harwood Meadows Primary School Orchard Gardens , Harwood BL2 3PS | 3out of 4 | 1,561 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Lane Primary School Red Lane , Breightmet BL2 5HP | 3out of 4 | 1,573 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lowercroft Primary School Ashington Drive , BL8 2TS | 4out of 4 | 1,721 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hardy Mill Primary School Hardy Mill Road , Harwood BL2 4EF | 3out of 4 | 1,948 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Elton High School Walshaw Road , BL8 1RN | 3out of 4 | 2,914 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tottington High School Laurel Street , Tottington BL8 3LY | 3out of 4 | 3,397 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canon Slade CofE School Bradshaw Brow , Bradshaw BL2 3BP | 4out of 4 | 3,585 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Lever School Church Street , Little Lever BL3 1BT | 2out of 4 | 3,605 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Derby High School Radcliffe Road , Redvales BL9 9NH | 3out of 4 | 4,169 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross College 169 Manchester Road , BL9 9BB | - not rated | 4,750 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury College Market Street , BL9 0BG | - not rated | 4,898 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Sixth Form College Town Centre Campus , Deane Road BL3 5BU | - not rated | 5,428 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 | 1,815 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 | 1,643 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park School Teaching Service Roscow Fold Centre , Stephens Street BL2 5DX | 3out of 4 | 2,220 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Forwards Centre Roscow Fold Centre , Stephens Street BL2 5DX | 3out of 4 | 2,227 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladywood School Masefield Road , Little Lever BL3 1NG | 4out of 4 | 2,897 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birtenshaw Crompton Way , BL2 2PE | - not rated | 3,259 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casalingo | 23-23a Church Street | 383 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Duke William Inn | Duke William Inn, Well Street | 186 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zugafun Ltd | 45 Church Street | 383 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ainsworth Hall Road AINSWORTH FOOTBALL CLUB AINSWORTH FOOTBALL CLUB AINSWORTH HALL ROAD | grass pitches | 495 yd |
| Breightmet Golf Club RED LANE | golf | 1,051 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 73 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.