Lancaster Drive is in Little Lever, Bolton and in Bolton district. BL3 1XF is located in the Little Lever & Darcy Lever electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolton South East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lancaster Drive, Little Lever, Bolton, BL3 1XF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL3 1XH, BL3 1XG, BL3 1XL, BL3 1XE, BL3 1XJ, BL3 1XQ, BL3 1XD, BL3 1XN, BL3 1PU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BL3 1XF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% 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 | 49.4% | 52.4% | 3.0% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 50.6% | 47.6% | -3.0% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 BL3 1XF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.8% 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 | 32% | 28.1% | -3.9% | 37.9% | -9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.8% | 61.8% | 5.0% | 44.2% | 17.6% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 6% | 5.6% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
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 (85.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 56.6% | 48.5% | -8.1% | 48.4% | 0.1% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 37.2% | 2.5% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 6.3% | 12.9% | 6.6% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 14.8% | 19.2% | 4.4% | 18.2% | 1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 11.2% | -5.6% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 15.2% | -4.8% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 6.4% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16% | 22.4% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.6% | 23.2% | -0.4% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 4% | 2.4% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.2% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 3.1% | 4.2% | 1.1% | 3.1% | 1.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 1.9% | 0.6% | -1.3% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 91.6% | 91.2% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 9.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 94.7% | 93.5% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 2.8% | 1.3% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 3.9% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 93.5% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 4.9% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.9% | 76.7% | 14.2% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.4% | 13.5% | -6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.1% | 37.2% | -2.1% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 3.2% | 1.7% | 1.5% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lancaster Drive was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Little Lever & Darcy Lever 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 lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% 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 Lancaster Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2025-09-05 | £237,578 |
| 30 Lancaster Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-05-16 | £219,787 |
| 17 Lancaster Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-03-22 | £242,109 |
| 21 Lancaster Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £252,500 | 2022-12-20 | £275,681 |
| 34 Lancaster Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2020-12-09 | £276,846 |
BL3 1XF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 120 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Transport and storage | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor Nursery School and Day Care Centre Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 2,820 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater Nursery School Dobhill Street , Farnworth BL4 7DU | - not rated | 3,090 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 5,211 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Susan Isaacs Nursery School Vernon Street , BL1 2XN | - not rated | 5,259 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elton County Nursery School Alston Street , BL8 1SB | - not rated | 5,415 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Masefield Primary School Masefield Road , Little Lever BL3 1NG | - not rated | 365 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Masefield Infant School Masefield Road , Little Lever BL3 1NG | - not rated | 365 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Masefield Primary School Masefield Road , Little Lever BL3 1NG | 3out of 4 | 365 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Little Lever Norris Street , Little Lever BL3 1BQ | 3out of 4 | 834 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's RC Primary School a Voluntary Academy Redcar Road , Little Lever BL3 1EN | 3out of 4 | 977 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Lever School Church Street , Little Lever BL3 1BT | 3out of 4 | 1,252 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Lever School Church Street , Little Lever BL3 1BT | - not rated | 1,252 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Radcliffe Riverside School Abden Street , Radcliffe M26 3AT | - not rated | 2,727 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Withins School Newby Road , Breightmet BL2 5JB | - not rated | 3,152 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Star Radcliffe Academy Spring Lane , M26 2SZ | - not rated | 3,404 yd | Free schools | 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 | 4,889 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton College Deane Road , BL3 5BG | - not rated | 5,138 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 | 3,342 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton St Catherine's Academy Stitch MI Lane , Breightmet BL2 4HU | - not rated | 3,342 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ladywood School Masefield Road , Little Lever BL3 1NG | 4out of 4 | 365 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladywood School Masefield Road , Little Lever BL3 1NG | - not rated | 365 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Moss Fixed Inclusion Centre , Falkirk Drive BL2 6NW | - not rated | 1,386 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Breightmet School Milnthorpe Road , Breightmet BL2 6PD | - not rated | 2,103 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Forwards Centre Roscow Fold Centre , Stephens Street BL2 5DX | - not rated | 2,488 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cramonds at Henighans | 71 Lever Street | 536 yd | |
| The Lounge Cafe | Unit 9, 7-9 Lever Street | 576 yd | |
| The Village Cafe Bistro | 60 Market Street | 679 yd | |
| Subway Market Street | 21 Market Street | 687 yd | |
| Cube Desserts | 15 Market Street | 726 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Lever Cricket Club | Victory Road | 431 yd | |
| Henighans | Horse Shoe Inn, 71 Lever Street | 536 yd | |
| Little Lever Working Mens Club | Victory Road | 580 yd | |
| The New Inn | 56 Church Street | 674 yd | |
| Hardy Hall | 51-53 Church Street | 757 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belly Busters | 98a Bradley Lane | 605 yd | |
| Village Chippy | 36 Market Street | 679 yd | |
| Fratelli | 19 Market Street | 687 yd | |
| Hanah's Pantry | 93 Market Street | 687 yd | |
| Turkish Grill | 31 Market Street | 693 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Crossley Street | 449 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Masefield School MASEFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 361 yd |
| Little Lever Cricket Club VICTORY ROAD | grass pitches | 429 yd |
| Phoenix Health & Fitness Centre UNIT 19-21 UNIT 19-21 RADCLIFFE MOOR ROAD | health and fitness suite | 795 yd |
| Dobbies Sports And Social Club Pitches BRADLEY FOLD ROAD | grass pitches | 888 yd |
| Mytham Primary School MYTHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 986 yd |
| Little Lever Sports Club Mytham Road | grass pitches | 1,061 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 | 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 177.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.