Fylde Street is in Bolton and in Bolton district. BL3 2QF is located in the Farnworth North 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 Fylde Street, Bolton, BL3 2QF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL4 7JU, BL3 2QB, BL4 7QB, BL4 7QE, BL3 2QH, BL3 2QA, BL3 2PZ, BL4 7QQ, BL3 2QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BL3 2QF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% | 50.5% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 46.4% | 49.5% | 3.1% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 46.2% | 41.7% | -4.5% | 37.9% | 3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.4% | 47% | 12.6% | 44.2% | 2.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 5.1% | 1.7% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 5.7% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 3.9% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 38.4% | 50.8% | 12.4% | 48.4% | 2.4% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 33.8% | -3.8% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 10.6% | -6.9% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 3.9% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 34.4% | 23.5% | -10.9% | 18.2% | 5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 14.3% | 0.5% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 11.7% | -3.7% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 1.7% | -1.4% | 5.3% | -3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 16.5% | 0.6% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.8% | 28.7% | 16.9% | 33.8% | -5.1% |
| Other | 5.6% | 3.5% | -2.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 49.7% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 27% | 37.3% | 10.3% | 2.7% | 34.6% |
| Other Asian | 4.6% | 0% | -4.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 6.3% | 6.3% | 2.5% | 3.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 63.1% | 49.7% | -13.4% | 81.4% | -31.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 71.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.3% | 71.3% | -7.0% | 83.2% | -11.9% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 8.2% | 6.3% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 19% | 17.2% | -1.8% | 5.6% | 11.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 77.9% | 71.1% | -6.8% | 83.2% | -12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 3.4% | 14.8% | 11.4% | 9.8% | 5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 2.4% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.3% | 3.3% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.6% | 8.4% | -2.2% | 1.9% | 6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.1% | 76.7% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 2.7% | 0.4% | 2.3% |
| Romania | 5.4% | 0.9% | 4.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 3.3% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
| No passport held | 7.8% | 13.5% | -5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.1% | 37.2% | -13.1% |
| Christian | 32.8% | 46.2% | -13.4% |
| Muslim | 40.4% | 6.5% | 33.9% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fylde Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Farnworth North 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 fallen by about -31.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Fylde Street, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-08-02 | £118,410 |
| 18 Fylde Street, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2012-07-06 | £94,190 |
| 20 Fylde Street, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2012-07-06 | £94,190 |
| 10 Fylde Street, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2009-12-21 | £152,345 |
| 6 Fylde Street, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2007-10-30 | £105,493 |
BL3 2QF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 student residents living in BL3 2QF area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Retired | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor Nursery School Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 1,482 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 2,555 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | 4out of 4 | 3,458 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints CofE Primary School Devon Street , Farnworth BL4 7PY | 3out of 4 | 432 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's CofE Primary School, Great Lever Green Lane , BL3 2PL | 3out of 4 | 759 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ferns Primary Academy Plodder Lane , Farnworth BL4 0DA | 3out of 4 | 1,075 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queensbridge Primary School St Germain Street , Farnworth BL4 7BL | 3out of 4 | 1,191 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Presto Street , Farnworth BL4 8AJ | - not rated | 1,337 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harper Green School Harper Green Road , Farnworth BL4 0DH | 2out of 4 | 1,091 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Lever School Church Street , Little Lever BL3 1BT | 2out of 4 | 1,408 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount St Joseph Greenland Road , Farnworth BL4 0HU | 3out of 4 | 1,523 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James's Church of England High School Lucas Road , Farnworth BL4 9RU | 4out of 4 | 1,820 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kearsley Academy Springfield Road , Kearsley BL4 8HY | 2out of 4 | 2,436 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,372 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton College Deane Road , BL3 5BG | - not rated | 3,456 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 | 4,446 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLG Bolton Concorde House , 2 Frederick Street BL4 9AL | - not rated | 1,395 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord's School Brooklyn , Green Lane BL3 2EF | - not rated | 1,592 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Islamic Girls School Weston House , Weston Street BL3 2AW | - not rated | 1,984 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Green Fold School Highfield Road , Farnworth BL4 0NS | 4out of 4 | 2,555 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbridge College Springfield Road , Kearsley BL4 8LB | - not rated | 2,638 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jone's Catering | Caravan Site, Fylde Street | 66 yd | |
| New Lime Tree Restaurant Limited | 13-15 Bolton Road | 220 yd | |
| Indali kitchen | 36 Egerton Street | 283 yd | |
| AK Grill & Curries | 74 Egerton Street | 283 yd | |
| Jonesy's Juicy Bites | The Gatehouse, Egerton Works, Egerton Street | 445 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Hotel | 4-6 Egerton Street | 180 yd | |
| Farnworth Masonic Hall | Francis Street | 322 yd | |
| The Gatehouse | The Gatehouse, Egerton Mill, Cawdor Street | 398 yd | |
| Shakespeare Public House | 1 Glynne Street | 867 yd | |
| Freemasons | 72 Market Street | 871 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jones Mobile Catering | Caravan 1, Fylde Street Caravan Park, Fylde Street | 66 yd | |
| Curry Centre | 68 Egerton Street | 283 yd | |
| ChickWick | 76 Egerton Street | 283 yd | |
| Happy Kitchen | 1 Bridgeman Street | 501 yd | |
| Greens Sanbdwich Bar | 61 Gladstone Road | 683 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Brackley Street | 1,066 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| No-Body'S Perfect (Ladies Only) (Closed) Egerton Street | health and fitness suite | 141 yd |
| Bodywise Ladies Ltd FARNWORTH HEALTH CLUB FARNWORTH HEALTH CLUB GLADSTONE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 508 yd |
| Body Zone Gym (Closed) Bolton Textile Mill Bolton Textile Mill Cawdor Street | health and fitness suite | 564 yd |
| Fern Street Playing Fields BROOK STREET | grass pitches | 679 yd |
| Doe Hey Playing Fields CAWDOR AVENUE | grass pitches | 940 yd |
| Darley Park FERN STREET | grass pitches | 952 yd |
| Hacken Lane Multi Sports Facility BOLTON LADS CLUB BOLTON LADS CLUB HACKEN LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,002 yd |
| Future Fitness HARROWBY MILL HARROWBY MILL HARROWBY STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,027 yd |
| Bolton Indians Sports Club HACKEN LANE | grass pitches | 1,037 yd |
| Farnworth Leisure Centre BRACKLEY STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,073 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 | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.