Zetland Avenue is in Bolton and in Bolton district. BL3 3QS is located in the Hulton 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 Zetland Avenue, Bolton, BL3 3QS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL3 3QU, BL3 3RH, BL3 3QG, BL3 3QJ, BL3 3QE, BL3 3GY, BL3 3QT, BL3 3QR, BL3 3RX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BL3 3QS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.5% 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 | 55.9% | 55.5% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 4.5% |
| Male | 44.1% | 44.5% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -4.5% |
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 | 27.7% | 37.1% | 9.4% | 37.9% | -0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.4% | 43.8% | -5.6% | 44.2% | -0.4% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 8% | -2.8% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 10% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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 (88.6%) 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 | 53.4% | 51.1% | -2.3% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 37.5% | 6.9% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 7.9% | -3.2% | 12.7% | -4.8% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 2.2% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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.
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 21.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.3% | 18.7% | -8.6% | 18.2% | 0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 8.3% | -4.1% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.3% | 16.7% | -4.6% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 9.5% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 23% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.7% | 21.4% | 7.7% | 33.8% | -12.4% |
| Other | 4% | 2.4% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Indian | 3.4% | 5.7% | 2.3% | 3.1% | 2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 94.8% | 85.4% | -9.4% | 81.4% | 4.0% |
In this area, 92.7% 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 | 96.6% | 92.7% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 4.8% | 3.6% | 5.6% | -0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 92.7% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0.3% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 76.7% | 2.9% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 18.2% | 37.2% | -19.0% |
| Christian | 69.3% | 46.2% | 23.1% |
| Hindu | 2.8% | 1.7% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 7.2% | 6.5% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Zetland Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Hulton 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. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Zetland Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2025-06-20 | £238,630 |
| 13 Zetland Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-04-08 | £179,067 |
| 17 Zetland Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £286,000 | 2023-12-11 | £306,085 |
| 5 Zetland Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £154,000 | 2023-08-11 | £170,837 |
| 15 Zetland Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2022-01-12 | £324,240 |
BL3 3QS 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | - not rated | 1,341 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pikes Lane Nursery School Board Street , BL3 5EE | - not rated | 2,084 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 2,145 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Susan Isaacs Nursery School Vernon Street , BL1 2XN | - not rated | 3,863 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater Nursery School Dobhill Street , Farnworth BL4 7DU | - not rated | 4,190 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bede Academy Morris Green Lane , BL3 3LJ | 3out of 4 | 365 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede CofE Primary School, Morris Green Morris Green Lane , BL3 3LJ | - not rated | 365 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's CofE Infant School Morris Green Lane , BL3 3LJ | - not rated | 365 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's CofE Junior School Morris Green Lane , BL3 3LJ | - not rated | 365 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Primary School Henniker Road , BL3 3TP | 3out of 4 | 485 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essa Academy Lever Edge Lane , BL3 3HH | 3out of 4 | 699 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayward School Lever Edge Lane , BL3 3HH | - not rated | 699 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Leadership Academy Bolton Freshfield Avenue , BL3 3HL | 3out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Muslim Girls School Swan Lane , BL3 6TQ | - not rated | 1,572 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Bolton Muslim Girls School Swan Lane , BL3 6TQ | - not rated | 1,572 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South College, Bolton Lever Edge Lane , BL3 3HH | - not rated | 699 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton College Deane Road , BL3 5BG | - not rated | 2,321 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Sixth Form College Town Centre Campus , Deane Road BL3 5BU | - not rated | 2,664 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Bolton Sixth Form College Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JT | - not rated | 5,221 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomasson Memorial School Lever Edge Lane , BL3 3LA | 3out of 4 | 644 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Raise Education and Wellbeing School The Quest, Brownlow Way , BL1 3UB | - not rated | 1,040 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Jamiah Al Islamiyyah Willows Lane , BL3 4HE | - not rated | 1,263 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Bolton Muslim Girls' School Swan Lane , BL3 6TQ | - not rated | 1,572 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Rumworth School Armadale Road , Ladybridge BL3 4TP | 4out of 4 | 1,898 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Bede's Community Room | Normanby Street | 144 yd | |
| Julie's | 432 St Helens Road | 343 yd | |
| Shama Nazara | 284 St Helens Road | 510 yd | |
| Buttylicious | 255 St Helens Road | 532 yd | |
| Essa Primary | Essa Academy, Lever Edge Lane | 639 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morris Dancers | 14 Sapling Road | 302 yd | |
| Ellesmere Recreation Club | 24-26 Ellesmere Road | 557 yd | |
| Regent Hall | Regent Hall, Prescott Street | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian Charcoal | 404 St Helens Road | 346 yd | |
| K2 Morris Green Chippy | K2 Morris Green Chippy, 33-33a Morris Green Lane | 495 yd | |
| Machos | 250 St Helens Road | 536 yd | |
| Siraj Curry House | Dhokia Place, 202 St Helens Road | 650 yd | |
| Hulton Fish Bar | 412 Hulton Lane | 653 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | 226 St Helens Road | 656 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Busybodies Ladies Only Gym 9-11 9-11 MORRIS GREEN LANE | health and fitness suite | 563 yd |
| Hulton Lane Playing Fields THE BUNGALOW THE BUNGALOW EDGE HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 634 yd |
| Essa Academy LEVER EDGE LANE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches | 641 yd |
| Hayward Community Leisure Centre (Closed) Slack Fold Lane | 647 yd | |
| Sunnyside Park SUNNYSIDE PARK SUNNYSIDE PARK CHELSEA ROAD | grass pitches | 800 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 | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 88.9% |
| 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 | 51.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 68.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 68.4 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.