Heathfield Drive is in Bolton and in Bolton district. BL3 3RU 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 Heathfield Drive, Bolton, BL3 3RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL3 3RY, BL3 3RX, BL3 3SA, BL3 3RW, BL3 3RJ, BL3 3QE, BL3 3QS, BL3 3QJ, BL3 3TJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BL3 3RU has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 50% | 50% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 3RU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.1% 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 | 27.4% | 30.6% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.2% | 55.1% | 3.9% | 44.2% | 10.9% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 6.4% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 6% | -4.7% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 38.7% | 44.7% | 6.0% | 48.4% | -3.7% |
| Good health | 39% | 36.3% | -2.7% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 14% | -4.5% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 4.7% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 28.2% | 20.3% | -7.9% | 18.2% | 2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 9.4% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 15% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 7.1% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.3% | 19.9% | 3.6% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.3% | 24.1% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -9.7% |
| Other | 4% | 4.1% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 5.1% | 10.8% | 5.7% | 3.1% | 7.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 7.1% | 7.1% | 2.7% | 4.4% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 2.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 92.1% | 73.1% | -19.0% | 81.4% | -8.3% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 84.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.2% | 84.6% | -8.6% | 83.2% | 1.4% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 5.3% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 7.8% | 5.7% | 5.6% | 2.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 83.1% | -9.4% | 83.2% | -0.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.4% | 7.4% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 2.9% | 1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.2% | 0.9% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.9% | 76.7% | -0.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 3.4% | 0.4% | 3.0% |
| Other EU countries | 4.6% | 1.5% | 3.1% |
| Southern Asia | 5.2% | 1.2% | 4.0% |
| No passport held | 10.2% | 13.5% | -3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 13.8% | 37.2% | -23.4% |
| Christian | 60.9% | 46.2% | 14.7% |
| Hindu | 2.8% | 1.7% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 16.6% | 6.5% | 10.1% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heathfield Drive 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. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 5.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 58 Heathfield Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2023-10-03 | £290,354 |
| 63 Heathfield Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2023-06-22 | £279,273 |
| 59 Heathfield Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2023-06-09 | £267,424 |
| 53 Heathfield Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2022-09-30 | £295,309 |
| 65 Heathfield Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2021-02-26 | £257,911 |
BL3 3RU 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | 4out of 4 | 1,518 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 2,302 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor Nursery School Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 5,251 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heathfield Primary School Henniker Road , BL3 3TP | 3out of 4 | 252 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede Academy Morris Green Lane , BL3 3LJ | 4out of 4 | 583 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Essa Primary School Lever Edge Lane , BL3 3HH | 2out of 4 | 920 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brandwood Primary School Brandwood Street , BL3 4BG | 3out of 4 | 1,264 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Olive Tree Primary School Bolton Adelaide Street , Daubhill BL3 3NY | 4out of 4 | 1,343 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essa Academy Lever Edge Lane , BL3 3HH | 2out of 4 | 924 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Leadership Academy Bolton Lever Edge Lane , Great Lever BL3 3LA | - not rated | 998 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladybridge High School New York , Junction Road BL3 4NG | 3out of 4 | 1,684 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Muslim Girls School Swan Lane , BL3 6TQ | 4out of 4 | 1,775 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| University Collegiate School Deane Road , BL3 5AG | 3out of 4 | 2,494 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton College Deane Road , BL3 5BG | - not rated | 2,490 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Sixth Form College Town Centre Campus , Deane Road BL3 5BU | - not rated | 2,840 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raise Education and Wellbeing School 54-56 Holmeswood Road , Great Lever BL3 3HS | - not rated | 1,272 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Jamiah Al Islamiyyah Mount St Joseph's Convent , Willows Lane BL3 4HE | - not rated | 1,319 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Lifebridge ASEND Armandale Road , BL3 4TP | - not rated | 1,752 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rumworth School Armadale Road , Ladybridge BL3 4TP | 4out of 4 | 1,779 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Fold School Highfield Road , Farnworth BL4 0NS | 4out of 4 | 2,302 yd | Community special school | Yes | 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 | 294 yd | |
| Julie's | 432 St Helens Road | 306 yd | |
| Shama Nazara | 284 St Helens Road | 618 yd | |
| Buttylicious | 255 St Helens Road | 651 yd | |
| Essa Primary | Essa Academy, Lever Edge Lane | 752 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morris Dancers | 14 Sapling Road | 451 yd | |
| Ellesmere Recreation Club | 24-26 Ellesmere Road | 707 yd | |
| Regent Hall | Regent Hall, Prescott Street | 1,069 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian Charcoal | 404 St Helens Road | 406 yd | |
| Hulton Fish Bar | 412 Hulton Lane | 541 yd | |
| Pizza Plus | 418 Hulton Lane | 541 yd | |
| K2 Morris Green Chippy | K2 Morris Green Chippy, 33-33a Morris Green Lane | 635 yd | |
| Machos | 250 St Helens Road | 648 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | 226 St Helens Road | 774 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hulton Lane Playing Fields THE BUNGALOW THE BUNGALOW EDGE HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 651 yd |
| Busybodies Ladies Only Gym 9-11 9-11 MORRIS GREEN LANE | health and fitness suite | 692 yd |
| Essa Academy LEVER EDGE LANE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches | 753 yd |
| Hayward Community Leisure Centre (Closed) Slack Fold Lane | 763 yd | |
| Sunnyside Park SUNNYSIDE PARK SUNNYSIDE PARK CHELSEA ROAD | grass pitches | 949 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 | 76.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 119.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.