Vigo Avenue is in Bolton and in Bolton district. BL3 3TE 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 Vigo Avenue, Bolton, BL3 3TE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL3 3SZ, BL3 3TF, BL3 3RR, BL3 3TG, BL3 3QD, BL3 3TH, BL3 3RP, BL3 3TB, BL3 3QY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BL3 3TE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 50.6% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 50.5% | 49.4% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 3TE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.1% 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 | 33.2% | 31.4% | -1.8% | 37.9% | -6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.7% | 56.1% | 4.4% | 44.2% | 11.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 5.4% | -2.3% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 4.7% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 44.1% | 55.2% | 11.1% | 48.4% | 6.8% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 29.5% | -7.3% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 11.1% | -3.4% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.4% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 22.7% | 21.3% | -1.4% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 12.4% | -1.9% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 12.7% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.8% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 16.8% | 1.1% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 22% | 27.1% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -6.7% |
| Other | 5.2% | 3.8% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 41.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 21.8% | 22.7% | 0.9% | 3.1% | 19.6% |
| Pakistani | 12.9% | 28.5% | 15.6% | 2.7% | 25.8% |
| Other Asian | 3.2% | 1.2% | -2.0% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 58.9% | 41.1% | -17.8% | 81.4% | -40.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 68% 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 | 81.7% | 68% | -13.7% | 83.2% | -15.2% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 6.5% | 6.0% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 3.9% | 1.2% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 14.2% | 21.4% | 7.2% | 5.6% | 15.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.2% | 67.8% | -13.4% | 83.2% | -15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 13.2% | 12.4% | 9.8% | 3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 6.3% | 5.0% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 14% | 9.1% | -4.9% | 1.9% | 7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.4% | 76.7% | -1.3% |
| Germany | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.7% |
| Italy | 3.9% | 0.6% | 3.3% |
| Spain | 4.1% | 0.4% | 3.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 5.8% | 1.2% | 4.6% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 13.7% | 37.2% | -23.5% |
| Christian | 25% | 46.2% | -21.2% |
| Hindu | 2.9% | 1.7% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 54.8% | 6.5% | 48.3% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Vigo 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. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Vigo Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2024-11-29 | £147,686 |
| 4 Vigo Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-11-29 | £166,281 |
| 5 Vigo Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2023-03-03 | £193,924 |
| 21 Vigo Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £181,500 | 2022-03-16 | £213,203 |
| 7 Vigo Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2021-11-12 | £185,724 |
BL3 3TE 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 | 98 |
| Looking after home or family | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Other | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 47 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | 4out of 4 | 1,195 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 2,634 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor Nursery School Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 5,420 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 | 579 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede Academy Morris Green Lane , BL3 3LJ | 4out of 4 | 585 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brandwood Primary School Brandwood Street , BL3 4BG | 3out of 4 | 863 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School, Deane Edale Road , Deane BL3 4QP | 4out of 4 | 956 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ethelbert's RC Primary School Melbourne Road , Deane BL3 5RL | 3out of 4 | 1,003 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 2out of 4 | 1,085 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Leadership Academy Bolton Lever Edge Lane , Great Lever BL3 3LA | - not rated | 1,105 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladybridge High School New York , Junction Road BL3 4NG | 3out of 4 | 1,330 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Muslim Girls School Swan Lane , BL3 6TQ | 4out of 4 | 1,524 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| University Collegiate School Deane Road , BL3 5AG | 3out of 4 | 2,124 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 | 2,119 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Sixth Form College Town Centre Campus , Deane Road BL3 5BU | - not rated | 2,481 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Jamiah Al Islamiyyah Mount St Joseph's Convent , Willows Lane BL3 4HE | - not rated | 824 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Raise Education and Wellbeing School 54-56 Holmeswood Road , Great Lever BL3 3HS | - not rated | 1,347 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lifebridge ASEND Armandale Road , BL3 4TP | - not rated | 1,396 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rumworth School Armadale Road , Ladybridge BL3 4TP | 4out of 4 | 1,407 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Bolton Deane Road , BL3 5AB | - not rated | 2,317 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shama Nazara | 284 St Helens Road | 240 yd | |
| Julie's | 432 St Helens Road | 287 yd | |
| Buttylicious | 255 St Helens Road | 310 yd | |
| Desi Brunch | 211 St Helens Road | 462 yd | |
| St Bede's Community Room | Normanby Street | 464 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morris Dancers | 14 Sapling Road | 527 yd | |
| Ellesmere Recreation Club | 24-26 Ellesmere Road | 650 yd | |
| Regent Hall | Regent Hall, Prescott Street | 706 yd | |
| The Qanne Limited | The Queen Anne, 25 Junction Road | 1,011 yd | |
| The Vulcan | 10-12 Junction Road | 1,011 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian Charcoal | 404 St Helens Road | 105 yd | |
| Machos | 250 St Helens Road | 271 yd | |
| Butt Karahi | 230 St Helens Road | 392 yd | |
| Siraj Curry House | Dhokia Place, 202 St Helens Road | 401 yd | |
| K2 Morris Green Chippy | K2 Morris Green Chippy, 33-33a Morris Green Lane | 423 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | 226 St Helens Road | 392 yd | |
| Co-op | 383 Wigan Road | 949 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Wigan Road | 959 yd | |
| Londis (Wigan Rd) | 442 Wigan Road | 989 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hulton Lane Playing Fields THE BUNGALOW THE BUNGALOW EDGE HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 219 yd |
| Busybodies Ladies Only Gym 9-11 9-11 MORRIS GREEN LANE | health and fitness suite | 386 yd |
| Brandwood Primary School BRANDWOOD STREET | grass pitches | 837 yd |
| Sunnyside Park SUNNYSIDE PARK SUNNYSIDE PARK CHELSEA ROAD | grass pitches | 885 yd |
| Bolton Olympic Wrestling Club WIGAN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 921 yd |
| Hayward Community Leisure Centre (Closed) Slack Fold Lane | 961 yd | |
| Essa Academy LEVER EDGE LANE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches | 966 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 144.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.