David Brow is in Bolton and in Bolton district. BL3 3TW 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 David Brow, Bolton, BL3 3TW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL3 3TN, BL3 3SG, BL3 3TY, BL3 3TZ, BL3 3SQ, BL3 3SU, BL3 3SE, BL3 4LJ, BL3 4LR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BL3 3TW is primarily male, with 54.8% of the population 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 | 51% | 45.2% | -5.8% | 51.0% | -5.8% |
| Male | 49% | 54.8% | 5.8% | 49.0% | 5.8% |
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 3TW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.2% 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 | 30.9% | 36.5% | 5.6% | 37.9% | -1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51% | 51.2% | 0.2% | 44.2% | 7.0% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 2.7% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 4.8% | -4.1% | 9.1% | -4.3% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 4.8% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 | 50.4% | 57.6% | 7.2% | 48.4% | 9.2% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 26.1% | -6.0% | 33.6% | -7.5% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 11.7% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2.5% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 20.8% | 22.2% | 1.4% | 18.2% | 4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 9.9% | -5.9% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 10.2% | -7.2% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 3.8% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 20.8% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.6% | 27% | 10.4% | 33.8% | -6.8% |
| Other | 10.4% | 6.1% | -4.3% | 2.8% | 3.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 34.1% 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% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 26.4% | 45.5% | 19.1% | 3.1% | 42.4% |
| Pakistani | 4% | 10.9% | 6.9% | 2.7% | 8.2% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.3% | 0.5% | -1.8% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 58.7% | 34.1% | -24.6% | 81.4% | -47.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 2.9% | 1.8% | -1.1% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 80.2% 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 | 82.2% | 80.2% | -2.0% | 83.2% | -3.0% |
| European Union | 2% | 1.8% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 13.2% | 15.7% | 2.5% | 5.6% | 10.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 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 | 82.2% | 80.2% | -2.0% | 83.2% | -3.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 12.7% | 11.0% | 9.8% | 2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.6% | 1.3% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.5% | 3.6% | -5.9% | 1.9% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 4.8% | 1.2% | 3.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 9.4% | 13.5% | -4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 8.6% | 37.2% | -28.6% |
| Christian | 24.4% | 46.2% | -21.8% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 59.9% | 6.5% | 53.4% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around David Brow 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 fallen by about -6.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 David Brow, Bolton, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £2,000 | 2024-03-22 | £2,078 |
| 2 David Brow, Bolton, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £226,000 | 2024-01-11 | £231,101 |
| 1 David Brow, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2023-11-15 | £227,231 |
| 4 David Brow, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2006-10-30 | £482,877 |
BL3 3TW 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.
The percentage of student residents living in BL3 3TW 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 | 98 |
| Part-Time Employee | 54 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | 4out of 4 | 1,911 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 2,665 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 | 228 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede Academy Morris Green Lane , BL3 3LJ | 4out of 4 | 1,050 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE Primary School, Over Hulton Crescent Avenue , Over Hulton BL5 1EN | 3out of 4 | 1,204 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School, Deane Edale Road , Deane BL3 4QP | 4out of 4 | 1,300 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Essa Primary School Lever Edge Lane , BL3 3HH | 2out of 4 | 1,395 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 | 1,396 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Leadership Academy Bolton Lever Edge Lane , Great Lever BL3 3LA | - not rated | 1,475 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladybridge High School New York , Junction Road BL3 4NG | 3out of 4 | 1,495 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Muslim Girls School Swan Lane , BL3 6TQ | 4out of 4 | 2,205 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| University Collegiate School Deane Road , BL3 5AG | 3out of 4 | 2,862 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 | 2,857 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Sixth Form College Town Centre Campus , Deane Road BL3 5BU | - not rated | 3,217 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 | 1,531 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Lifebridge ASEND Armandale Road , BL3 4TP | - not rated | 1,559 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rumworth School Armadale Road , Ladybridge BL3 4TP | 4out of 4 | 1,603 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Raise Education and Wellbeing School 54-56 Holmeswood Road , Great Lever BL3 3HS | - not rated | 1,750 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Fold School Highfield Road , Farnworth BL4 0NS | 4out of 4 | 2,665 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Julie's | 432 St Helens Road | 460 yd | |
| Park Cake Bakeries Staff Canteen | Park Cakes, Bella Street | 726 yd | |
| St Bede's Community Room | Normanby Street | 764 yd | |
| Shama Nazara | 284 St Helens Road | 952 yd | |
| Buttylicious | 255 St Helens Road | 1,008 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over Hulton Conservative Club Ltd | St Helens Road | 721 yd | |
| Morris Dancers | 14 Sapling Road | 921 yd | |
| Red Lion | 1-3 Salford Road | 929 yd | |
| Hulton Arms | 2 Newbrook Road | 1,052 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hulton Fish Bar | 412 Hulton Lane | 230 yd | |
| Pizza Plus | 418 Hulton Lane | 230 yd | |
| Canadian Charcoal | 404 St Helens Road | 690 yd | |
| Machos | 250 St Helens Road | 985 yd | |
| K2 Morris Green Chippy | K2 Morris Green Chippy, 33-33a Morris Green Lane | 1,046 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hulton Lane Playing Fields THE BUNGALOW THE BUNGALOW EDGE HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 748 yd |
| Busybodies Ladies Only Gym 9-11 9-11 MORRIS GREEN LANE | health and fitness suite | 1,070 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.