Amberley Close is in Bolton and in Bolton district. BL3 4NJ is located in the Heaton, Lostock & Chew Moor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolton West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Amberley Close, Bolton, BL3 4NJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL3 4NP, BL3 4NL, BL3 4NR, BL3 4NE, BL3 4NH, BL3 4QG, BL3 4NN, BL3 4NW, BL3 4NF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BL3 4NJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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 | 55.8% | 52.3% | -3.5% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 44.2% | 47.7% | 3.5% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
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 4NJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.8% 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 | 17.4% | 23% | 5.6% | 37.9% | -14.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.2% | 55.8% | -8.4% | 44.2% | 11.6% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 4% | 6% | 2.0% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 14.4% | 13.8% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 7.7% |
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 | 36.6% | 48.7% | 12.1% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 26% | -12.4% | 33.6% | -7.6% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 18.1% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 5.4% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 6.8% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 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 | 20.9% | 20.5% | -0.4% | 18.2% | 2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7% | 6% | -1.0% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 12.1% | 0.2% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 8.8% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 17.2% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.3% | 31.6% | -4.7% | 33.8% | -2.2% |
| Other | 5.5% | 3.7% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 59.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 23% | 22.6% | 3.1% | 19.9% |
| Pakistani | 3.1% | 11.7% | 8.6% | 2.7% | 9.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 91.5% | 59.2% | -32.3% | 81.4% | -22.2% |
| Arab | 1.8% | 3.8% | 2.0% | 0.6% | 3.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 78.2% 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 | 92.9% | 78.2% | -14.7% | 83.2% | -5.0% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 3.4% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 15.4% | 12.3% | 5.6% | 9.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.1% | 78.2% | -12.9% | 83.2% | -5.0% |
| 10+ Years | 3.1% | 13.5% | 10.4% | 9.8% | 3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 3% | -1.9% | 1.9% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.9% | 76.7% | 4.2% |
| Spain | 1.9% | 0.4% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.1% |
| Southern Asia | 3.4% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9% | 13.5% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 14.2% | 37.2% | -23.0% |
| Christian | 46.1% | 46.2% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 5.6% | 1.7% | 3.9% |
| Muslim | 30% | 6.5% | 23.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Amberley Close was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Heaton, Lostock & Chew Moor 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 slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Amberley Close, Bolton, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £112,691 | 2026-03-23 | £112,691 |
| 6 Amberley Close, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2025-01-24 | £428,528 |
| 12 Amberley Close, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-07-03 | £331,304 |
| 10 Amberley Close, Bolton, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2023-11-10 | £399,015 |
| 5 Amberley Close, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2023-10-20 | £343,609 |
BL3 4NJ 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 retired residents living in BL3 4NJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pikes Lane Nursery School Board Street , BL3 5EE | - not rated | 1,818 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | - not rated | 1,839 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Susan Isaacs Nursery School Vernon Street , BL1 2XN | - not rated | 3,311 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 3,964 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ladybridge Community Primary School Broadford Road , Deane BL3 4NB | 3out of 4 | 362 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School, Deane Edale Road , Deane BL3 4QP | 4out of 4 | 422 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernard's RC Primary School, Bolton Wendover Drive , Ladybridge BL3 4RX | 3out of 4 | 612 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaumont Primary School Wendover Drive , Ladybridge BL3 4RX | - not rated | 681 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haslam Park Primary School Wigan Road , BL3 5QL | 3out of 4 | 1,053 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ladybridge High School New York , Junction Road BL3 4NG | 3out of 4 | 454 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deane School New York , Junction Road BL3 4NG | - not rated | 476 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Muslim Girls School Swan Lane , BL3 6TQ | - not rated | 2,225 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Bolton Muslim Girls School Swan Lane , BL3 6TQ | - not rated | 2,225 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| University Collegiate School 85 Deane Road , The Stoller Building BL3 5AG | - not rated | 2,326 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 | 2,317 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South College, Bolton Lever Edge Lane , BL3 3HH | - not rated | 2,376 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Sixth Form College Town Centre Campus , Deane Road BL3 5BU | - not rated | 2,653 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Bolton Sixth Form College Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JT | - not rated | 3,886 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Wanderers Free School Macron Stadium , Burnden Way BL6 6JW | - not rated | 4,864 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rumworth School Armadale Road , Ladybridge BL3 4TP | 4out of 4 | 386 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Jamiah Al Islamiyyah Willows Lane , BL3 4HE | - not rated | 1,011 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Clevelands Prep School 425 Chorley New Road , BL1 5DH | - not rated | 1,309 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock Park School Tempest Road , Lostock BL6 4EL | - not rated | 1,722 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton School Infant & Nursery School Chorley New Road , Bolton BL1 4PA | - not rated | 1,743 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lagan Restaurant | 2 Broadgate | 396 yd | |
| Trufflez | 382 Wigan Road | 445 yd | |
| Pukka Fried Chicken Dessert Bolton | 502 Wigan Road | 512 yd | |
| Original Chaat | 351 Wigan Road | 595 yd | |
| K's Grill | 331 Wigan Road | 605 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deane Golf Club | Broadford Road | 217 yd | |
| Beaumont Arms | The Beaumont Arms, Armadale Road | 353 yd | |
| Kings Head | 52-54 Junction Road | 387 yd | |
| The Vulcan | 10-12 Junction Road | 584 yd | |
| The Qanne Limited | The Queen Anne, 25 Junction Road | 584 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smashville | Unit 3C, Horsfield Street | 516 yd | |
| Taste of China | 523 Wigan Road | 554 yd | |
| Bangla Kitchen | 294 Wigan Road | 603 yd | |
| Sou's Takeaway | 359 Wigan Road | 605 yd | |
| Imperial kitchen | 242 Deane Church Lane | 974 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Londis (Wigan Rd) | 442 Wigan Road | 444 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Wigan Road | 483 yd | |
| Co-op | 383 Wigan Road | 485 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Deane Golf Club Ltd BROADFORD ROAD | golf | 217 yd |
| Ladybridge High School NEW YORK | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 445 yd |
| Ladybridge Community Centre LADYBRIDGE COMMUNITY CENTRE LADYBRIDGE COMMUNITY CENTRE BEAUMONT DRIVE | 486 yd | |
| Bolton Olympic Wrestling Club WIGAN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 526 yd |
| Beaumont Primary School WENDOVER DRIVE | grass pitches | 681 yd |
| Haslam Park WIGAN ROAD | grass pitches | 993 yd |
| Ladybridge Lane PLAYING FIELDS AND PREMISES ON PLAYING FIELDS AND PREMISES ON LADYBRIDGE LANE | grass pitches | 1,068 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 | 83.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 101.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.