Chatham Gardens is in Bolton and in Bolton district. BL3 5BA is located in the Rumworth 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 Chatham Gardens, Bolton, BL3 5BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL3 5AP, BL3 5AZ, BL3 5AY, BL3 6JS, BL3 5AN, BL3 5AS, BL3 6JH, BL3 5AT, BL3 5AW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BL3 5BA has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 53.6% | 49.8% | -3.8% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 46.4% | 50.2% | 3.8% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 26.8% | 33.3% | 6.5% | 37.9% | -4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.9% | 33.8% | -1.1% | 44.2% | -10.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 5.5% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 3.3% |
| Divorced | 15.8% | 17.4% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 8.3% |
| Widowed | 18.7% | 9.1% | -9.6% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (61.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.5% | 37.6% | 4.1% | 48.4% | -10.8% |
| Good health | 24.3% | 23.7% | -0.6% | 33.6% | -9.9% |
| Fair health | 25.1% | 23.7% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 11.0% |
| Bad health | 13.7% | 10.2% | -3.5% | 4.0% | 6.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 4.9% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 3.7% |
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.
In the area around BL3 5BA this area, 43.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 14.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 54.1% | 43.4% | -10.7% | 18.2% | 25.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.2% | 10% | 2.8% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.1% | 9.5% | 0.4% | 13.4% | -3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 4.1% | 3.1% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 13.1% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.1% | 14.5% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -19.3% |
| Other | 13.4% | 5.4% | -8.0% | 2.8% | 2.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 28.3% 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 | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 18.3% | 20.1% | 1.8% | 3.1% | 17.0% |
| Pakistani | 7.6% | 22.5% | 14.9% | 2.7% | 19.8% |
| Other Asian | 16.7% | 7% | -9.7% | 1.6% | 5.4% |
| Black African | 6.1% | 13.5% | 7.4% | 2.5% | 11.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.7% | 2.5% | -0.2% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 40.7% | 28.3% | -12.4% | 81.4% | -53.1% |
| Arab | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 4.9% | 4.5% | 1.6% | 3.3% |
In this area, just 48.2% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.9% | 48.2% | -10.7% | 83.2% | -35.0% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 4.1% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 9.1% | 18.4% | 9.3% | 2.7% | 15.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 27% | 28.6% | 1.6% | 5.6% | 23.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 48.2% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 32.7% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 58.9% | 48.2% | -10.7% | 83.2% | -35.0% |
| 10+ Years | 3% | 32.7% | 29.7% | 9.8% | 22.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 9.9% | 8.6% | -1.3% | 2.9% | 5.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.2% | 6.9% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 4.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 20.9% | 3.7% | -17.2% | 1.9% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.2% | 76.7% | -11.5% |
| Portugal | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 7.7% | 1.2% | 6.5% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 20.2% | 13.5% | 6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 10.6% | 37.2% | -26.6% |
| Christian | 25.7% | 46.2% | -20.5% |
| Hindu | 3.7% | 1.7% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 57.1% | 6.5% | 50.6% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 2.4% | 6.0% | -3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chatham Gardens was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Queens Park & Central 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 -15.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Chatham Gardens, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £163,500 | 2021-09-13 | £196,567 |
| 20 Chatham Gardens, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2016-08-03 | £74,767 |
BL3 5BA 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 | 47 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Other | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Education | 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 | 673 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 3,131 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor Nursery School Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 4,916 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pikes Lane Primary School Gibraltar Street , BL3 5HU | 4out of 4 | 365 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunning Hill Primary School Goldsmith Street , BL3 6TR | 4out of 4 | 630 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter and St Paul RC Primary School Pilkington Street , BL3 6HP | 3out of 4 | 633 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gilnow Primary School Gilnow Gardens , BL1 4LG | 3out of 4 | 666 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clarendon Primary School Recreation Street , BL3 6SN | 3out of 4 | 777 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Collegiate School Deane Road , BL3 5AG | 3out of 4 | 324 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Muslim Girls School Swan Lane , BL3 6TQ | 4out of 4 | 650 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| King's Leadership Academy Bolton Lever Edge Lane , Great Lever BL3 3LA | - not rated | 1,721 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Essa Academy Lever Edge Lane , BL3 3HH | 2out of 4 | 1,832 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladybridge High School New York , Junction Road BL3 4NG | 3out of 4 | 2,426 yd | Community school | 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 | 319 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Sixth Form College Town Centre Campus , Deane Road BL3 5BU | - not rated | 681 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton St Catherine's Academy Stitch MI Lane , BL2 4HU | 2out of 4 | 4,649 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Bolton Deane Road , BL3 5AB | - not rated | 538 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Jamiah Al Islamiyyah Mount St Joseph's Convent , Willows Lane BL3 4HE | - not rated | 1,192 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Bolton School Boys' Division Chorley New Road , BL1 4PA | - not rated | 1,212 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Bolton School Girls' Division Chorley New Road , BL1 4PB | - not rated | 1,347 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Bolton Islamic Girls School Weston House , Weston Street BL3 2AW | - not rated | 1,515 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somalian Cafe | Unit 6, Manchester Superstore, Cannon Street | 72 yd | |
| Arizona Joe's Limited | 137 Deane Road | 192 yd | |
| Kaspa's Desserts | 139-141 Deane Road | 192 yd | |
| Chaiiwala | 147 Deane Road | 192 yd | |
| Roman Pizzeria | 156-158 Derby Street | 216 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merkur Slots | 196 Deane Road | 280 yd | |
| Oasis Club | 104 Derby Street | 328 yd | |
| Gilnow Arms | 258 Deane Road | 406 yd | |
| Park Hotel | 259 Bridgeman Street | 666 yd | |
| Queen Elizabeth | 230 Fletcher Street | 881 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paris Express | Unit 4, Manchester Superstore, Cannon Street | 107 yd | |
| Mr Softy L477 HDB | 3 Thomas Drive | 190 yd | |
| Players | 186-188 Derby Street | 194 yd | |
| Point B | 186-188 Derby Street | 194 yd | |
| Bio Foods African Caribbean Store | Unit 11 Derby Mill, Thomas Street | 208 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl Uk Gmbh, Derby Street | 373 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Trinity Street | 695 yd | |
| Aldi | Trinity Street | 722 yd | |
| Tesco | Haslam Park Service Station, Wigan Road | 796 yd | |
| Morrisons | Blackhorse Street | 993 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| University Of Bolton Sports Centre (Closed) Deane Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 436 yd |
| Bolton Muslim Girls School SWAN LANE | 446 yd | |
| Bolton College DEANE ROAD CAMPUS DEANE ROAD CAMPUS DEANE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 528 yd |
| Bolton One MOOR LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 552 yd |
| Clarendon Primary School RECREATION STREET | artificial grass pitch | 672 yd |
| Queens Park Playing Fields SPA ROAD | grass pitches | 759 yd |
| Bolton Lads & Girls Club Spa Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 939 yd |
| Brandwood Primary School BRANDWOOD STREET | grass pitches | 1,025 yd |
| Outline Health & Fitness LEVER HOUSE LEVER HOUSE LEVER STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,030 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 77.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 21.09 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.