Leach Street is in Bolton and in Bolton district. BL3 6SD is located in the Queens Park & Central 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 Leach Street, Bolton, BL3 6SD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL3 6SB, BL3 6SJ, BL3 6SA, BL3 6SQ, BL3 6SW, BL3 6UL, BL3 6SN, BL3 6SG, BL3 6XL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BL3 6SD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 47.1% | 49.4% | 2.3% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 52.9% | 50.6% | -2.3% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 6SD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57% 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% | 32.8% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.5% | 57% | -0.5% | 44.2% | 12.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 3.5% | 2% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -7.1% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 6.9% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.4% | 54.8% | 7.4% | 48.4% | 6.4% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 32.9% | -1.4% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 11% | 8.1% | -2.9% | 12.7% | -4.6% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 2.9% | -3.6% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 6SD this area, 31.9% 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 21.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.1% | 31.9% | -0.2% | 18.2% | 13.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 9.5% | -8.3% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.1% | 12.5% | 1.4% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3.3% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 15.1% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.3% | 21.4% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -12.4% |
| Other | 11.5% | 6.3% | -5.2% | 2.8% | 3.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 11.7% 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 | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 70.7% | 60.7% | -10.0% | 3.1% | 57.6% |
| Pakistani | 3.7% | 17.2% | 13.5% | 2.7% | 14.5% |
| Other Asian | 4.2% | 1.5% | -2.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 4.7% | 5.2% | 0.5% | 2.5% | 2.7% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 10.5% | 11.7% | 1.2% | 81.4% | -69.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, just 48.8% 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 | 54.2% | 48.8% | -5.4% | 83.2% | -34.4% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 8.1% | 4.4% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 9.7% | 6.7% | -3.0% | 2.7% | 4.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 32.5% | 35.5% | 3.0% | 5.6% | 29.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 48.8% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 25.7% 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 | 54.2% | 49% | -5.2% | 83.2% | -34.2% |
| 10+ Years | 3.7% | 25.7% | 22.0% | 9.8% | 15.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 5% | 11.1% | 6.1% | 2.9% | 8.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 11.3% | 9.2% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 7.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 25.9% | 5% | -20.9% | 1.9% | 3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.4% | 76.7% | -12.3% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 3.5% | 0.6% | 2.9% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 5.7% | 0.4% | 5.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Other Europe | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Southern Asia | 10.4% | 1.2% | 9.2% |
| No passport held | 6.2% | 13.5% | -7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 2.2% | 37.2% | -35.0% |
| Christian | 12.6% | 46.2% | -33.6% |
| Hindu | 11.9% | 1.7% | 10.2% |
| Muslim | 71.1% | 6.5% | 64.6% |
| Not answered | 2.2% | 6.0% | -3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Leach Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Great Lever 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 -12.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Leach Street, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £91,000 | 2024-08-28 | £92,206 |
| 23 Leach Street, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2024-07-26 | £102,589 |
| 72 Leach Street, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2023-10-03 | £202,692 |
| 65 Leach Street, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2022-12-05 | £121,112 |
| 11 Leach Street, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £73,000 | 2022-07-29 | £81,195 |
BL3 6SD 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.
The percentage of student residents living in BL3 6SD 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 | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Looking after home or family | 42 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Other | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 61 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Education | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| 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 | 694 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 2,728 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor Nursery School Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 4,413 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarendon Primary School Recreation Street , BL3 6SN | 3out of 4 | 275 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter and St Paul RC Primary School Pilkington Street , BL3 6HP | 3out of 4 | 403 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunning Hill Primary School Goldsmith Street , BL3 6TR | 4out of 4 | 543 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Bridgeman CofE Primary School Rupert Street , BL3 6PY | 3out of 4 | 617 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Olive Tree Primary School Bolton Adelaide Street , Daubhill BL3 3NY | 4out of 4 | 830 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton Muslim Girls School Swan Lane , BL3 6TQ | 4out of 4 | 385 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| University Collegiate School Deane Road , BL3 5AG | 3out of 4 | 599 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Leadership Academy Bolton Lever Edge Lane , Great Lever BL3 3LA | - not rated | 1,488 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Essa Academy Lever Edge Lane , BL3 3HH | 2out of 4 | 1,609 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount St Joseph Greenland Road , Farnworth BL4 0HU | 3out of 4 | 1,972 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 604 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Sixth Form College Town Centre Campus , Deane Road BL3 5BU | - not rated | 812 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 | 4,547 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 | 601 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Islamic Girls School Weston House , Weston Street BL3 2AW | - not rated | 1,033 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Raise Education and Wellbeing School 54-56 Holmeswood Road , Great Lever BL3 3HS | - not rated | 1,355 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 | 1,465 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Lord's School Brooklyn , Green Lane BL3 2EF | - not rated | 1,542 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roccos Desserts | 89 High Street | 259 yd | |
| The Fig and Olive | 209-213 Derby Street | 269 yd | |
| Michaii | 213 Derby Street | 269 yd | |
| Syrian Pastries | 199 Derby Street | 272 yd | |
| Afghan Cuisine "N" Grill | 181 Derby Street | 275 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Hotel | 259 Bridgeman Street | 219 yd | |
| Oasis Club | 104 Derby Street | 419 yd | |
| Queen Elizabeth | 230 Fletcher Street | 437 yd | |
| Little John | 184 Lever Street | 596 yd | |
| Frame 3 Snooker | Higher Swan Lane | 763 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seabreeze | 77 High Street | 230 yd | |
| Taste | 58 High Street | 259 yd | |
| Top Nosh Meals | 199 Derby Street | 272 yd | |
| Camel One Original Ltd | 205-207 Derby Street | 275 yd | |
| Players | 186-188 Derby Street | 311 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl Uk Gmbh, Derby Street | 403 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Trinity Street | 495 yd | |
| Aldi | Trinity Street | 592 yd | |
| Morrisons | Blackhorse Street | 942 yd | |
| Morrisons Dawes Service Station | Blackhorse Street | 942 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Clarendon Primary School RECREATION STREET | artificial grass pitch | 169 yd |
| Bolton Muslim Girls School SWAN LANE | 397 yd | |
| University Of Bolton Sports Centre (Closed) Deane Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 583 yd |
| Outline Health & Fitness LEVER HOUSE LEVER HOUSE LEVER STREET | health and fitness suite | 624 yd |
| Bolton One MOOR LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 672 yd |
| Bolton College DEANE ROAD CAMPUS DEANE ROAD CAMPUS DEANE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 768 yd |
| Nugent Road Playing Fields NUGENT ROAD | grass pitches | 940 yd |
| Heartbeat Heath Club (Closed) Tannery House Tannery House Nelson Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 972 yd |
| Walkers Playing Field ARLINGTON STREET | grass pitches | 1,067 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Bolton) UNIT 3 UNIT 3 MANCHESTER ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,071 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 | 56.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 138 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.