Church Road is in Kearsley, Bolton and in Bolton district. BL4 8BT is located in the Kearsley 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 Church Road, Kearsley, Bolton, BL4 8BT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL4 8BU, BL4 8DP, BL4 8DW, BL4 8DR, BL4 8DY, BL4 8BY, BL4 8DN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BL4 8BT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 51% | -1.7% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 47.3% | 49% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around BL4 8BT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.4% | 48.3% | 7.9% | 37.9% | 10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.3% | 24.1% | -12.2% | 44.2% | -20.1% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 6.9% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 4.7% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 12.6% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 8% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 (70.5%) 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 | 37.7% | 39.1% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -9.3% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 31.4% | -3.9% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 18.8% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 9.2% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 5.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 BL4 8BT this area, 31.6% 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 16.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.7% | 31.6% | -1.1% | 18.2% | 13.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 13.2% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 15.5% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 8% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 11.5% | -3.7% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.9% | 16.7% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -17.1% |
| Other | 5.8% | 3.4% | -2.4% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.9% | 0.5% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| White | 95.7% | 89.4% | -6.3% | 81.4% | 8.0% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 2.4% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 91.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.6% | 91.8% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 3.4% | 2.4% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 91.8% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 2.9% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.6% | 76.7% | -9.1% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 29% | 13.5% | 15.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42% | 37.2% | 4.8% |
| Christian | 50.7% | 46.2% | 4.5% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Farnworth North 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 much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 230 Church Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £171,000 | 2025-12-01 | £171,776 |
| 216 Church Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2025-03-07 | £252,474 |
| 224 Church Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £4,000 | 2024-04-03 | £4,099 |
| 226 Church Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-09-02 | £131,786 |
| 206 Church Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2021-04-21 | £99,431 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor Nursery School and Day Care Centre Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 442 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater Nursery School Dobhill Street , Farnworth BL4 7DU | - not rated | 1,283 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Magnalls Fold Community Nursery Centre Mayfield Avenue , Worsley M28 3JF | - not rated | 3,162 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hulton Community Nursery Centre Longshaw Drive , Worsley M28 0BD | - not rated | 3,489 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 3,620 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John CofE Primary School, Kearsley Church Road , Kearsley BL4 8AP | - not rated | 461 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Church of England Primary School, Farnworth Church Road , Kearsley BL4 8AP | 3out of 4 | 461 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Presto Street , Farnworth BL4 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 544 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's RC Primary School, Farnworth, Bolton Presto Street , Farnworth BL4 8AJ | - not rated | 544 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kearsley West Primary School Primrose Street , Kearsley BL4 9BZ | 3out of 4 | 671 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kearsley Academy Springfield Road , Kearsley BL4 8HY | 3out of 4 | 1,131 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| George Tomlinson School Springfield Road , Kearsley BL4 8HY | - not rated | 1,131 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Lever School Church Street , Little Lever BL3 1BT | 3out of 4 | 1,789 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Lever School Church Street , Little Lever BL3 1BT | - not rated | 1,789 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harper Green School Harper Green Road , Farnworth BL4 0DH | 3out of 4 | 2,219 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salford College Worsley Campus , Walkden Road M28 7QD | - not rated | 3,941 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South College, Bolton Lever Edge Lane , BL3 3HH | - not rated | 4,782 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Sixth Form College Town Centre Campus , Deane Road BL3 5BU | - not rated | 5,167 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton College Deane Road , BL3 5BG | - not rated | 5,250 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLG Bolton Concorde House , 2 Frederick Street BL4 9AL | - not rated | 746 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Centre South King Street , Farnworth Youth Centre BL4 7AP | - not rated | 1,074 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbridge College Springfield Road , Kearsley BL4 8LB | - not rated | 1,222 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fixed Exclusion Unit George Street , Farnworth BL4 9RJ | - not rated | 2,187 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladywood School Masefield Road , Little Lever BL3 1NG | 4out of 4 | 2,500 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Cafe | 21-23 Higher Market Street | 657 yd | |
| Heavenly Food & Doughnuts | 72b Higher Market Street | 692 yd | |
| Kabul Taste | 30 Higher Market Street | 704 yd | |
| Tea For Two | 4b Higher Market Street | 731 yd | |
| Dolce Coffee & Dessert Ltd | 137 Market Street | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Black Horse | 59a Higher Market Street | 647 yd | |
| Lucknow Junction | 27 Higher Market Street | 657 yd | |
| The Post Office | 10 Higher Market Street | 716 yd | |
| Kwality Hotel Limited | Hare And Hounds, 13 Market Street | 724 yd | |
| Post Office | 10-12 Higher Market Street | 735 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Corner | 86-88 Higher Market Street | 694 yd | |
| KB's Caribbean Takeaway | 52 Higher Market Street | 694 yd | |
| Dinos Pizza kebab ltd | 16 Higher Market Street | 716 yd | |
| Taj Mahal | 6 Higher Market Street | 716 yd | |
| Trojan Pizza | 14 Higher Market Street | 716 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Brackley Street | 1,081 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Church Road Playing Field Church Road | grass pitches | 587 yd |
| Brook Street STONECLOUGH ROAD | grass pitches | 647 yd |
| Darley Park FERN STREET | grass pitches | 832 yd |
| Fern Street Playing Fields BROOK STREET | grass pitches | 1,026 yd |
| Kearsley Cricket Club SPRINGFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,084 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 22.01 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 22.01 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.3 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.