Old Hall Street is in Kearsley, Bolton and in Bolton district. BL4 8HJ 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 Old Hall Street, Kearsley, Bolton, BL4 8HJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL4 9BS, BL4 8HN, BL4 8BW, BL4 8AY, BL4 8DB, BL4 8HW, BL4 8BN, BL4 8HQ, BL4 9BE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BL4 8HJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 55.4% | 50% | -5.4% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 44.6% | 50% | 5.4% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 35.5% | 40.6% | 5.1% | 37.9% | 2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 22.6% | 16.7% | -5.9% | 44.2% | -27.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 7.3% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 5.1% |
| Divorced | 16.9% | 23.5% | 6.6% | 9.1% | 14.4% |
| Widowed | 19% | 12% | -7.0% | 6.1% | 5.9% |
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 (62.4%) 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 | 31.6% | 29.8% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -18.6% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 32.6% | 3.5% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 24.6% | 22.8% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 10.1% |
| Bad health | 11.9% | 10.5% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 6.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 4.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 3.0% |
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 BL4 8HJ this area, 42.3% 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 12%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 48% | 42.3% | -5.7% | 18.2% | 24.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 11.5% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.3% | 12% | 0.7% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 9.8% | 7.4% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 9.8% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -7.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.5% | 12% | -0.5% | 33.8% | -21.8% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2.6% | 0.2% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 95.4% | 91.2% | -4.2% | 81.4% | 9.8% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.9% 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 | 95.8% | 90.9% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 3.9% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 90.9% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6.3% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.3% | 76.7% | -10.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 30.5% | 13.5% | 17.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.5% | 37.2% | -1.7% |
| Christian | 51.9% | 46.2% | 5.7% |
| Buddhist | 2.8% | 0.5% | 2.3% |
| Muslim | 4.9% | 6.5% | -1.6% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Hall Street 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. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 Old Hall Street, Bolton, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £152,400 | 2017-01-19 | £224,828 |
The percentage of retired residents living in BL4 8HJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor Nursery School Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 427 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 2,936 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | 4out of 4 | 4,759 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Alexandra Street , Farnworth BL4 9JT | 4out of 4 | 259 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kearsley West Primary School Primrose Street , Kearsley BL4 9BZ | 3out of 4 | 368 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John CofE Primary School, Kearsley Church Road , Kearsley BL4 8AP | 3out of 4 | 485 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Presto Street , Farnworth BL4 8AJ | - not rated | 486 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queensbridge Primary School St Germain Street , Farnworth BL4 7BL | 3out of 4 | 1,044 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 | 2out of 4 | 796 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harper Green School Harper Green Road , Farnworth BL4 0DH | 2out of 4 | 1,665 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James's Church of England High School Lucas Road , Farnworth BL4 9RU | 4out of 4 | 1,897 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Lever School Church Street , Little Lever BL3 1BT | 2out of 4 | 2,201 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount St Joseph Greenland Road , Farnworth BL4 0HU | 3out of 4 | 2,568 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton Sixth Form College Town Centre Campus , Deane Road BL3 5BU | - not rated | 4,925 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton College Deane Road , BL3 5BG | - not rated | 4,957 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 | 255 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbridge College Springfield Road , Kearsley BL4 8LB | - not rated | 1,000 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord's School Brooklyn , Green Lane BL3 2EF | - not rated | 2,900 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Fold School Highfield Road , Farnworth BL4 0NS | 4out of 4 | 2,936 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladywood School Masefield Road , Little Lever BL3 1NG | 4out of 4 | 3,161 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavenly Food & Doughnuts | 72b Higher Market Street | 137 yd | |
| Blue Cafe | 21-23 Higher Market Street | 171 yd | |
| Kabul Taste | 30 Higher Market Street | 264 yd | |
| Tea For Two | 4b Higher Market Street | 367 yd | |
| The Kitchen @ | Market Hotel, 11-15 Brackley Street | 523 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Black Horse | 59a Higher Market Street | 149 yd | |
| Lucknow Junction | 27 Higher Market Street | 171 yd | |
| The Post Office | 10 Higher Market Street | 288 yd | |
| Post Office | 10-12 Higher Market Street | 349 yd | |
| Market Hotel | Market Hotel, 11-15 Brackley Street | 523 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Corner | 86-88 Higher Market Street | 163 yd | |
| KB's Caribbean Takeaway | 52 Higher Market Street | 163 yd | |
| Dinos Pizza kebab ltd | 16 Higher Market Street | 288 yd | |
| Taj Mahal | 6 Higher Market Street | 288 yd | |
| Trojan Pizza | 14 Higher Market Street | 288 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Brackley Street | 658 yd | |
| Tesco | Longcauseway | 680 yd | |
| Lidl | Albert Road | 713 yd | |
| Licha Center | BL4, BL4 | 796 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Church Road Playing Field Church Road | grass pitches | 400 yd |
| Bradford Street Park BRADFORD STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 423 yd |
| Farnworth Leisure Centre BRACKLEY STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 698 yd |
| Kearsley Academy Leisure Centre Springfield Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 728 yd |
| Future Fitness HARROWBY MILL HARROWBY MILL HARROWBY STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,082 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.