Sandhole Road is in Kearsley, Bolton and in Bolton district. BL4 8QN 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 Sandhole Road, Kearsley, Bolton, BL4 8QN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL4 8QW, BL4 8QZ, BL4 8QJ, BL4 8QP, BL4 8NZ, BL4 8PA, BL4 8QQ, BL4 8PE, BL4 8JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BL4 8QN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 51.3% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 47.3% | 48.7% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 32.8% | 41.3% | 8.5% | 37.9% | 3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.1% | 38.1% | -11.0% | 44.2% | -6.1% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 12.5% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 6.4% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 42.9% | 44.5% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -3.9% |
| Good health | 40.4% | 37.9% | -2.5% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 12.8% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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.
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 17%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.8% | 23.4% | -6.4% | 18.2% | 5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 12.4% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 16% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 9.6% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 18.1% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 17% | -0.4% | 33.8% | -16.8% |
| Other | 3.4% | 3.5% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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 | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 94.4% | 94.6% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 96.2% | 96.7% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 96.7% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0.3% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89% | 76.7% | 12.3% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.5% | 37.2% | -3.7% |
| Christian | 59.3% | 46.2% | 13.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sandhole Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Farnworth South average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ranch Cottage Sandhole Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2007-06-01 | £662,620 |
| Ranch Cottage Sandhole Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2003-04-15 | £452,089 |
| Full-Time Employee | 107 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| 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 | 1,583 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater Nursery School Dobhill Street , Farnworth BL4 7DU | - not rated | 2,400 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Magnalls Fold Community Nursery Centre Mayfield Avenue , Worsley M28 3JF | - not rated | 2,792 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Hulton Community Nursery Centre Longshaw Drive , Worsley M28 0BD | - not rated | 3,681 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 4,486 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Stephen's CofE Primary School Bent Spur Road , Kearsley BL4 8PB | 3out of 4 | 132 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Spindle Point Primary School Moss Lane , Kearsley BL4 8SE | 3out of 4 | 851 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Saviour CofE Primary School, Ringley Fold Road , Radcliffe M26 1EU | 3out of 4 | 1,141 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prestolee Primary School Church Road , Stoneclough M26 1HJ | - not rated | 1,170 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prestolee Primary School Church Road , Stoneclough M26 1HJ | 4out of 4 | 1,170 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,141 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| George Tomlinson School Springfield Road , Kearsley BL4 8HY | - not rated | 1,141 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ambrose Barlow RC High School 37 Ash Drive , Wardley M27 9QP | 3out of 4 | 2,465 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wardley High School Mardale Avenue , Wardley M27 3QP | - not rated | 2,525 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Lever School Church Street , Little Lever BL3 1BT | 3out of 4 | 2,942 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 | 3,321 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodbridge College Springfield Road , Kearsley BL4 8LB | - not rated | 979 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Bolton Concorde House , 2 Frederick Street BL4 9AL | - not rated | 1,771 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Centre South King Street , Farnworth Youth Centre BL4 7AP | - not rated | 2,168 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fixed Exclusion Unit George Street , Farnworth BL4 9RJ | - not rated | 3,015 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladywood School Masefield Road , Little Lever BL3 1NG | 4out of 4 | 3,250 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patrao | 215 Manchester Road | 224 yd | |
| Corner Cafe | 18 Manchester Road | 300 yd | |
| The Spread Eagle | 313 Manchester Road | 634 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kearsley Social Club | 58 Manchester Road | 136 yd | |
| Coopers Taverns (The Moss Rose) | Moss Rose Inn, 1 Manchester Road | 246 yd | |
| Kearsley Cricket Club | Springfield Road | 576 yd | |
| Kwality Hotel Limited | Hare And Hounds, 13 Market Street | 812 yd | |
| Market Street Tavern | 131 Market Street | 902 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Village | 22 Manchester Road | 136 yd | |
| The New Shabna Tandoori | 44-46 Manchester Road | 136 yd | |
| Top Chef | 211 Manchester Road | 229 yd | |
| Golden Crown | 2-4 Kearsley Mount Precinct | 373 yd | |
| Essano | 223 Manchester Road | 505 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 212 Manchester Road | 373 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Stephens C Of E (Kearsley Moor) Primary School BENT SPUR ROAD | grass pitches | 127 yd |
| Kearsley Cricket Club SPRINGFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 426 yd |
| South Avenue Playing Fields SOUTH AVENUE | grass pitches | 601 yd |
| Brook Street STONECLOUGH ROAD | grass pitches | 775 yd |
| Manor Golf Course (Closed) Moss Lane | golf | 832 yd |
| Kearsley Golf Driving Range MOSS LANE | golf | 832 yd |
| Manor Five Football Centre MOSS LANE | artificial grass pitch | 978 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.41 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.41 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.