Stone Hill Road is in Farnworth, Bolton and in Bolton district. BL4 9XY is located in the Farnworth South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolton South East. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stone Hill Road, Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 9XY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BL4 9XY 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 | 52.3% | 49.4% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 47.7% | 50.6% | 2.9% | 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 BL4 9XY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.5% 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 | 19.7% | 29.5% | 9.8% | 37.9% | -8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.7% | 53.5% | -7.2% | 44.2% | 9.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 5.6% | -1.0% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 9.7% | -1.2% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
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 | 41.5% | 46.2% | 4.7% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 36.2% | 0.6% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 12.4% | -4.1% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 4% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.7% | 17% | -5.7% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 12.6% | -0.8% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 17.6% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 9.2% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.7% | 15.1% | -1.6% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 21% | 26.3% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -7.5% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.8% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.6% | 99.8% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 18.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 99% 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% | 99% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 98.8% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.2% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.1% | 76.7% | 15.4% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 7.2% | 13.5% | -6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.5% | 37.2% | -10.7% |
| Christian | 70.5% | 46.2% | 24.3% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 2.2% | 6.0% | -3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stone Hill 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 been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delivery Office Stone Hill Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £1,250,000 | 2014-12-17 | £2,037,109 |
BL4 9XY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 retired residents living in BL4 9XY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 130 |
| Full-Time Employee | 118 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor Nursery School Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 1,101 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 2,896 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | 4out of 4 | 5,028 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 | 554 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kearsley West Primary School Primrose Street , Kearsley BL4 9BZ | 3out of 4 | 672 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Walkden Primary School Worsley Road North , Walkden M28 3QD | 3out of 4 | 801 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John CofE Primary School, Kearsley Church Road , Kearsley BL4 8AP | 3out of 4 | 1,168 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 | 1,178 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 508 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St James's Church of England High School Lucas Road , Farnworth BL4 9RU | 4out of 4 | 1,888 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harper Green School Harper Green Road , Farnworth BL4 0DH | 2out of 4 | 1,927 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lowry Academy Hilton Lane , Worsley M28 0SY | - not rated | 2,350 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount St Joseph Greenland Road , Farnworth BL4 0HU | 3out of 4 | 2,836 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 | 5,341 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Sixth Form College Town Centre Campus , Deane Road BL3 5BU | - not rated | 5,349 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 | 711 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Bolton Concorde House , 2 Frederick Street BL4 9AL | - not rated | 929 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Fold School Highfield Road , Farnworth BL4 0NS | 4out of 4 | 2,896 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord's School Brooklyn , Green Lane BL3 2EF | - not rated | 3,247 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladywood School Masefield Road , Little Lever BL3 1NG | 4out of 4 | 3,815 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thira Restaurant | 69 Worsley Road | 496 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd | Longcauseway | 618 yd | |
| Jacobs Butty Bar | 130 Worsley Road North | 636 yd | |
| Heavenly Food & Doughnuts | 72b Higher Market Street | 804 yd | |
| Blue Cafe | 21-23 Higher Market Street | 849 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vulcan Inn | 94 Worsley Road North | 636 yd | |
| Bridgewater Hotel | 27 Buckley Lane | 760 yd | |
| The Black Horse | 59a Higher Market Street | 833 yd | |
| Lucknow Junction | 27 Higher Market Street | 849 yd | |
| The Post Office | 10 Higher Market Street | 934 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon House | 103 Longcauseway | 677 yd | |
| Paradiso Pizza | 222 Albert Road | 788 yd | |
| Riahan Indian Tandoori | 220 Albert Road | 788 yd | |
| Pizza Corner | 86-88 Higher Market Street | 826 yd | |
| KB's Caribbean Takeaway | 52 Higher Market Street | 826 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Longcauseway | 618 yd | |
| Licha Center | BL4, BL4 | 967 yd | |
| Lidl | Albert Road | 1,086 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kearsley Academy Leisure Centre Springfield Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 403 yd |
| Bradford Street Park BRADFORD STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 457 yd |
| South Avenue Playing Fields SOUTH AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,051 yd |
| Church Road Playing Field Church Road | grass pitches | 1,085 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.