Manchester Road is in Over Hulton, Bolton and in Bolton district. BL5 1BD is located in the Westhoughton North & Hunger Hill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolton West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Manchester Road, Over Hulton, Bolton, BL5 1BD 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 BL5 1BD has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 54% | 49% | -5.0% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 46% | 51% | 5.0% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 | 22.8% | 34.4% | 11.6% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.8% | 47.9% | -14.9% | 44.2% | 3.7% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 8.2% | 2.9% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 7.1% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 | 51.2% | 49.7% | -1.5% | 48.4% | 1.3% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 32.9% | 1.1% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 13.1% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.5% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 16.9% | 16.1% | -0.8% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 11.1% | -5.5% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 13.5% | -4.6% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5.9% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 18.5% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.4% | 31.4% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -2.4% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.5% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 3.1% | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 97.7% | 93.2% | -4.5% | 81.4% | 11.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 97.9% | 97.5% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 97.5% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91% | 76.7% | 14.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.8% | 13.5% | -5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.6% | 37.2% | -16.6% |
| Christian | 71.4% | 46.2% | 25.2% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Manchester Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Heaton, Lostock & Chew Moor 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 stayed broadly stable by about -1.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 722 Manchester Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2019-07-31 | £479,698 |
| 708 Manchester Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £144,000 | 2018-11-23 | £221,379 |
| 712 Manchester Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2014-05-12 | £261,065 |
| 716 Manchester Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2013-06-24 | £425,039 |
| 722 Manchester Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £201,500 | 2012-08-10 | £387,860 |
BL5 1BD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 110 |
| Retired | 100 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Other | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | 4out of 4 | 3,975 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Orchards Nursery School Lower Orchards , Highfield Road BL4 0RA | 3out of 4 | 4,510 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 5,430 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas CofE Primary School Molyneux Road , Westhoughton BL5 3HP | 3out of 4 | 746 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Washacre Primary School Clough Avenue , Westhoughton BL5 2NJ | 2out of 4 | 1,914 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart R.C. Primary School Central Drive , Westhoughton BL5 3DU | 4out of 4 | 1,927 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE Primary School, Over Hulton Crescent Avenue , Over Hulton BL5 1EN | 3out of 4 | 1,939 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gates Primary School Bristle Hall Way , Westhoughton BL5 3QA | 3out of 4 | 2,161 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westhoughton High School Bolton Road , Westhoughton BL5 3BZ | 3out of 4 | 1,649 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladybridge High School New York , Junction Road BL3 4NG | 3out of 4 | 2,400 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherton High School Hamilton Street , M46 0AY | 2out of 4 | 3,528 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Essa Academy Lever Edge Lane , BL3 3HH | 2out of 4 | 3,538 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Leadership Academy Bolton Lever Edge Lane , Great Lever BL3 3LA | - not rated | 3,628 yd | Free schools | 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 | 4,831 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Sixth Form College Town Centre Campus , Deane Road BL3 5BU | - not rated | 5,197 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Aspire Hub, Bolton Dalton House , 33 Leigh Road BL5 2JE | - not rated | 1,697 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lifebridge ASEND Armandale Road , BL3 4TP | - not rated | 2,413 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rumworth School Armadale Road , Ladybridge BL3 4TP | 4out of 4 | 2,487 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Tree Primary School Green Hall Close , Atherton M46 9HP | 4out of 4 | 2,727 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Jamiah Al Islamiyyah Mount St Joseph's Convent , Willows Lane BL3 4HE | - not rated | 3,353 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosa | 646 Manchester Road | 278 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Mercury Filling Station, Manchester Road | 676 yd | |
| Wilby's coffee co | Wilby's coffee, 29 Barnfield Drive | 1,014 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chequerbent Recreation Ground | grass pitches | 384 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 | 45 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.