Broadwalk is in Westhoughton, Bolton and in Bolton district. BL5 2AA is located in the Westhoughton South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolton West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Broadwalk, Westhoughton, Bolton, BL5 2AA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL5 2AH, BL5 2AB, BL5 2AD, BL5 2AF, BL5 2AE, BL5 3RH, BL5 3TN, BL5 2AG, BL5 2PQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BL5 2AA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 50.4% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 51.1% | 49.6% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 39.5% | 38.2% | -1.3% | 37.9% | 0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.1% | 38.9% | -0.2% | 44.2% | -5.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 2.5% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 13.5% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 6.2% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 36% | 50.7% | 14.7% | 48.4% | 2.3% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 26.4% | -10.5% | 33.6% | -7.2% |
| Fair health | 18.9% | 12.3% | -6.6% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 9.2% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 5.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 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.
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 20.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.1% | 27.1% | -7.0% | 18.2% | 8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.2% | 13.2% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 12.5% | -6.9% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 7% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 18.7% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.2% | 20.5% | 9.3% | 33.8% | -13.3% |
| Other | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 96.6% | 96.6% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 98% | 95.7% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 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% | 95.7% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.1% | 76.7% | -5.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 26.1% | 13.5% | 12.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.7% | 37.2% | 5.5% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broadwalk was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Westhoughton North & Hunger Hill 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 -11.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Broadwalk, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2024-04-12 | £174,153 |
| 23 Broadwalk, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2022-12-02 | £166,764 |
| 45 Broadwalk, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2022-12-01 | £260,237 |
| 14 Broadwalk, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2021-08-27 | £196,082 |
| 17 Broadwalk, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £119,500 | 2019-07-12 | £177,344 |
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 3,025 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bartholomew's CofE Primary School The Fairways , Westhoughton BL5 3NZ | 3out of 4 | 457 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eatock Primary School St George's Avenue , Daisy Hill BL5 2ER | 4out of 4 | 648 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Washacre Primary School Clough Avenue , Westhoughton BL5 2NJ | 2out of 4 | 679 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's CofE Primary School The Hoskers , Westhoughton BL5 2FB | 2out of 4 | 734 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart R.C. Primary School Central Drive , Westhoughton BL5 3DU | 4out of 4 | 1,039 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 858 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley High School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 2out of 4 | 3,027 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hindley Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | - not rated | 3,033 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Westleigh School Westleigh Lane , WN7 5NL | 1out of 4 | 3,711 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherton High School Hamilton Street , M46 0AY | 2out of 4 | 3,806 yd | Free schools | No | 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 | 763 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield High School and College Long Lane , Hindley Green WN2 4XA | 4out of 4 | 2,550 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Towers Alternative Provision Academy Leyland Park House , WN2 3RX | 4out of 4 | 4,002 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Tree Primary School Green Hall Close , Atherton M46 9HP | 4out of 4 | 4,194 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lifebridge ASEND Armandale Road , BL3 4TP | - not rated | 4,553 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday Lunch Club | Thurstons | 386 yd | |
| The China Room | 9 Pavilion Square | 470 yd | |
| It’s Sear Bar and Grill | 93 Market Street | 507 yd | |
| The Kitchen Westhoughton | 93 Market Street | 507 yd | |
| Indian ocean | 79 Market Street | 511 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bank | 75-77 Market Street | 511 yd | |
| KOO Cafe Bar Limited | 105 Market Street | 511 yd | |
| The Italian Loft Ltd | 1st Floor, 67 Market Street | 528 yd | |
| Robert Shaw | 53 Market Street | 530 yd | |
| The Beer School | 88 Market Street | 545 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wong's Takeaway Limited | 127 Wigan Road | 168 yd | |
| Man's Palace | 74-76 Wigan Road | 309 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Pavilion Square | 470 yd | |
| The Balti Taste | 89 Market Street | 511 yd | |
| Italiano Limited | 91 Market Street | 511 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | The Fairways | 340 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Cricketers Way | 362 yd | |
| Co-op | 34-40 Market Street | 613 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Stores Limited, 29 Bolton Road | 702 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westhoughton Cricket Club (Closed) The Tyldesleys The Tyldesleys Cricketers Way | grass pitches | 288 yd |
| Southfield Drive Playing Field SOUTHFIELD DRIVE | grass pitches | 338 yd |
| Mill Street Playing Field OLDFIELD CLOSE | grass pitches | 372 yd |
| St Bartholomew'S Cofe Primary School The Fairways | grass pitches | 491 yd |
| Westhoughton Cricket Club ST. GEORGES OVAL ST. GEORGES OVAL CAPPADOCIA WAY | grass pitches | 592 yd |
| The Den CUNNINGHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 779 yd |
| Westhoughton Community Leisure Centre BOLTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 788 yd |
| St George'S C Of E Primary School CAPPADOCIA WAY | grass pitches | 796 yd |
| Westhoughton Central Park Central Drive | grass pitches, tennis courts | 833 yd |
| Fc Westhoughton Central Drive | grass pitches | 1,041 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 | 97.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.8% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 212.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.