Fellbridge Close is in Westhoughton, Bolton and in Bolton district. BL5 3UD 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 Fellbridge Close, Westhoughton, Bolton, BL5 3UD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL5 3UA, BL5 3HP, BL5 3UB, BL5 3HE, BL5 3GG, BL5 3UQ, BL5 3EU, BL5 3UY, BL5 3EX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BL5 3UD 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 | 50.4% | 50.4% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 49.6% | 49.6% | 0.0% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of BL5 3UD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58% 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 | 23.3% | 24.3% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -13.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.9% | 58% | -6.9% | 44.2% | 13.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 8.9% | 2.7% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 7.2% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 | 54.4% | 43.1% | -11.3% | 48.4% | -5.3% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 40% | 7.3% | 33.6% | 6.4% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 12.7% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 3.1% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 12.4% | 11.8% | -0.6% | 18.2% | -6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 10.8% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 13.4% | -6.1% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 9.5% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 16.3% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.9% | 34.3% | 2.4% | 33.8% | 0.5% |
| Other | 2.1% | 3.9% | 1.8% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.5% | 94.1% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 97.5% | 96.1% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 3.1% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 96.1% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 2.5% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 76.7% | 11.8% |
| North Africa | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.3% | 37.2% | -16.9% |
| Christian | 72.4% | 46.2% | 26.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fellbridge Close 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 fallen by about -53.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Fellbridge Close, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-07-29 | £174,401 |
| 40 Fellbridge Close, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-11-30 | £157,353 |
| 27 Fellbridge Close, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2022-07-27 | £189,085 |
| 26 Fellbridge Close, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £242,000 | 2022-05-30 | £279,091 |
| 48 Fellbridge Close, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2020-12-01 | £209,671 |
BL5 3UD 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 BL5 3UD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 120 |
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Education | 27 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 25 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Other | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 4,571 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | 4out of 4 | 4,843 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 | 273 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart R.C. Primary School Central Drive , Westhoughton BL5 3DU | 4out of 4 | 927 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Washacre Primary School Clough Avenue , Westhoughton BL5 2NJ | 2out of 4 | 1,164 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gates Primary School Bristle Hall Way , Westhoughton BL5 3QA | 3out of 4 | 1,257 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bartholomew's CofE Primary School The Fairways , Westhoughton BL5 3NZ | 3out of 4 | 1,396 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 | 693 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladybridge High School New York , Junction Road BL3 4NG | 3out of 4 | 3,035 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherton High School Hamilton Street , M46 0AY | 2out of 4 | 3,772 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Essa Academy Lever Edge Lane , BL3 3HH | 2out of 4 | 4,510 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC High School Chorley New Road , Horwich BL6 6HW | 2out of 4 | 4,558 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 802 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lifebridge ASEND Armandale Road , BL3 4TP | - not rated | 3,028 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rumworth School Armadale Road , Ladybridge BL3 4TP | 4out of 4 | 3,097 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Tree Primary School Green Hall Close , Atherton M46 9HP | 4out of 4 | 3,432 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield High School and College Long Lane , Hindley Green WN2 4XA | 4out of 4 | 4,083 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amore | 338 Manchester Road | 395 yd | |
| Rosa | 646 Manchester Road | 728 yd | |
| Aspens @ Westhoughton High School | Westhoughton High County Secondary School, Bolton Road | 778 yd | |
| Westhoughton Community Hub | Westhoughton Community Hub, Central Drive | 874 yd | |
| Karen's Little Kitchen | 9a Market Street | 1,039 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Horse Tavern | 259 Bolton Road | 518 yd | |
| Rose and Crown | 222 Bolton Road | 527 yd | |
| Westhoughton Sports & Social | Park Road | 934 yd | |
| Victoria Inn | 27 Market Street | 1,039 yd | |
| White Lion Hotel | 2 Market Street | 1,049 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilby's coffee co | Wilby's coffee, 29 Barnfield Drive | 51 yd | |
| Subway | Mercury Filling Station, Manchester Road | 368 yd | |
| Charlies Fish & Chips | 149 Bolton Road | 700 yd | |
| Tuck In | 5 Park Road | 884 yd | |
| Pasha Turkish Grill | 3 Market Street | 1,039 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Stores Limited, 29 Bolton Road | 902 yd | |
| Co-op | 34-40 Market Street | 1,049 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chequerbent Recreation Ground | grass pitches | 632 yd |
| Westhoughton Community Leisure Centre BOLTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 778 yd |
| Fc Westhoughton Central Drive | grass pitches | 924 yd |
| Westhoughton Central Park Central Drive | grass pitches, tennis courts | 936 yd |
| Lostock Sports Club CHEW MOOR LANE | grass pitches | 988 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 | 58.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 136.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.