Tilside Grove is in Lostock, Bolton and in Bolton district. BL6 4BX is located in the Heaton, Lostock & Chew Moor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolton West. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tilside Grove, Lostock, Bolton, BL6 4BX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL6 4ED, BL6 4PF, BL6 4DG, BL6 4DA, BL6 4DQ, BL6 4PG, BL6 4PE, BL6 4PQ, BL6 4PL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BL6 4BX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51.4% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 47.4% | 48.6% | 1.2% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 BL6 4BX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.6% 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 | 16.5% | 18.5% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -19.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.5% | 67.6% | -2.9% | 44.2% | 23.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 4.2% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -4.9% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 7.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50% | 59.2% | 9.2% | 48.4% | 10.8% |
| Good health | 37.7% | 29.6% | -8.1% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 7.6% | 8% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -4.7% |
| Bad health | 4% | 2.3% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 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.
In the area around BL6 4BX this area, 7.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 55.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.2% | 7.4% | -1.8% | 18.2% | -10.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 5.4% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 11.7% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 3.1% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 14% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 52.9% | 55.6% | 2.7% | 33.8% | 21.8% |
| Other | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 71.2% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 7% | 22% | 15.0% | 3.1% | 18.9% |
| Pakistani | 3.6% | 4.2% | 0.6% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 88.1% | 71.2% | -16.9% | 81.4% | -10.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 87.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.4% | 87.4% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 4.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6% | 10.4% | 4.4% | 5.6% | 4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 92.1% | 87.4% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 4.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 11.7% | 11.7% | 9.8% | 1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.3% | 0.3% | -7.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.5% | 76.7% | 18.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 2.6% | 13.5% | -10.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 16.2% | 37.2% | -21.0% |
| Christian | 57.5% | 46.2% | 11.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 13% | 1.7% | 11.3% |
| Muslim | 10.1% | 6.5% | 3.6% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 1.6% | 6.0% | -4.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tilside Grove 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.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Tilside Grove, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2020-08-24 | £645,229 |
| 1 Tilside Grove, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2004-02-04 | £812,125 |
| 2 Tilside Grove, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2003-05-09 | £867,364 |
| 1 Tilside Grove, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2001-02-20 | £868,022 |
| 2 Tilside Grove, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, a newly built property | £140,000 | 1996-10-24 | £688,545 |
BL6 4BX 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 BL6 4BX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pikes Lane Nursery School Board Street , BL3 5EE | - not rated | 3,825 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alexandra Nursery School Martha Street , Daubhill BL3 4AH | - not rated | 4,046 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Susan Isaacs Nursery School Vernon Street , BL1 2XN | - not rated | 4,789 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lostock Primary School Glengarth Drive , Lostock BL6 4PS | 4out of 4 | 488 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lostock Primary School Glengarth Drive , Lostock BL6 4PS | - not rated | 488 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaumont Primary School Wendover Drive , Ladybridge BL3 4RX | - not rated | 1,608 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernard's RC Primary School, Bolton Wendover Drive , Ladybridge BL3 4RX | 3out of 4 | 1,664 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladybridge Community Primary School Broadford Road , Deane BL3 4NB | 3out of 4 | 1,869 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ladybridge High School New York , Junction Road BL3 4NG | 3out of 4 | 2,143 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deane School New York , Junction Road BL3 4NG | - not rated | 2,221 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC High School Sefton Lane , Horwich BL6 6HW | - not rated | 2,390 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westhoughton High School Bolton Road , Westhoughton BL5 3BZ | 2out of 4 | 3,630 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Smithills School Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JS | - not rated | 4,192 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton Wanderers Free School Macron Stadium , Burnden Way BL6 6JW | - not rated | 2,674 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Bolton Sixth Form College Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JT | - not rated | 4,266 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton College Deane Road , BL3 5BG | - not rated | 4,325 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South College, Bolton Lever Edge Lane , BL3 3HH | - not rated | 4,552 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton Sixth Form College Town Centre Campus , Deane Road BL3 5BU | - not rated | 4,601 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lostock Park School Tempest Road , Lostock BL6 4EL | - not rated | 787 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clevelands Prep School 425 Chorley New Road , BL1 5DH | - not rated | 1,628 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rumworth School Armadale Road , Ladybridge BL3 4TP | 4out of 4 | 2,067 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Jamiah Al Islamiyyah Willows Lane , BL3 4HE | - not rated | 3,231 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Bolton School Infant & Nursery School Chorley New Road , Bolton BL1 4PA | - not rated | 3,254 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regent Park Golf Club | Links Road | 520 yd | |
| Medirest Healthcare Compass Group at Beaumont Hospital | Old Hall Clough | 588 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tempest United AFC | Tempest Road | 785 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lostock Tennis Club REGENT ROAD | tennis courts | 240 yd |
| Regent Park Golf Course LINKS ROAD | golf | 447 yd |
| Meadow Hill Tennis Club CHORLEY NEW ROAD | tennis courts | 984 yd |
| Ladybridge Football Club (Tempest Road) ELLONBY RISE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,040 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.