Chorley New Road is in Horwich, Bolton and in Bolton district. BL6 5PP is located in the Horwich North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolton West. This postcode has been in use since 1985-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chorley New Road, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 5PP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL6 5PR, BL6 6DP, BL6 5PW, BL6 5PL, BL6 5PS, BL6 5NY, BL6 5UD, BL6 5PT, BL6 6DR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BL6 5PP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 51.6% | 49.5% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 48.4% | 50.5% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 | 26.1% | 39.5% | 13.4% | 37.9% | 1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.5% | 28.5% | -3.0% | 44.2% | -15.7% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 4.1% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 16.8% | 17.4% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 8.3% |
| Widowed | 20.7% | 10.5% | -10.2% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 24.4% | 36.2% | 11.8% | 48.4% | -12.2% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 34.7% | -2.9% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 24.4% | 17.6% | -6.8% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 11.3% | 7% | -4.3% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 4.5% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 3.3% |
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 5PP this area, 28.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.2% | 28.1% | -12.1% | 18.2% | 9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 7% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 17% | 4.0% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.2% | 8.2% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.4% | 15.2% | 9.8% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 22.2% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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 | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 94.8% | 97.5% | 2.7% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
In this area, 92.5% 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 | 98.6% | 92.5% | -6.1% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 3.5% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 92.9% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 1% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.4% | 76.7% | -2.3% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 3% | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.6% | 13.5% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.8% | 37.2% | -2.4% |
| Christian | 57.6% | 46.2% | 11.4% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chorley New Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Horwich North 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 -33.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 347 Chorley New Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2024-01-24 | £152,215 |
| 333 Chorley New Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2023-02-23 | £187,006 |
| 345 Chorley New Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2023-01-30 | £109,410 |
| 347 Chorley New Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2019-09-27 | £157,051 |
| 333 Chorley New Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £139,000 | 2018-06-20 | £213,386 |
BL6 5PP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 59 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chorley New Road Primary Academy Chorley New Road , Horwich BL6 6EW | - not rated | 672 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's RC Primary School Victoria Road , Horwich BL6 6EP | 4out of 4 | 680 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horwich Parish CofE Primary School Church Street , Horwich BL6 6AA | 3out of 4 | 768 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's CofE Primary School Greenstone Avenue , Horwich BL6 5SJ | 3out of 4 | 856 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Primary School Peter Martin Street , Horwich BL6 7AL | 1out of 4 | 1,162 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's RC High School Chorley New Road , Horwich BL6 6HW | 2out of 4 | 1,362 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rivington and Blackrod High School Rivington Lane , Horwich BL6 7RU | 3out of 4 | 2,125 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lever Park School Stocks Park Drive , Horwich BL6 6DE | 3out of 4 | 408 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cumberland School Rivington Lane , Rivington BL6 7RX | - not rated | 2,310 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clevelands Prep School 425 Chorley New Road , Bolton BL1 5DH | - not rated | 5,041 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boxd Horwich Ltd | 347 Chorley New Road | 2 yd | |
| Chesters Horwich | 264-266 Chorley New Road | 107 yd | |
| Namma Ooru Dosa | 212 Chorley New Road | 319 yd | |
| Horwich Golf Club | Victoria Road | 360 yd | |
| Horwich S/STN | 427 Chorley New Road | 398 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horwich RMI Club | Ramsbottom Road | 338 yd | |
| Bank Top Brewery Ale House | 36 Church Street | 771 yd | |
| Bridge Hotel | Bridge Inn, 121 Church Street | 776 yd | |
| Sam's Bar | 28 Lee Lane | 799 yd | |
| Crux Emporium | 45 Lee Lane | 906 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clove Indian Takeaway | 335 Chorley New Road | 2 yd | |
| Italiano pizza | 337 Chorley New Road | 2 yd | |
| Megs Cakes | 341 Chorley New Road | 14 yd | |
| Century City | 306 Chorley New Road | 92 yd | |
| A1 Chip Stop | 280 Chorley New Road | 107 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Mason Street | 697 yd | |
| Co-op | 567 Chorley New Road | 721 yd | |
| Co-op | 75-81 Winter Hey Lane | 833 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 72-76 Lee Lane | 968 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jays Gym (Bolton) (Closed) Portman Mill Portman Mill Telford Street | health and fitness suite | 353 yd |
| Lever Park School STOCKS PARK DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 357 yd |
| Horwich Rmi Cricket Club RAMSBOTTOM ROAD | grass pitches | 368 yd |
| Horwich Golf Club Victoria Road | golf | 371 yd |
| Chorley New Road Primary School CHORLEY NEW ROAD | grass pitches | 578 yd |
| Horwich Leisure Centre (Closed) Victoria Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 595 yd |
| Horwich Leisure Centre HORWICH LEISURE CENTRE HORWICH LEISURE CENTRE VICTORIA ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 670 yd |
| Jays Gym (Bolton) (Closed) New Brunswick Street | health and fitness suite | 769 yd |
| St Catherines School GREENSTONE AVENUE | 963 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 | 77.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 73.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.