Inveraray Avenue is in Blackrod, Bolton and in Bolton district. BL6 5UQ is located in the Horwich South & Blackrod electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolton West. This postcode has been in use since 2018-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Inveraray Avenue, Blackrod, Bolton, BL6 5UQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL6 5UP, BL6 5UJ, BL6 5US, BL6 5JG, BL6 5JW, BL6 5DE, BL6 5ET, BL6 5JQ, BL6 5EU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BL6 5UQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 50.7% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 48.2% | 49.3% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around BL6 5UQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.1% | 47.6% | 16.5% | 37.9% | 9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.8% | 36.2% | -9.6% | 44.2% | -8.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.7% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 7.2% | -3.5% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 5.3% | -5.8% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 | 38.3% | 55.3% | 17.0% | 48.4% | 6.9% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 29.1% | -3.7% | 33.6% | -4.5% |
| Fair health | 19.7% | 12.4% | -7.3% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 2.2% | -5.5% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.2% | 21.3% | -12.9% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.3% | 10.6% | -10.7% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.6% | 13.3% | 1.7% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 6.1% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 16.8% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.2% | 30.3% | 20.1% | 33.8% | -3.5% |
| Other | 9.3% | 1.6% | -7.7% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.6% | 96.9% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 99.6% | 97.4% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 97.4% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -9.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.9% | 76.7% | 7.2% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.8% | 37.2% | 2.6% |
| Christian | 54.8% | 46.2% | 8.6% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Inveraray Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Horwich South & Blackrod 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 risen by about 24.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Inveraray Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2024-07-23 | £299,620 |
| 52 Inveraray Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-05-24 | £189,941 |
| 17 Inveraray Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-03-05 | £317,066 |
| 58 Inveraray Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2022-10-28 | £138,879 |
| 1 Inveraray Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2022-10-05 | £387,184 |
BL6 5UQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 166 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackrod Anglican/Methodist Primary School Vicarage Road West , Blackrod BL6 5DE | 3out of 4 | 231 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackrod Primary School Manchester Road , Blackrod BL6 5SY | 4out of 4 | 1,819 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St David Haigh and Aspull CofE Primary School Copperas Lane , Haigh WN2 1PA | 3out of 4 | 2,089 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Adlington Primary School Park Road , Adlington PR7 4JA | 3out of 4 | 2,598 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's CofE Primary School Greenstone Avenue , Horwich BL6 5SJ | 3out of 4 | 2,656 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rivington and Blackrod High School Rivington Lane , Horwich BL6 7RU | 3out of 4 | 3,709 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC High School Chorley New Road , Horwich BL6 6HW | 2out of 4 | 4,654 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cumberland School Rivington Lane , Rivington BL6 7RX | - not rated | 3,649 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lever Park School Stocks Park Drive , Horwich BL6 6DE | 3out of 4 | 3,801 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackrod Taverns Limited | 38 Little Scotland | 323 yd | |
| The Goose & Gander | 38 Little Scotland | 323 yd | |
| Sagar Indian Cuisine | 61 Church Street | 438 yd | |
| The Hawthorns | Douglas Valley Golf Club, Blackrod Bypass | 879 yd | |
| Cherry Tree | Chorley Road | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackrod Conservative Club | 70 Church Street | 392 yd | |
| The Red Lion | 101 Church Street | 463 yd | |
| Blackrod Cricket Club | Vicarage Road | 797 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flounders | 108 Church Street | 442 yd | |
| Alifs | 170 New Street | 679 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blackrod Anglican/Methodist Primary School VICARAGE ROAD WEST | grass pitches | 127 yd |
| Vicarage Road VICARAGE ROAD | grass pitches | 482 yd |
| Douglas Valley Golf Club A6 BLACKROD BYPASS | golf | 960 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 149.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 26.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.