Wood Street is in Horwich, Bolton and in Bolton district. BL6 6BN is located in the Horwich North East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolton West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wood Street, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 6BN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL6 6BW, BL6 6BH, BL6 6BP, BL6 6BL, BL6 6BS, BL6 6AB, BL6 6DL, BL6 6BT, BL6 6AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BL6 6BN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.3% | 53.1% | -3.2% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 43.8% | 46.9% | 3.1% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 | 32.6% | 30.3% | -2.3% | 37.9% | -7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.7% | 40.4% | -1.3% | 44.2% | -3.8% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 2.4% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 16.8% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 7.7% |
| Widowed | 8% | 10.1% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 (86.5%) 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 | 52.2% | 52.5% | 0.3% | 48.4% | 4.1% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 34% | 4.1% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 8% | -7.6% | 12.7% | -4.7% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 4.6% | 2.8% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 16% | 10.5% | -5.5% | 18.2% | -7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 8.1% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 9.1% | -6.4% | 13.4% | -4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 9.6% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 20.6% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.8% | 39.7% | 4.9% | 33.8% | 5.9% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.4% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.7% 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.7% | 93.7% | -5.0% | 81.4% | 12.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Other | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 96.4% | 95.8% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 2.5% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 95.8% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.2% | 76.7% | 14.5% |
| Italy | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.8% | 37.2% | 4.6% |
| Christian | 51.1% | 46.2% | 4.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
In 2023, 1 crimes were reported
near Wood Street .
91% of streets in the UK are more dangerous.
This street can be considered very safe.
The most common type of crime was
all crimes. Crime rate was measured within a 0.5 mile radius of BL6 6BN. Click here to see crime on map and more crime statistics for BL6 6BN.
Crime statistics are based on data provided by Home Office through data.police.uk under the
Open Government Licence.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Wood Street, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-12-01 | £160,000 |
| 19 Wood Street, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2023-09-22 | £165,945 |
| 18 Wood Street, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-03-28 | £201,917 |
| 18 Wood Street, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-03-28 | £201,917 |
| 26 Wood Street, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2018-06-29 | £246,308 |
BL6 6BN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horwich Parish CofE Primary School Church Street , Horwich BL6 6AA | 3out of 4 | 76 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Primary School Peter Martin Street , Horwich BL6 7AL | 1out of 4 | 746 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's RC Primary School Victoria Road , Horwich BL6 6EP | 4out of 4 | 1,025 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley New Road Primary Academy Chorley New Road , Horwich BL6 6EW | - not rated | 1,113 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's CofE Primary School Greenstone Avenue , Horwich BL6 5SJ | 3out of 4 | 1,155 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 | 1,554 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC High School Chorley New Road , Horwich BL6 6HW | 2out of 4 | 1,712 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 409 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cumberland School Rivington Lane , Rivington BL6 7RX | - not rated | 1,765 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clevelands Prep School 425 Chorley New Road , Bolton BL1 5DH | - not rated | 5,097 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Il Toro | 69 Church Street | 91 yd | |
| Tot's of Fun | Horwich Community Centre T/A Horwich Resource Centre, Beaumont Road | 508 yd | |
| Corner Caffee | 43 Lee Lane | 537 yd | |
| Brewed Coffee | 49 Lee Lane | 537 yd | |
| Brambles Coffee Shop | 20 Winter Hey Lane | 565 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bank Top Brewery Ale House | 36 Church Street | 97 yd | |
| Bridge Hotel | Bridge Inn, 121 Church Street | 333 yd | |
| Sam's Bar | 28 Lee Lane | 474 yd | |
| Horwich RMI Club | Ramsbottom Road | 523 yd | |
| Crux Emporium | 45 Lee Lane | 537 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nellie's | 30 Church Street | 97 yd | |
| Square Slice | 22a Winter Hey Lane | 565 yd | |
| Pasha | 30 Winter Hey Lane | 565 yd | |
| Amore Desserts | 22 Winter Hey Lane | 565 yd | |
| Mr Chips | 14 Winter Hey Lane | 565 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 72-76 Lee Lane | 623 yd | |
| Co-op | 75-81 Winter Hey Lane | 712 yd | |
| Aldi | Mason Street | 781 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Horwich Leisure Centre (Closed) Victoria Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 275 yd |
| Horwich Leisure Centre HORWICH LEISURE CENTRE HORWICH LEISURE CENTRE VICTORIA ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 294 yd |
| Lever Park School STOCKS PARK DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 375 yd |
| Horwich Rmi Cricket Club RAMSBOTTOM ROAD | grass pitches | 519 yd |
| Jays Gym (Bolton) (Closed) New Brunswick Street | health and fitness suite | 628 yd |
| Horwich Golf Club Victoria Road | golf | 646 yd |
| Rivington And Blackrod High School (Lower School) ALBERT STREET ANNEXE ALBERT STREET ANNEXE ALBERT STREET | grass pitches | 786 yd |
| Jays Gym (Bolton) (Closed) Portman Mill Portman Mill Telford Street | health and fitness suite | 829 yd |
| Green Lane Playing Fields GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 976 yd |
| Chorley New Road Primary School CHORLEY NEW ROAD | grass pitches | 1,064 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 137.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.