Carwood Grove is in Horwich, Bolton and in Bolton district. BL6 6EY is located in the Horwich South & Blackrod electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolton West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Carwood Grove, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 6EY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL6 6ET, BL6 6TZ, BL6 6EX, BL6 6EZ, BL6 6FA, BL6 6EF, BL6 6HA, BL6 6HB, BL6 6EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BL6 6EY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.3% | 50.5% | -3.8% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 45.7% | 49.5% | 3.8% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 6EY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.9% 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 | 40.7% | 44.9% | 4.2% | 37.9% | 7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.4% | 39.5% | 4.1% | 44.2% | -4.7% |
| Separated | 6.3% | 2.7% | -3.6% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 10.2% | -3.2% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 2.7% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.6% | 48% | 0.4% | 48.4% | -0.4% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 35.4% | 0.6% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 11.9% | 0.6% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 4% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 19.8% | 13.3% | -6.5% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 11.1% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.6% | 13.3% | -8.3% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 8.7% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 19% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.1% | 31.9% | 8.8% | 33.8% | -1.9% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.5% | 0.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 97.9% | 88.6% | -9.3% | 81.4% | 7.2% |
| Other | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 85.6% 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 | 96.6% | 85.6% | -11.0% | 83.2% | 2.4% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 5.9% | 3.8% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 4.5% | 4.2% | 2.7% | 1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 85.2% | -11.1% | 83.2% | 2.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 5.4% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 3% | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 4.9% | 3.4% | 1.9% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 55.4% | 46.2% | 9.2% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carwood Grove 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 -10.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Carwood Grove, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2024-04-09 | £127,888 |
| 6 Carwood Grove, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2022-12-16 | £152,707 |
| 1 Carwood Grove, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-07-27 | £177,963 |
| 26 Carwood Grove, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2022-01-28 | £131,803 |
| 24 Carwood Grove, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2021-11-26 | £172,965 |
BL6 6EY 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 | 164 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 47 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 243 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's RC Primary School Victoria Road , Horwich BL6 6EP | 4out of 4 | 320 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Claypool Primary School Salisbury Road , Horwich BL6 6LN | 3out of 4 | 878 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horwich Parish CofE Primary School Church Street , Horwich BL6 6AA | 3out of 4 | 1,370 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's CofE Primary School Greenstone Avenue , Horwich BL6 5SJ | 3out of 4 | 1,716 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 460 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rivington and Blackrod High School Rivington Lane , Horwich BL6 7RU | 3out of 4 | 2,894 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westhoughton High School Bolton Road , Westhoughton BL5 3BZ | 3out of 4 | 4,967 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladybridge High School New York , Junction Road BL3 4NG | 3out of 4 | 4,987 yd | Community 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 | 938 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cumberland School Rivington Lane , Rivington BL6 7RX | - not rated | 3,101 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clevelands Prep School 425 Chorley New Road , Bolton BL1 5DH | - not rated | 4,207 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rumworth School Armadale Road , Ladybridge BL3 4TP | 4out of 4 | 4,915 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lifebridge ASEND Armandale Road , BL3 4TP | - not rated | 4,921 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avocado Health Bar ata Empire | 602 Chorley New Road | 61 yd | |
| Nick's Restaurant | 602 Chorley New Road | 61 yd | |
| Subway | 567 Chorley New Road | 212 yd | |
| New Lees | 563 Chorley New Road | 212 yd | |
| Beanz Coffee Company Ltd | 539 Chorley New Road | 268 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beehive | 991 Chorley New Road | 865 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| K's Hot Chicken | Chorley New Road | 210 yd | |
| Roma Chippy | 547a Chorley New Road | 212 yd | |
| Kravez | 541 Chorley New Road | 296 yd | |
| Chopstix Noodle Bar | 37 The Linkway | 517 yd | |
| Wagamama Bolton | 20 The Linkway | 578 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 567 Chorley New Road | 212 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 54 The Linkway | 651 yd | |
| Asda | 45 The Linkway | 651 yd | |
| Tesco | Mansell Way | 800 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chorley New Road Primary School CHORLEY NEW ROAD | grass pitches | 333 yd |
| St Joseph'S R.C. High School Chorley New Road | grass pitches | 363 yd |
| Jays Gym (Bolton) (Closed) Portman Mill Portman Mill Telford Street | health and fitness suite | 574 yd |
| Horwich Golf Club Victoria Road | golf | 705 yd |
| Claypool Primary School SALISBURY ROAD | grass pitches | 772 yd |
| Bolton Wanderers Fc (Macron Stadium) MACRON STADIUM MACRON STADIUM BURNDEN WAY | grass pitches | 987 yd |
| The Bolton Whites Hotel DE HAVILLAND WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 997 yd |
| Lever Park School STOCKS PARK DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 1,006 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 | 78.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 137.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.