Snowdon Drive is in Horwich, Bolton and in Bolton district. BL6 7DG is located in the Horwich North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolton West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Snowdon Drive, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 7DG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL6 7DQ, BL6 7DF, BL6 7HN, BL6 7HW, BL6 7HR, BL6 7ER, BL6 7EF, BL6 7EB, BL6 7EP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BL6 7DG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% 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 | 51.1% | 52.5% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 48.9% | 47.5% | -1.4% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of BL6 7DG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.4% 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 | 24.1% | 29.9% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -8.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.9% | 54.4% | -8.5% | 44.2% | 10.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 6.5% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 6.5% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 | 54% | 52.6% | -1.4% | 48.4% | 4.2% |
| Good health | 32% | 29.8% | -2.2% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 11% | 13.7% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
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 44.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.9% | 13.1% | -0.8% | 18.2% | -5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 10.8% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 10.4% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 5% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 15.8% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.6% | 44.4% | 6.8% | 33.8% | 10.6% |
| Other | 2.4% | 0.4% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 98.4% | 97.2% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 98.1% | 95.4% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| 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 | 97.4% | 95.4% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.7% | 76.7% | 17.0% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4.9% | 13.5% | -8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 55.4% | 46.2% | 9.2% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Snowdon Drive 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 -6.7%.

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 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Snowdon Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £251,000 | 2024-11-29 | £252,172 |
| 5 Snowdon Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-09-28 | £211,167 |
| 22 Snowdon Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2022-12-09 | £324,077 |
| 18 Snowdon Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £272,000 | 2022-10-17 | £284,632 |
| 2 Snowdon Drive, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2022-08-26 | £345,443 |
BL6 7DG 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 | 113 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Education | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon Primary School Peter Martin Street , Horwich BL6 7AL | 1out of 4 | 607 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horwich Parish CofE Primary School Church Street , Horwich BL6 6AA | 3out of 4 | 772 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's CofE Primary School Greenstone Avenue , Horwich BL6 5SJ | 3out of 4 | 1,573 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's RC Primary School Victoria Road , Horwich BL6 6EP | 4out of 4 | 1,821 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley New Road Primary Academy Chorley New Road , Horwich BL6 6EW | - not rated | 1,919 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 | 799 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC High School Chorley New Road , Horwich BL6 6HW | 2out of 4 | 2,482 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 | 1,028 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lever Park School Stocks Park Drive , Horwich BL6 6DE | 3out of 4 | 1,218 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACE Catering | c/o Robert Watson, Lostock Lane | 569 yd | |
| Tot's of Fun | Horwich Community Centre T/A Horwich Resource Centre, Beaumont Road | 629 yd | |
| Corner Caffee | 43 Lee Lane | 708 yd | |
| Brewed Coffee | 49 Lee Lane | 708 yd | |
| Tipico | 94-96 Lee Lane | 721 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crux Emporium | 45 Lee Lane | 708 yd | |
| The Saddle | 55 Lee Lane | 708 yd | |
| Bridge Hotel | Bridge Inn, 121 Church Street | 719 yd | |
| Tails and Ales | 141 Lee Lane | 760 yd | |
| Sam's Bar | 28 Lee Lane | 780 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Sandwich | 67 Lee Lane | 670 yd | |
| The Familia | 87 Lee Lane | 670 yd | |
| Night Bar | 75 Lee Lane | 670 yd | |
| King Lee | 106 Lee Lane | 721 yd | |
| Nellie's | 30 Church Street | 788 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 72-76 Lee Lane | 721 yd | |
| Co-op | 75-81 Winter Hey Lane | 984 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Green Lane Playing Fields GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 463 yd |
| Rivington And Blackrod High School (Lower School) ALBERT STREET ANNEXE ALBERT STREET ANNEXE ALBERT STREET | grass pitches | 626 yd |
| Horwich Leisure Centre HORWICH LEISURE CENTRE HORWICH LEISURE CENTRE VICTORIA ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 816 yd |
| Horwich Leisure Centre (Closed) Victoria Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 883 yd |
| Rivington And Blackrod High School RIVINGTON LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 884 yd |
| Jays Gym (Bolton) UNIT 8 UNIT 8 HAMPSON STREET | health and fitness suite | 951 yd |
| Jays Gym (Bolton) (Closed) New Brunswick Street | health and fitness suite | 954 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 | 39.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 71.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.