Bridge Street is in Horwich, Bolton and in Bolton district. BL6 7HF 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 Bridge Street, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 7HF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL6 7HA, BL6 7BH, BL6 7BT, BL6 7EZ, BL6 7BJ, BL6 7BE, BL6 6RX, BL6 7HH, BL6 7EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BL6 7HF 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 | 46.2% | 49.5% | 3.3% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 53.8% | 50.5% | -3.3% | 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 area around BL6 7HF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.2% 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 | 34.9% | 48.2% | 13.3% | 37.9% | 10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.1% | 29.2% | -7.9% | 44.2% | -15.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 2% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 17.7% | 15% | -2.7% | 9.1% | 5.9% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 5.5% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 40.4% | 42% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -6.4% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 34.4% | -0.5% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 19.2% | 15.3% | -3.9% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 6.1% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.4% | 24.8% | -3.6% | 18.2% | 6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 11.8% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 13.4% | -5.6% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 10.2% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 4.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 17.7% | 5.2% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.4% | 20.1% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -13.7% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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 | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.9% | 94.6% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 97.9% | 94.9% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 94.6% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.3% | 76.7% | -6.4% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 26.8% | 13.5% | 13.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.9% | 37.2% | 4.7% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bridge Street 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 stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 103 Bridge Street, Bolton, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2006-09-06 | £79,417 |
| 103 Bridge Street, Bolton, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £12,320 | 2003-08-18 | £28,091 |
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horwich Parish CofE Primary School Church Street , Horwich BL6 6AA | 3out of 4 | 247 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Primary School Peter Martin Street , Horwich BL6 7AL | 1out of 4 | 538 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's CofE Primary School Greenstone Avenue , Horwich BL6 5SJ | 3out of 4 | 1,180 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's RC Primary School Victoria Road , Horwich BL6 6EP | 4out of 4 | 1,283 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley New Road Primary Academy Chorley New Road , Horwich BL6 6EW | - not rated | 1,369 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 | 1,296 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC High School Chorley New Road , Horwich BL6 6HW | 2out of 4 | 1,969 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 | 663 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cumberland School Rivington Lane , Rivington BL6 7RX | - not rated | 1,507 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clevelands Prep School 425 Chorley New Road , Bolton BL1 5DH | - not rated | 5,303 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 | 168 yd | |
| Tot's of Fun | Horwich Community Centre T/A Horwich Resource Centre, Beaumont Road | 333 yd | |
| Corner Caffee | 43 Lee Lane | 393 yd | |
| Brewed Coffee | 49 Lee Lane | 393 yd | |
| Brambles Coffee Shop | 20 Winter Hey Lane | 468 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge Hotel | Bridge Inn, 121 Church Street | 244 yd | |
| Bank Top Brewery Ale House | 36 Church Street | 275 yd | |
| Sam's Bar | 28 Lee Lane | 382 yd | |
| Crux Emporium | 45 Lee Lane | 393 yd | |
| The Saddle | 55 Lee Lane | 393 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nellie's | 30 Church Street | 275 yd | |
| Victoria Sandwich | 67 Lee Lane | 459 yd | |
| The Familia | 87 Lee Lane | 459 yd | |
| Night Bar | 75 Lee Lane | 459 yd | |
| Square Slice | 22a Winter Hey Lane | 468 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 72-76 Lee Lane | 468 yd | |
| Co-op | 75-81 Winter Hey Lane | 645 yd | |
| Aldi | Mason Street | 783 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Horwich Leisure Centre HORWICH LEISURE CENTRE HORWICH LEISURE CENTRE VICTORIA ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 298 yd |
| Horwich Leisure Centre (Closed) Victoria Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 344 yd |
| Jays Gym (Bolton) (Closed) New Brunswick Street | health and fitness suite | 575 yd |
| Rivington And Blackrod High School (Lower School) ALBERT STREET ANNEXE ALBERT STREET ANNEXE ALBERT STREET | grass pitches | 579 yd |
| Lever Park School STOCKS PARK DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 616 yd |
| Horwich Rmi Cricket Club RAMSBOTTOM ROAD | grass pitches | 641 yd |
| Green Lane Playing Fields GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 726 yd |
| Jays Gym (Bolton) UNIT 8 UNIT 8 HAMPSON STREET | health and fitness suite | 897 yd |
| Horwich Golf Club Victoria Road | golf | 901 yd |
| Jays Gym (Bolton) (Closed) Portman Mill Portman Mill Telford Street | health and fitness suite | 1,077 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.