Chorley New Road is in Horwich, Bolton and in Bolton district. BL6 7QH 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 Chorley New Road, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 7QH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL6 7QJ, BL6 7TE, BL6 7QL, BL6 7TA, BL6 7JF, BL6 7QB, BL6 7JL, BL6 7JJ, BL6 7QQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BL6 7QH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 51.1% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 50.6% | 48.9% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 7QH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.8% 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 | 43.3% | 44.8% | 1.5% | 37.9% | 6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.8% | 35.4% | 0.6% | 44.2% | -8.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 3.1% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 8.5% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 6.7% | -1.4% | 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 | 51% | 50.6% | -0.4% | 48.4% | 2.2% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 30.9% | -5.0% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 10.9% | -0.3% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 2% | 4.9% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 | 21% | 23% | 2.0% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 6.6% | -10.5% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.4% | 12.4% | 1.0% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 7.1% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 16.8% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.7% | 34.1% | 7.4% | 33.8% | 0.3% |
| Other | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96% | 95.4% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 95.6% | 95.5% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 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 | 95.2% | 95.5% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.1% | 76.7% | 12.4% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 58.5% | 46.2% | 12.3% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chorley New Road 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 -5.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Chorley New Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £174,000 | 2021-11-05 | £207,559 |
| 18 Chorley New Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £112,500 | 2019-03-29 | £173,952 |
| 16 Chorley New Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2018-11-26 | £153,736 |
| 4A Chorley New Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £35,000 | 2018-02-23 | £49,417 |
| 14 Chorley New Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2016-09-20 | £215,162 |
BL6 7QH 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 | 99 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon Primary School Peter Martin Street , Horwich BL6 7AL | 1out of 4 | 481 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's CofE Primary School Greenstone Avenue , Horwich BL6 5SJ | 3out of 4 | 830 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horwich Parish CofE Primary School Church Street , Horwich BL6 6AA | 3out of 4 | 1,183 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's RC Primary School Victoria Road , Horwich BL6 6EP | 4out of 4 | 1,975 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chorley New Road Primary Academy Chorley New Road , Horwich BL6 6EW | - not rated | 2,000 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 | 1,155 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC High School Chorley New Road , Horwich BL6 6HW | 2out of 4 | 2,683 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 | 1,240 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lever Park School Stocks Park Drive , Horwich BL6 6DE | 3out of 4 | 1,397 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rocco's Italian Restaraunt | 3-5 Chorley New Road | 37 yd | |
| Just Ask | 2 Scholes Bank | 74 yd | |
| Home Cooked Food at The Bowling Green | 175 Lee Lane | 206 yd | |
| St Mary's Lunch Club | St Marys Rc Church, Chorley New Road | 271 yd | |
| Spice Valley | 171 Lee Lane | 291 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beeley's Bar | 2 Chorley New Road | 2 yd | |
| Crown Hotel | 1 Chorley New Road | 37 yd | |
| The Old Original Bay Horse | 206 Lee Lane | 110 yd | |
| The Loft | 179 Lee Lane | 206 yd | |
| Bowling Green Horwich Limited T/A The Bowling Green | Bowling Green Inn, 175 Lee Lane | 206 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Little Italian | 251 Lee Lane | 132 yd | |
| 201 Sandwich Shop | 201 Lee Lane | 206 yd | |
| Casa do Tapas | 116-120 Lee Lane | 291 yd | |
| Donner 24 | 154 Chorley New Road | 473 yd | |
| Golden Harvest | 155 Chorley New Road | 495 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 75-81 Winter Hey Lane | 512 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 72-76 Lee Lane | 524 yd | |
| Aldi | Mason Street | 662 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jays Gym (Bolton) UNIT 8 UNIT 8 HAMPSON STREET | health and fitness suite | 104 yd |
| Scholes Bank Playing Fields HORWICH ST MARYS FOOTBALL CLUB HORWICH ST MARYS FOOTBALL CLUB SCHOLES BANK | grass pitches | 208 yd |
| Rivington And Blackrod High School (Lower School) ALBERT STREET ANNEXE ALBERT STREET ANNEXE ALBERT STREET | grass pitches | 449 yd |
| Hilton Community Centre Playing Fields NUTTALL AVENUE | grass pitches | 520 yd |
| Hilton Table Tennis Centre NUTTALL AVENUE | 520 yd | |
| Jays Gym (Bolton) (Closed) New Brunswick Street | health and fitness suite | 590 yd |
| Green Lane Playing Fields GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 648 yd |
| St Catherines School GREENSTONE AVENUE | 802 yd | |
| Horwich Leisure Centre HORWICH LEISURE CENTRE HORWICH LEISURE CENTRE VICTORIA ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 869 yd |
| Horwich Leisure Centre (Closed) Victoria Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 926 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 | 105.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.