The Crescent is in Bromley Cross, Bolton and in Bolton district. BL7 9JP is located in the Bromley Cross electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolton North East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Crescent, Bromley Cross, Bolton, BL7 9JP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL7 9JW, BL7 9JU, BL7 9JN, BL7 9JL, BL7 9JJ, BL7 9JT, BL7 9JY, BL7 9LH, BL7 9BR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BL7 9JP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.6% 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 | 53.4% | 54.6% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 3.6% |
| Male | 46.6% | 45.4% | -1.2% | 49.0% | -3.6% |
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 BL7 9JP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.7% 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 | 41.8% | 43.7% | 1.9% | 37.9% | 5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.4% | 26.8% | -1.6% | 44.2% | -17.4% |
| Separated | 4% | 2.6% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 16.9% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 7.8% |
| Widowed | 11.6% | 10% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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 | 37.5% | 41.4% | 3.9% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 33.8% | 0.2% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 18.7% | 16.2% | -2.5% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 6.6% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 | 30.7% | 18.9% | -11.8% | 18.2% | 0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 11.6% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 16.7% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 8.6% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 19.3% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.4% | 23.2% | 6.8% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 6.2% | 1.7% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.3% | 95.8% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 95.4% | 97.9% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 0.3% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 97.9% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.7% | 76.7% | 5.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 18% | 13.5% | 4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37% | 37.2% | -0.2% |
| Christian | 57.4% | 46.2% | 11.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Crescent was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Astley Bridge 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 1.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 The Crescent, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2024-10-03 | £160,083 |
| 14 The Crescent, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2024-08-01 | £158,068 |
| 20 The Crescent, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-05-13 | £172,210 |
| 12 The Crescent, Bolton, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £136,000 | 2021-09-28 | £165,165 |
| 16 The Crescent, Bolton, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2021-09-10 | £174,326 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagley Infant School Stonesteads Drive , Bromley Cross BL7 9LN | 3out of 4 | 329 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eagley Junior School Chapeltown Road , Bromley Cross BL7 9AT | 3out of 4 | 449 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton Darwen Road , Bromley Cross BL7 9HT | 3out of 4 | 471 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Primary School Sharples Hall Drive , BL1 7HS | 4out of 4 | 932 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sharples Primary School Hugh Lupus Street , BL1 8RU | 3out of 4 | 1,197 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turton School Bromley Cross Road , Bromley Cross BL7 9LT | 3out of 4 | 570 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sharples School Hill Cot Road , Sharples BL1 8SN | 3out of 4 | 1,149 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canon Slade CofE School Bradshaw Brow , Bradshaw BL2 3BP | 4out of 4 | 1,859 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornleigh Salesian College Sharples Park , Astley Bridge BL1 6PQ | 3out of 4 | 2,525 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Boys' School Bolton Wolfenden Street , BL1 3QE | 4out of 4 | 3,096 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton Sixth Form College Town Centre Campus , Deane Road BL3 5BU | - not rated | 5,119 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton College Deane Road , BL3 5BG | - not rated | 5,410 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton St Catherine's Academy Stitch MI Lane , BL2 4HU | 2out of 4 | 3,615 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birtenshaw Darwen Road , Bromley Cross BL7 9AB | 3out of 4 | 766 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birtenshaw Crompton Way , BL2 2PE | - not rated | 2,771 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya Keswick Street , BL1 8LX | - not rated | 2,842 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Youth Challenge Pru Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JT | 4out of 4 | 3,269 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Firwood High School Stitch MI Lane , BL2 4HU | 3out of 4 | 3,663 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cuppa Coffee | 158b Darwen Road | 154 yd | |
| Retreat Grill Bar Restaurant | The Old Village Hall, Darwen Road | 333 yd | |
| BrewSmith Coffee & Bar | 12 Birtenshaw Crescent | 392 yd | |
| The Railway | 37 Chapeltown Road | 527 yd | |
| Last Drop Hotel | Hospital Road | 773 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nook & Cranny | 211-213 Darwen Road | 166 yd | |
| Sportsman | 254 Darwen Road | 333 yd | |
| The Spread Eagle | Spread Eagle Hotel, 126 Hough Lane | 492 yd | |
| Dunscar Conservative Club | Hardmans Lane | 997 yd | |
| The Flag Inn | Hardmans Lane | 1,065 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amigos | 207 Darwen Road | 190 yd | |
| The Village Chippy | 205 Darwen Road | 190 yd | |
| Earthlings | 221 Darwen Road | 190 yd | |
| Around a Pound | Railway Hotel, Chapeltown Road | 496 yd | |
| Ku's Special | 350 Darwen Road | 512 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Food Market, 196 Darwen Road | 133 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 158 Darwen Road | 133 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| John Street Playing Field QUEENS AVENUE | grass pitches | 267 yd |
| Eagley Junior School CHAPELTOWN ROAD | grass pitches | 371 yd |
| Turton Sports Centre BROMLEY CROSS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 416 yd |
| St John'S School DARWEN ROAD | grass pitches | 576 yd |
| Birtenshaw Hall School (Closed) Darwen Road | grass pitches | 700 yd |
| Village Spa HOSPITAL ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 767 yd |
| The Oaks Primary School SHARPLES HALL DRIVE | grass pitches | 969 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 | 68.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 162.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.