Hillside Avenue is in Bromley Cross, Bolton and in Bolton district. BL7 9NQ 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 Hillside Avenue, Bromley Cross, Bolton, BL7 9NQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL7 9NS, BL7 9NR, BL7 9NP, BL7 9AW, BL7 9NL, BL7 9NJ, BL7 9ND, BL7 9AY, BL7 9AZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BL7 9NQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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 | 48.4% | 52.7% | 4.3% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 51.6% | 47.3% | -4.3% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 BL7 9NQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.5% 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 | 19.1% | 13.7% | -5.4% | 37.9% | -24.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.9% | 67.5% | 0.6% | 44.2% | 23.3% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 9.4% | 4.6% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 8.1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 56.4% | 53.2% | -3.2% | 48.4% | 4.8% |
| Good health | 29.4% | 33.6% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 10.9% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
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.
In the area around BL7 9NQ this area, 8.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 50.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.7% | 8.6% | -6.1% | 18.2% | -9.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 6.9% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 10.3% | -4.4% | 13.4% | -3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 4.7% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 14.6% | 0.3% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.4% | 50.6% | 9.2% | 33.8% | 16.8% |
| Other | 1.6% | 4.3% | 2.7% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.6% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 96.9% | 97% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 97% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.2% | 76.7% | 16.5% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 4.5% | 13.5% | -9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.8% | 37.2% | -16.4% |
| Christian | 72.5% | 46.2% | 26.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillside Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Bradshaw 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 -40.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 98 Hillside Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £279,999 | 2024-04-29 | £302,466 |
| 86 Hillside Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2024-04-04 | £437,497 |
| 53 Hillside Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2019-10-07 | £307,714 |
| 75 Hillside Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2019-04-10 | £409,563 |
| 77 Hillside Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2017-10-12 | £345,685 |
BL7 9NQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BL7 9NQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 51% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 119 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Susan Isaacs Nursery School Vernon Street , BL1 2XN | - not rated | 4,634 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagley Junior School Off Chapeltown Road , Bromley Cross BL7 9AT | - not rated | 520 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eagley Junior School Off Chapeltown Road , Bromley Cross BL7 9AT | - not rated | 520 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eagley Infant School Stonesteads Drive , Bromley Cross BL7 9LN | - not rated | 747 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eagley Infant School Stonesteads Drive , Bromley Cross BL7 9LN | 3out of 4 | 747 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton Darwen Road , Bromley Cross BL7 9HT | 3out of 4 | 1,243 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 833 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sharples School Hill Cot Road , Sharples BL1 8SN | 3out of 4 | 1,998 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sharples School Science Specialist College Hill Cot Road , Sharples BL1 8SN | - not rated | 1,998 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canon Slade School Bradshaw Brow , Bradshaw BL2 3BP | - not rated | 2,304 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canon Slade CofE School Bradshaw Brow , BL2 3BP | - not rated | 2,304 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Bolton Sixth Form College Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JT | - not rated | 4,195 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 | - not rated | 3,773 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton St Catherine's Academy Stitch MI Lane , Breightmet BL2 4HU | - not rated | 3,773 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newfields School 324 Darwen Road , Bromley Cross BL7 9BZ | - not rated | 1,126 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Birtenshaw School Bolton Darwen Road , Bromley Cross BL7 9AB | 3out of 4 | 1,324 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Starting Point Selkirk Road , BL1 7BN | - not rated | 3,292 yd | Pupil referral unit | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass Centre North Barlow Park Pavilion, Dunoon Drive , Astley Bridge BL1 6QY | - not rated | 3,418 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya Keswick Street , BL1 8LX | - not rated | 3,638 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turton Golf Club | Turton Golf Club, Hospital Road | 824 yd | |
| Courses By Baker's | Turton Golf Club, Hospital Road | 824 yd | |
| Last Drop Hotel | Hospital Road | 853 yd | |
| The Railway | 37 Chapeltown Road | 864 yd | |
| Cuppa Coffee | 158b Darwen Road | 977 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King William Hotel | 245 Chapeltown Road | 543 yd | |
| Jumbles Sailing Club | Jumbles Sailing Club, Horrobin Lane | 928 yd | |
| Nook & Cranny | 211-213 Darwen Road | 1,036 yd | |
| Sportsman | 254 Darwen Road | 1,049 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Around a Pound | Railway Hotel, Chapeltown Road | 805 yd | |
| Amigos | 207 Darwen Road | 1,050 yd | |
| The Village Chippy | 205 Darwen Road | 1,050 yd | |
| Earthlings | 221 Darwen Road | 1,050 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Food Market, 196 Darwen Road | 984 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 158 Darwen Road | 984 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eagley Junior School CHAPELTOWN ROAD | grass pitches | 517 yd |
| Turton Golf Club HOSPITAL ROAD | golf | 826 yd |
| Turton Sports Centre BROMLEY CROSS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 834 yd |
| Village Spa HOSPITAL ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 851 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 | 58 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 156.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.