Belmont Road is in Bromley Cross, Bolton and in Blackburn With Darwen district. BL7 9QR is located in the West Pennine electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rossendale and Darwen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Belmont Road, Bromley Cross, Bolton, BL7 9QR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BL7 9QR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% 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 | 50.9% | 53.5% | 2.6% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 49.1% | 46.5% | -2.6% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
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 BL7 9QR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.3% 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 | 29.5% | 21.9% | -7.6% | 37.9% | -16.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51% | 54.3% | 3.3% | 44.2% | 10.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3.6% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 14.4% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 5.3% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 5% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 61.2% | 55.5% | -5.7% | 48.4% | 7.1% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 27.4% | -3.1% | 33.6% | -6.2% |
| Fair health | 5.9% | 12% | 6.1% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 3.8% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 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 43.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.8% | 14.4% | 3.6% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 6.8% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 12.2% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 4.7% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 16.2% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 50% | 43.5% | -6.5% | 33.8% | 9.7% |
| Other | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.6% | 99.4% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 99.1% | 97.2% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 96.8% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 76.7% | 13.8% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 7.3% | 13.5% | -6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.9% | 37.2% | -5.3% |
| Christian | 60.3% | 46.2% | 14.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Belmont Road was 41.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.3% lower than the Darwen West average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Belmont Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Darwen West and the 102nd lowest crime rate of 440 local areas in Blackburn with Darwen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -80.8%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampsons Lodge Belmont Road, Bolton, Blackburn With Darwen Detached, an established residential building | £156,000 | 1999-10-08 | £612,560 |
BL7 9QR area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BL7 9QR 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 9QR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 84 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Education | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Egerton Primary School Cox Green Road , Egerton BL7 9RE | 4out of 4 | 1,510 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walmsley CofE Primary School Blackburn Road , Egerton BL7 9SA | 4out of 4 | 1,765 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Turton Belmont Community Primary School Ryecroft Lane , Belmont BL7 8AH | 3out of 4 | 2,857 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton Darwen Road , Bromley Cross BL7 9HT | 3out of 4 | 2,932 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Lawn Primary School Holden Avenue , Sharples BL1 7EX | 3out of 4 | 3,117 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornleigh Salesian College Sharples Park , Astley Bridge BL1 6PQ | 3out of 4 | 3,546 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Smithills School Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JS | 3out of 4 | 3,641 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sharples School Hill Cot Road , Sharples BL1 8SN | 3out of 4 | 3,733 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Turton School Bromley Cross Road , Bromley Cross BL7 9LT | 3out of 4 | 3,966 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Boys' School Bolton Wolfenden Street , BL1 3QE | 4out of 4 | 4,719 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Youth Challenge Pru Smithills Dean Road , BL1 6JT | 4out of 4 | 3,513 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birtenshaw Darwen Road , Bromley Cross BL7 9AB | 3out of 4 | 4,040 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Huda Primary School 3 Hennon Street , BL1 3EH | - not rated | 4,808 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Madrasatul Imam Muhammad Zakariya Keswick Street , BL1 8LX | - not rated | 4,839 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.