Keld Close is in Bury and in Bury district. BL8 1UJ is located in the Tottington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bury North. This postcode has been in use since 1984-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Keld Close, Bury, BL8 1UJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL8 1UH, BL8 1UA, BL8 1UE, BL8 3HE, BL8 1TZ, BL8 1TU, BL8 1TP, BL8 3GG, BL8 1UF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BL8 1UJ has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.1% of the population 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 | 52.3% | 56.1% | 3.8% | 51.0% | 5.1% |
| Male | 47.7% | 43.9% | -3.8% | 49.0% | -5.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.2% | 30.6% | 7.4% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.9% | 47.2% | -11.7% | 44.2% | 3.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 9.2% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 10% | -0.8% | 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 | 49% | 45.8% | -3.2% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 29.3% | 35.4% | 6.1% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 13.5% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 3.1% | -3.7% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.2% | 11.8% | -10.4% | 18.2% | -6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 10.3% | -0.8% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 15.1% | -5.4% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 6.3% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 20.2% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.9% | 33.1% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -0.7% |
| Other | 4% | 3.3% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.2% | 97.8% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 97.8% | 97.5% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 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 | 97% | 97.5% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 76.7% | 9.8% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.2% | 13.5% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.8% | 37.2% | -8.4% |
| Christian | 63.6% | 46.2% | 17.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Keld Close was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Elton average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Keld Close, Bury, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-09-20 | £238,953 |
| 11 Keld Close, Bury, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-02-04 | £260,670 |
| 26 Keld Close, Bury, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £249,995 | 2021-12-06 | £302,422 |
| 20 Keld Close, Bury, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-05-24 | £213,181 |
| 10 Keld Close, Bury, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £144,000 | 2021-05-14 | £180,577 |
BL8 1UJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 123 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 40 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elton County Nursery School Alston Street , BL8 1SB | - not rated | 1,025 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hoyle Nursery School Chesham Fold Road , BL9 6HR | 4out of 4 | 3,648 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandlesholme Primary School Brandlesholme Road , BL8 1HS | - not rated | 756 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury Rudgwick Drive , BL8 1YA | 3out of 4 | 903 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elton Community Primary School Alston Street , BL8 1SB | 3out of 4 | 977 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elton Community Primary School Alston Street , BL8 1SB | - not rated | 977 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tottington Primary School Moorside Road , Tottington BL8 3HR | 3out of 4 | 1,070 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Elton High School Walshaw Road , BL8 1RN | 3out of 4 | 858 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tottington High School Laurel Street , Tottington BL8 3LY | 2out of 4 | 1,161 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tottington High School Laurel Street , Tottington BL8 3LY | - not rated | 1,161 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gabriel's RC High School Bridge Road , BL9 0TZ | - not rated | 2,488 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gabriel's RC High School, a Voluntary Academy Bridge Road , BL9 0TZ | 3out of 4 | 2,496 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bury College Market Street , BL9 0BG | - not rated | 2,829 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross College 169 Manchester Road , BL9 9BB | - not rated | 3,209 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 | 5,001 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton St Catherine's Academy Stitch MI Lane , Breightmet BL2 4HU | - not rated | 5,001 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Potters House School 4 - 6 Arley Avenue , BL9 5HD | - not rated | 2,221 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill School - Bury Wellington Street , Bury BL8 2BD | - not rated | 2,407 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury Grammar Schools Tenterden Street , BL9 0HN | - not rated | 2,409 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury Grammar School Girls Bridge Road , BL9 0HH | - not rated | 2,409 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forestwood School Buller Street , BL8 2BS | - not rated | 2,489 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asha | 294 Tottington Road | 459 yd | |
| Foodster | 296 Tottington Road | 550 yd | |
| The Bolholt Hotel | Bolholt Hotel, Walshaw Road | 569 yd | |
| LO JO MATE | 250 Tottington Road | 706 yd | |
| Cosalea Limited | Unit 2, Walshaw Park Bank | 708 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lamb Inn | 533 Tottington Road | 225 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pizza Box | Juniper & Vine | 326 yd | |
| Kenny's Kitchen | 328 Tottington Road | 466 yd | |
| Thindi Ltd | 290 Tottington Road | 564 yd | |
| Belly Busters | 309 Tottington Road | 652 yd | |
| Riverside Takeaway | 250 Tottington Road | 670 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 383 Tottington Road | 412 yd | |
| Tesco | 359-361 Brandlesholme Road | 774 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stables Fitness & Leisure Club BOLHOLT HOTEL BOLHOLT HOTEL WALSHAW ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 567 yd |
| Walshaw Sports Club SYCAMORE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 773 yd |
| Elton High School WALSHAW ROAD | grass pitches | 854 yd |
| The Elton High School (Closed) Walshaw Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 854 yd |
| Our Lady Of Lourdes Rc Primary School RUDGWICK DRIVE | grass pitches | 902 yd |
| Tottington Primary School MOORSIDE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,073 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 145.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.