Holcombe Village is in Bury and in Bury district. BL8 4LZ is located in the Ramsbottom electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bury North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Holcombe Village, Bury, BL8 4LZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL8 4NX, BL8 4NW, BL8 4PA, BL8 4NB, BL8 4LY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BL8 4LZ is primarily male, with 53.1% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.4% | 46.9% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -4.1% |
| Male | 53.6% | 53.1% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 4.1% |
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 | 28.4% | 32% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.5% | 42.2% | -4.3% | 44.2% | -2.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.5% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 14.6% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 5.5% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 8.7% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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 | 43.1% | 45% | 1.9% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 37.4% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 18.1% | 13.4% | -4.7% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.4% | 18% | -3.4% | 18.2% | -0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 5.8% | -8.6% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 12.1% | -5.1% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 7.3% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.4% | 16% | 8.6% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.1% | 38.8% | 6.7% | 33.8% | 5.0% |
| Other | 2.8% | 1.9% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98% | 95.4% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 96.8% | 94.9% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 3.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 94.5% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.1% | 76.7% | 9.4% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 10.9% | 13.5% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.6% | 37.2% | -9.6% |
| Christian | 65.7% | 46.2% | 19.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holcombe Village was 4.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 4544.4% higher than the North Manor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Holcombe Village has the 2nd highest crime rate of 6 local areas in North Manor and the 9th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Bury .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 Holcombe Village, Bury, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2002-08-07 | £726,246 |
BL8 4LZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 66 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emmanuel Holcombe Church of England Primary School Helmshore Road , Holcombe BL8 4PA | 3out of 4 | 276 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Ramsbottom Queen Street , Ramsbottom BL0 9JJ | 4out of 4 | 718 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazlehurst Community Primary School Geoffrey Street , Ramsbottom BL0 9PQ | 4out of 4 | 929 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Ramsbottom Nuttall Lane , Ramsbottom BL0 9JD | 3out of 4 | 937 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Peel Brow School Fir Street , Ramsbottom BL0 0BJ | 3out of 4 | 1,810 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodhey High School Bolton Road West , Ramsbottom BL0 9QZ | - not rated | 1,419 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tottington High School Laurel Street , Tottington BL8 3LY | 3out of 4 | 4,138 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haslingden High School and Sixth Form Broadway , Haslingden BB4 4EY | 3out of 4 | 5,346 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darul Uloom Al Arabiya Al Islamiya Holcombe Hall , Holcombe Old Road BL8 4NG | - not rated | 857 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Rossendale School Bamford Road , Ramsbottom BL0 0RT | - not rated | 3,662 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mala Indian Cuisine | 18-20 Holcombe Village | 15 yd | |
| Franks Burger Shop | 9 Bolton Road West | 763 yd | |
| Ramsbottom Social | 50 Bolton Street | 939 yd | |
| The Chocolate Cafe UK Ltd | 2 Bolton Street | 947 yd | |
| Eastern Eye Restaurant | 38 Bolton Street | 947 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holcombe Tap | 13 Bolton Road West | 764 yd | |
| The Rose and Crown | 96 Carr Street | 805 yd | |
| The Elephants Trunk Ltd T/A The Major | 158-160 Bolton Street | 839 yd | |
| The Grey Mare Inn | 25 Bolton Street | 977 yd | |
| Casked Alehouse & Ginporium | 2-4 Prince Street | 1,069 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fish & Chip Co | 62 Bolton Road West | 729 yd | |
| Kaash Takeaway | 202 Bolton Street | 751 yd | |
| Zaidys | 14 Bolton Street | 947 yd | |
| Stop Inn | 28 Bolton Street | 947 yd | |
| Kans Fish and Chips | 55 Bridge Street | 1,038 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Old Mill Hotel And Leisure Club SPRINGWOOD STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 810 yd |
| Top Park LANSDOWNE CLOSE | grass pitches | 977 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.