Marquis Avenue is in Bury and in Bury district. BL9 5ED is located in the Moorside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bury North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Marquis Avenue, Bury, BL9 5ED and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL9 5EA, BL9 5EE, BL9 5EB, BL9 5EQ, BL9 5DR, BL9 5DS, BL9 5BE, BL9 5DN, BL9 5EF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BL9 5ED is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 50.4% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 50.9% | 49.6% | -1.3% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 | 33.7% | 34.2% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.5% | 45.1% | 9.6% | 44.2% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 6.4% | 4.9% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 11% | 12% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 13.4% | 3.8% | -9.6% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.6% | 36.2% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -12.2% |
| Good health | 28% | 32.3% | 4.3% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 22.4% | 15.1% | -7.3% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 11.2% | 10.3% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 6.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.7% | 6% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 4.8% |
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 BL9 5ED this area, 35.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.5% | 35.3% | -11.2% | 18.2% | 17.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 14.7% | 0.7% | 9.6% | 5.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 13.6% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 5.4% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 7.6% | 0.0% | 16.9% | -9.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.6% | 19% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -14.8% |
| Other | 7% | 4.3% | -2.7% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 61.9% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 22.4% | 24.2% | 1.8% | 2.7% | 21.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 3.3% | 3% | -0.3% | 2.5% | 0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.8% | 0.4% | -2.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 64.5% | 61.9% | -2.6% | 81.4% | -19.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.9% | 4.8% | 3.9% | 0.1% | 4.7% |
| Arab | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 77.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.4% | 77.2% | -3.2% | 83.2% | -6.0% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 3.9% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 3.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 12.6% | 15.5% | 2.9% | 5.6% | 9.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78% | 77.2% | -0.8% | 83.2% | -6.0% |
| 10+ Years | 2.8% | 10.8% | 8.0% | 9.8% | 1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.7% | 3% | -0.7% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.1% | 6% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 3.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.3% | 3% | -7.3% | 1.9% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.4% | 76.7% | -10.3% |
| Germany | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Italy | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Lithuania | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 3.9% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
| No passport held | 22.4% | 13.5% | 8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21.1% | 37.2% | -16.1% |
| Christian | 48.7% | 46.2% | 2.5% |
| Muslim | 26.3% | 6.5% | 19.8% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marquis Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Bury East 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 -14.5%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Marquis Avenue, Bury, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £136,000 | 2024-06-25 | £142,132 |
| 30 Marquis Avenue, Bury, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2022-12-01 | £76,842 |
| 5 Marquis Avenue, Bury, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2021-10-12 | £98,524 |
| 15 Marquis Avenue, Bury, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2014-12-19 | £136,819 |
| 9 Marquis Avenue, Bury, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £59,000 | 2014-05-14 | £112,993 |
| Full-Time Employee | 36 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoyle Nursery School Chesham Fold Road , BL9 6HR | 4out of 4 | 1,733 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John with St Mark CofE Primary School Athlone Avenue , BL9 5EE | 3out of 4 | 221 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbank Primary School Woodbank Primary School Brandlesholme Road , BL8 1AX | 3out of 4 | 897 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesham Primary School Talbot Grove , BL9 6PH | 3out of 4 | 987 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Church of England Primary School, Bury Porritt Street , Via Huntley Mount Road BL9 6LJ | 2out of 4 | 1,342 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph and St Bede RC Primary School Danesmoor Drive , BL9 6ER | 3out of 4 | 1,356 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Gabriel's RC High School, a Voluntary Academy Bridge Road , BL9 0TZ | - not rated | 1,859 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Wood High School Hazel Avenue , BL9 7QT | 1out of 4 | 2,082 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury Church of England High School Haslam Brow , BL9 0TS | 3out of 4 | 2,186 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Elton High School Walshaw Road , BL8 1RN | 3out of 4 | 2,240 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Derby High School Radcliffe Road , Redvales BL9 9NH | 3out of 4 | 2,609 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,623 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross College 169 Manchester Road , BL9 9BB | - not rated | 2,252 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bury Grammar Schools Tenterden Street , BL9 0HN | - not rated | 1,563 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Chesham House School Chesham House , Thrush Drive BL9 6JD | - not rated | 1,590 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill School - Bury Wellington Street , Bury BL8 2BD | - not rated | 2,167 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury Catholic Preparatory School Arden House , Manchester Road BL9 9BH | - not rated | 2,249 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Excel and Exceed Centre Buller Street , BL8 2BS | - not rated | 2,296 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| True Food Kitchen NW Ltd | 79-81 Hornby Street | 603 yd | |
| Chatterbox Cafe | Age Concern Jubilee Centre, Mosley Avenue | 641 yd | |
| The Green | Clarence Park, Milner Avenue | 641 yd | |
| Costa Ltd | Tesco Stores Limited, Woodfield Retail Park, Peel Way | 699 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurant | Mcdonalds, Peel Way | 700 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Garsdale | Garsdale, Woodhill Road | 480 yd | |
| The Towler Inn | Hark To Towler, 460 Walmersley Road | 1,067 yd | |
| The Brown Cow | Brown Cow, Woodhill Road | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lees Fish and Chips | 12 Argyle Street | 256 yd | |
| Deb's Plaice | 44 Bridge Street | 416 yd | |
| The Sandwich Shop | 170 Walmersley Road | 429 yd | |
| Walmersley Chippy | 176 Walmersley Road | 447 yd | |
| Home Run | 172 Walmersley Road | 474 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cooperative | 184 Walmersley Road | 440 yd | |
| Tesco | Woodfield Retail Park, Peel Way | 699 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 295 Walmersley Road | 715 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Seedfield Sports Club SEEDFIELD CENTRE SEEDFIELD CENTRE PARKINSON STREET | grass pitches | 493 yd |
| Clarence Park HAMILTON STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 495 yd |
| Seedfield Methodist Church Hall LINTON AVE | 681 yd | |
| Walmer Tennis Club TENNIS COURTS TENNIS COURTS TALBOT GROVE | tennis courts | 870 yd |
| Vibe Personal Training Studio (Bury) ALBERT WORKS ALBERT WORKS BROOK STREET | health and fitness suite | 922 yd |
| Woodbank Cricket Club STAFFORD STREET | grass pitches | 950 yd |
| Fit For Free (Bury The Rock) (Closed) The Rock | health and fitness suite | 986 yd |
| Millennium Health & Fitness Centre (Closed) The Rock | health and fitness suite | 1,038 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 174.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.