Thrush Drive is in Bury and in Bury district. BL9 6JD 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 Thrush Drive, Bury, BL9 6JD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL9 6JQ, BL9 6FX, BL9 6LA, BL9 6JZ, BL9 6JY, BL9 6JG, BL9 6JN, BL9 6JF, BL9 6JW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BL9 6JD is primarily male, with 54.1% 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 | 46.6% | 45.9% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -5.1% |
| Male | 53.4% | 54.1% | 0.7% | 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.
In the immediate area around BL9 6JD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 55.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 49.1% | 55.8% | 6.7% | 37.9% | 17.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 21.7% | 28.2% | 6.5% | 44.2% | -16.0% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3.9% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 20.5% | 8.3% | -12.2% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 3.9% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 (59.8%) 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 | 35.1% | 28.8% | -6.3% | 48.4% | -19.6% |
| Good health | 27.9% | 31% | 3.1% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 22.6% | 22.3% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 9.6% |
| Bad health | 11.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 9.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 4.4% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 3.2% |
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 6JD this area, 33.3% 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 20.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.4% | 33.3% | -7.1% | 18.2% | 15.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 10.4% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 16.9% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 3.3% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 13.7% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.4% | 20.2% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -13.6% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73.2% 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% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 3.1% | 0.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 5.3% | 4.8% | -0.5% | 2.5% | 2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 90.9% | 73.2% | -17.7% | 81.4% | -8.2% |
| Arab | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 1.6% | 3.2% |
In this area, 79% 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 | 91.8% | 79% | -12.8% | 83.2% | -4.2% |
| European Union | 1% | 7% | 6.0% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 4.3% | 6.1% | 1.8% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 6.6% | 3.7% | 5.6% | 1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 78.7% | -12.2% | 83.2% | -4.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 10.9% | 9.5% | 9.8% | 1.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.4% | 5.7% | 2.3% | 2.9% | 2.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 3.9% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.9% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.5% | 76.7% | -19.2% |
| Poland | 4.4% | 1.3% | 3.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 33.3% | 13.5% | 19.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33% | 37.2% | -4.2% |
| Christian | 41.7% | 46.2% | -4.5% |
| Buddhist | 2.6% | 0.5% | 2.1% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 9.6% | 6.5% | 3.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 9.6% | 6.0% | 3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thrush Drive 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.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 67 Thrush Drive, Bury, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-01-12 | £186,320 |
| 67 Thrush Drive, Bury, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £101,500 | 2021-12-16 | £122,786 |
| 41 Thrush Drive, Bury, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £164,950 | 2017-04-07 | £280,722 |
| 39 Thrush Drive, Bury, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £164,950 | 2017-03-24 | £283,807 |
| 41A Thrush Drive, Bury, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £151,000 | 2017-03-06 | £259,805 |
BL9 6JD area has a very high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 12% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 34 |
| Unemployed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Retired | 17 |
| Other | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Self-Employed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoyle Nursery School Chesham Fold Road , BL9 6HR | 4out of 4 | 208 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elton County Nursery School Alston Street , BL8 1SB | - not rated | 2,970 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Street Nursery Unit Derby Street , OL10 4QJ | - not rated | 3,281 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Church of England Primary School, Bury Porritt Street , Via Huntley Mount Road BL9 6LJ | - not rated | 308 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Church of England Primary School Porritt Street , Via Huntley Mount Road BL9 6LJ | 2out of 4 | 308 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph and St Bede RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Danesmoor Drive , BL9 6ER | 3out of 4 | 315 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph and St Bede RC Primary School Danesmoor Drive , BL9 6ER | - not rated | 315 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| East Ward Community Primary School Willow Street , BL9 7QZ | 3out of 4 | 769 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hazel Wood High School Hazel Avenue , BL9 7QT | 3out of 4 | 973 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broad Oak Sports College Hazel Avenue , BL9 7QT | - not rated | 973 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutherland High School Sutherland Road , Darnhill OL10 3PL | - not rated | 2,408 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Heywood Community High School Sutherland Road , OL10 3PL | - not rated | 2,408 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gabriel's RC High School Bridge Road , BL9 0TZ | - not rated | 2,677 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 2,033 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross College 169 Manchester Road , BL9 9BB | - not rated | 2,614 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambian Chesham House School Chesham House , Thrush Drive BL9 6JD | - not rated | 55 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ash Grove School Deal Street , BL9 7PZ | 2out of 4 | 811 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury Secondary PRU Spring Lane School Deal Street , BL9 7PZ | - not rated | 811 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennine House Hospital School Pennine House , Fairfield General Hospital BL9 7TD | - not rated | 1,464 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Potters House School 4 - 6 Arley Avenue , BL9 5HD | - not rated | 1,552 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chesham Fold TRA /Community Centre | 95 Chesham Fold Road | 69 yd | |
| Eurest @ Asda | Asda Superstore, Park 66, Pilsworth Road | 437 yd | |
| Park cafe | 212 Bell Lane | 472 yd | |
| East Ward Growing Together | 10a Walnut Avenue | 576 yd | |
| Bridge Street Butties | 34 Bridge Street | 743 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus Garden Chinese Takeaway | 87 Chesham Fold Road | 102 yd | |
| Wing Lee | 126 Bell Lane | 605 yd | |
| Coffee & Cream | 152 Willow Street | 605 yd | |
| The Welcome Chip Shop | 2 Parsonage Street | 730 yd | |
| Wok n' Go | 255 Rochdale Old Road | 820 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi Food Stores Ltd, Bell Lane | 472 yd | |
| Cooperative | 184 Walmersley Road | 1,063 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hoyles Park THRUSH DRIVE | grass pitches | 150 yd |
| St Pauls C Of E Primary School PORRITT STREET | grass pitches | 308 yd |
| Broad Oak Lane Fields BROAD OAK LANE | grass pitches | 965 yd |
| Broad Oak Sports College HAZEL AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 969 yd |
| Vibe Personal Training Studio (Bury) ALBERT WORKS ALBERT WORKS BROOK STREET | health and fitness suite | 971 yd |
| I Will If You Will (Closed) Hazel Avenue | swimming pool | 976 yd |
| Clarence Park HAMILTON STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,057 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 | 97.7% |
| 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 | 209 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.