Balmoral Close is in Bury and in Bury district. BL9 8BW is located in the Unsworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bury South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Balmoral Close, Bury, BL9 8BW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL9 8BP, BL9 8BN, BL9 8BG, BL9 8BE, BL9 8BL, BL9 8BX, BL9 8QH, BL9 8BR, BL9 8BJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BL9 8BW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 50.5% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 47.6% | 49.5% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 BL9 8BW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.5% 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 | 21.7% | 26.5% | 4.8% | 37.9% | -11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.4% | 54.5% | -10.9% | 44.2% | 10.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 7% | 7.8% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 9.3% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47% | 50.8% | 3.8% | 48.4% | 2.4% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 33.9% | -2.8% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 10.2% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 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 | 20.6% | 16% | -4.6% | 18.2% | -2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 10.5% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 15.6% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.4% | 8.9% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 17.5% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.5% | 30.4% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -3.4% |
| Other | 2.6% | 1.2% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.9% 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% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.8% | 93.9% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 12.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91.7% 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 | 98.7% | 91.7% | -7.0% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.9% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 3.8% | 3.2% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 91.2% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.9% | 76.7% | 9.2% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 8.3% | 13.5% | -5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.1% | 37.2% | -10.1% |
| Christian | 64.4% | 46.2% | 18.2% |
| Jewish | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Balmoral Close was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Redvales 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 -11.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Balmoral Close, Bury, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2022-08-15 | £285,910 |
| 9 Balmoral Close, Bury, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2002-01-10 | £514,549 |
| 7 Balmoral Close, Bury, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £51,000 | 1998-07-01 | £270,015 |
| 4 Balmoral Close, Bury, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 1997-12-19 | £394,976 |
BL9 8BW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 BL9 8BW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 3,571 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollins Grundy Primary School The Hags , Off Hollins Lane BL9 8AY | 3out of 4 | 340 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunny Bank Primary School Hathaway Road , BL9 8EQ | 3out of 4 | 1,078 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School Whitefield Road , BL9 9PW | 2out of 4 | 1,394 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury and Whitefield Jewish Primary School Parr Lane , Unsworth BL9 8JT | 2out of 4 | 1,545 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's Roman Catholic Primary School, Whitefield Abingdon Avenue , Whitefield M45 8PT | 4out of 4 | 1,551 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unsworth Academy Parr Lane , BL9 8LP | 1out of 4 | 1,511 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Derby High School Radcliffe Road , Redvales BL9 9NH | 3out of 4 | 2,097 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury Church of England High School Haslam Brow , BL9 0TS | 3out of 4 | 2,170 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gabriel's RC High School, a Voluntary Academy Bridge Road , BL9 0TZ | - not rated | 2,615 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Wood High School Hazel Avenue , BL9 7QT | 1out of 4 | 2,824 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross College 169 Manchester Road , BL9 9BB | - not rated | 1,901 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury College Market Street , BL9 0BG | - not rated | 2,406 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elms Bank Ripon Avenue , Whitefield M45 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 1,664 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury Catholic Preparatory School Arden House , Manchester Road BL9 9BH | - not rated | 1,961 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury Grammar Schools Tenterden Street , BL9 0HN | - not rated | 2,714 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury Secondary PRU Spring Lane School Spring Lane , M26 2SZ | 2out of 4 | 2,797 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Excel and Exceed Centre Buller Street , BL8 2BS | - not rated | 2,799 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cuppaccino bury | Unit 1 Peachment Place, Kemp Heaton Avenue | 726 yd | |
| Crowded House | 626 Manchester Road | 743 yd | |
| Indigo | 703 Manchester Road | 744 yd | |
| EQUANS | 50 Pilsworth Way | 858 yd | |
| Lorde's Fish & Chips | 825 Manchester Road | 908 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Swan & Cemetery | Swan And Cemetery Hotel, 406 Manchester Road | 1,055 yd | |
| The Papermill | Little Sixty Six, Roach Bank Road | 1,069 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eighteen Sandwich Bar & Kitchen | 18 Tennyson Avenue | 825 yd | |
| Goshen Chippy | 24 Tennyson Avenue | 825 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grundy Playing Field Hollins Lane | grass pitches | 91 yd |
| Goshen Sports Centre BURY GYMNASTICS CENTRE BURY GYMNASTICS CENTRE GOSHEN LANE | artificial grass pitch, cycling, grass pitches | 514 yd |
| Bury Golf Club UNSWORTH HALL UNSWORTH HALL MANCHESTER ROAD | golf | 783 yd |
| Barlow Recreation Ground Leyland Street | grass pitches | 925 yd |
| Sunny Bank Primary School HATHAWAY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,053 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 | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 90.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.