Bradley Drive is in Bury and in Bury district. BL9 8PT is located in the Besses electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bury South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bradley Drive, Bury, BL9 8PT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BL9 8NT, BL9 8PY, BL9 8PX, BL9 8PU, BL9 8NU, BL9 8JN, BL9 8QL, BL9 8PN, BL9 8JT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BL9 8PT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 47.4% | 49% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 8PT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.6% 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 | 21.9% | 28.5% | 6.6% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.7% | 52.6% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 8.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 7.2% | 1.4% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 12% | 9.1% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 44.7% | 47.9% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 35% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 19.2% | 13% | -6.2% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 3.2% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.8% | 20.8% | -7.0% | 18.2% | 2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 11.7% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 15.6% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 3.9% | -1.4% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 18.1% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.6% | 28.9% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -4.9% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.1% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 2.9% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 94.3% | 88.5% | -5.8% | 81.4% | 7.1% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 92.5% 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 | 92.1% | 92.5% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 3.2% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 3.2% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 92.9% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 6.6% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.2% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 0.2% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.8% | 37.2% | -16.4% |
| Christian | 63.8% | 46.2% | 17.6% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Jewish | 4.9% | 0.5% | 4.4% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Sikh | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bradley Drive was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Hopwood Hall 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 slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Bradley Drive, Bury, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2021-06-25 | £302,001 |
| 15 Bradley Drive, Bury, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2021-06-25 | £333,286 |
| 2 Bradley Drive, Bury, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2018-06-29 | £414,051 |
| 27 Bradley Drive, Bury, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £249,950 | 2012-03-30 | £535,049 |
| 23 Bradley Drive, Bury, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £249,950 | 2008-05-29 | £457,338 |
BL9 8PT area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 25% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BL9 8PT 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BL9 8PT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 112 |
| Full-Time Employee | 107 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunny Brow Nursery School Sunny Brow Road , Archer Park M24 4AD | 4out of 4 | 4,862 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hoyle Nursery School Chesham Fold Road , BL9 6HR | 4out of 4 | 5,048 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Street Nursery Unit Derby Street , OL10 4QJ | - not rated | 5,319 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mersey Drive Community Primary School Mersey Drive , Whitefield M45 8LN | 3out of 4 | 260 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury and Whitefield Jewish Primary School Parr Lane , Unsworth BL9 8JT | 3out of 4 | 261 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Unsworth Primary School Blackley Close , Unsworth BL9 8LY | 3out of 4 | 571 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Unsworth Primary School Blackley Close , Unsworth BL9 8LY | - not rated | 571 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunny Bank Primary School Hathaway Road , BL9 8EQ | 3out of 4 | 1,042 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unsworth Academy Parr Lane , BL9 8LP | 3out of 4 | 442 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castlebrook High School Parr Lane , BL9 8LP | - not rated | 442 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parrenthorn High School Heywood Road , M25 2BW | 3out of 4 | 1,787 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parrenthorn High School Heywood Road , M25 2BW | - not rated | 1,787 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Philips High School Higher Lane , Whitefield M45 7PH | 2out of 4 | 2,393 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,706 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury College Market Street , BL9 0BG | - not rated | 4,192 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookhaven School Parr Lane , BL9 8LP | - not rated | 376 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elms Bank Ripon Avenue , Whitefield M45 8PJ | 4out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elms Bank Specialist Arts College Ripon Avenue , Whitefield M45 8PJ | - not rated | 1,186 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ark The Pupil Learning Centre , Unit 2 Whitefield Centre M45 8NH | - not rated | 1,220 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Epru Lancaster Suite, Whitefield Primary , Victoria Avenue M45 6DP | - not rated | 1,682 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dog Haus | 109 Parr Lane | 189 yd | |
| St Georges Church | Hollins Lane Unsworth | 544 yd | |
| Bisha Coffee | 1 Ribble Square | 873 yd | |
| Sunny Bank Stop Inn | 68 Sunny Bank Road | 955 yd | |
| Martins Bakery | 67 Sunny Bank Road | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bay Horse Inn | Bay Horse Inn, 101 Parr Lane | 199 yd | |
| O'Marleys Queen Anne | 6 Hollins Lane | 605 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Fish Limited | 65 Parr Lane | 268 yd | |
| Miami pizza | 1a Pole Lane | 352 yd | |
| Taylor’s fish bar | 131 Randale Drive | 793 yd | |
| Jheel Express | 1 Albert Place | 893 yd | |
| Cheungs Kitchen | 85-87 Sunny Bank Road | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa | 103 Parr Lane | 194 yd | |
| Cooperative | 376 Parr Lane | 597 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bury & Whitefield Jewish Primary BURY AND WHITEFIELD JEWISH PRIMARY BURY AND WHITEFIELD JEWISH PRIMARY SCHOOL CLOSE | grass pitches | 260 yd |
| Unsworth Cricket Club POLE LANE | grass pitches | 327 yd |
| Castlebrook High School PARR LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 445 yd |
| Unsworth Primary School BLACKLEY CLOSE | grass pitches | 572 yd |
| Pike Fold Golf Club HILLS LANE | golf | 659 yd |
| Hillock Playing Fields Mersey Close | grass pitches | 790 yd |
| Sunny Bank Primary School HATHAWAY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,044 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.