Bolton Road is in Radcliffe, Manchester and in Bury district. M26 3QN is located in the Radcliffe West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bury South. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bolton Road, Radcliffe, Manchester, M26 3QN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M26 3TZ, M26 3QW, M26 3SZ, M26 3GN, M26 3RW, M26 3RN, M26 3TD, M26 3TB, M26 3GW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M26 3QN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.7% | 51% | -2.7% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 46.3% | 49% | 2.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 49.2% | 41.6% | -7.6% | 37.9% | 3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27% | 27% | 0.0% | 44.2% | -17.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.4% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 12.7% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 15% | 4.8% | 6.1% | 8.9% |
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 | 36.5% | 44.5% | 8.0% | 48.4% | -3.9% |
| Good health | 40.3% | 32.2% | -8.1% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 14% | 18.8% | 4.8% | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 3.3% | -4.0% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 M26 3QN this area, 31.8% 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 22%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.3% | 31.8% | 1.5% | 18.2% | 13.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 10.2% | -7.8% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 14.8% | -5.3% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 4.9% | 3.3% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 15.5% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.4% | 22% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -11.8% |
| Other | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 2.7% | 2.3% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 95.2% | 86.6% | -8.6% | 81.4% | 5.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 97.8% | 93.5% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 5.3% | 4.0% | 5.6% | -0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 93.5% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.9% | 76.7% | -2.8% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 2.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 23.1% | 13.5% | 9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 45.4% | 46.2% | -0.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 9.5% | 6.5% | 3.0% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bolton Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Pilkington Park 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 much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 159 Bolton Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2022-12-02 | £112,824 |
| 163 Bolton Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £113,000 | 2022-03-31 | £134,471 |
| 153 Bolton Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £104,000 | 2022-03-24 | £123,761 |
| 175 Bolton Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2019-10-21 | £147,114 |
| 181 Bolton Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2018-08-24 | £225,209 |
M26 3QN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 101 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor Nursery School and Day Care Centre Lord Street , Kearsley BL4 8AR | 4out of 4 | 4,054 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgewater Nursery School Dobhill Street , Farnworth BL4 7DU | - not rated | 4,688 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elton County Nursery School Alston Street , BL8 1SB | - not rated | 4,729 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cams Lane Primary School Cams Lane , Radcliffe M26 3SW | - not rated | 207 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cams Lane Primary School Cams Lane , Radcliffe M26 3SW | 3out of 4 | 207 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Radcliffe Belgrave Street , Radcliffe M26 4DG | - not rated | 669 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's RC Junior School Belgrave Street , Radcliffe M26 0DG | - not rated | 669 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's RC Infant School Belgrave Street , Radcliffe M26 0DG | - not rated | 669 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radcliffe Riverside School Abden Street , Radcliffe M26 3AT | - not rated | 426 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Radcliffe Riverside School Spring Lane , Radcliffe M26 2SZ | - not rated | 1,159 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coney Green Technology School Spring Lane , Radcliffe M26 2SZ | - not rated | 1,159 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Star Radcliffe Academy Spring Lane , M26 2SZ | - not rated | 1,167 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Lever School Church Street , Little Lever BL3 1BT | 3out of 4 | 3,281 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 | 3,929 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury College Market Street , BL9 0BG | - not rated | 4,502 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton St Catherine's Academy Stitch MI Lane , BL2 4HU | - not rated | 5,138 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolton St Catherine's Academy Stitch MI Lane , Breightmet BL2 4HU | - not rated | 5,138 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millwood Primary Special School School Street , Radcliffe M26 3BW | 4out of 4 | 387 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Craig Ormerod Associates School Provision Outwood Road , Radcliffe M26 1AG | - not rated | 1,597 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladywood School Masefield Road , Little Lever BL3 1NG | 4out of 4 | 2,008 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladywood School Masefield Road , Little Lever BL3 1NG | - not rated | 2,008 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitefield Preparatory School Holly Bank , 20 Church Lane M25 7NF | - not rated | 3,252 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island Coffee | Kearsley Mill, Crompton Road | 318 yd | |
| Charlies Food Bar | 98 Water Street | 359 yd | |
| The Cafe Bistro | 30 Ainsworth Road | 442 yd | |
| Cuppaccino @ Red Bank | Red Bank House, Lowe Street | 515 yd | |
| Four20 Desserts Ltd | 74 Water Street | 535 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sparking Clog | 24 Radcliffe Moor Road | 318 yd | |
| Overdraught Bar | 28-30 Blackburn Street | 992 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lei Yueng Takeaway | 2A Bolton Street | 179 yd | |
| Holts Riverside Fish & Chips | 71-73 Market Street | 318 yd | |
| LA Pizza | 106 Water Street | 337 yd | |
| Next Frydays | 237 Bolton Road | 370 yd | |
| Marcos Italian Takeaway | 305 Bolton Road | 370 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 52-54 Water Street | 535 yd | |
| ASDA | Asda Stores Ltd, Pilkington Way | 953 yd | |
| Lidl | Dale Street | 1,018 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Radcliffe Cricket Club UNSWORTH STREET | grass pitches | 255 yd |
| Redbank Playing Fields UNSWORTH STREET | grass pitches | 275 yd |
| Cams Lane Sports Ground CAMS LANE | grass pitches | 358 yd |
| Radcliffe Riverside West Campus (Radcliffe High) (Closed) Abden Street | grass pitches | 427 yd |
| Stainton Park STAINTON PARK STAINTON PARK COLSHAW CLOSE EAST | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 596 yd |
| Muse Ladies Gym (Closed) ALBERT WORKS ALBERT WORKS WATER STREET | health and fitness suite | 659 yd |
| St Marys Rc Primary School BELGRAVE STREET | grass pitches | 711 yd |
| Radcliffe Pool And Fitness Centre (Closed) Green Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 819 yd |
| Dynamics Gym WATER STREET | health and fitness suite | 955 yd |
| Wesley Methodist Primary School FORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,000 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 | 130.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.