BL1 1BL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.8km from Mill Hill in Bolton (Bolton). Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Halliwell ward and the Bolton North East constituency.
Day-to-day life in BL1 1BL has the character of a young, diverse area with many ethnic minority families and children. The daytime character shifts — traditional high streets with some larger stores, mostly employees. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. The area has a notably diverse population — 49% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bolton.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for BL1 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00024440 (shared with 72 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BL1 1BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BL1 1BL.
269
36
£ 26,400 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BL1 1BL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
BL1 1BL has a significant social housing presence — 79% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BL1 1BL. The average age is 36.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
BL1 1BL has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Gaskell Community Primary School
The Olive School, Bolton
St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Bolton
Park School Teaching Service
Bolton Parish Church CofE Primary School
St Peter and St Paul RC Primary School
University Collegiate School
The Valley Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
103 nearby- Grosvenor Casino0.6 km
- Mecca Bingo0.6 km
- Calcuvis Ltd T/A Indulgence-Spoil Yourself0.1 km
- Costa Coffee0.2 km
- Plo's African Restaurant0.4 km
- + 98 more
Takeaway Shop
57 nearby- Frurt0.4 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Bolton Halwa Centre1.0 km
- Chip N Go0.5 km
- Shimas Rice n Oodles0.5 km
- + 52 more
Pub, NightClub
33 nearby- Level Nightclub0.3 km
- Bolton Ukranian Social Club0.9 km
- The Cave0.2 km
- Ye Olde Man and Scythe0.2 km
- Bolton Socialist Club0.2 km
- + 28 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Aldi0.9 km
- Marks & Spencer0.1 km
- Iceland0.9 km
- Morrisons0.6 km
- Morrisons Dawes Service Station0.6 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
71 nearby- Greggs0.2 km
- M & H News Ltd0.3 km
- Superdrug0.0 km
- AD Bodytech Health & Nutrition Ltd0.4 km
- D P Hamer0.5 km
- + 66 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Holiday Inn Bolton Centre0.3 km
- The Highgrove0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bolton0.7 km
- Hall i’ th’ Wood2.2 km
- Moses Gate3.2 km
Bus Stops
- Mealhouse Lane0.1 km
- Market Place0.1 km
- Crown Street0.1 km
- Market Place0.1 km
- Market Hall0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: BL11BL · Data under Open Government Licence