BL2 1AJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Devon Street, 0.2km from Mill Hill in Bolton (Bolton). Administratively it sits within Tonge with the Haulgh ward and the Bolton North East constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BL2 1AJ is many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 37) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 42% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 53% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bolton. Full-time employment stands at 25% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £75k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 BL2 1AJ are sourced from Output Area E00024395 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DEVON STREET, BL2 1AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DEVON STREET, BL2 1AJ.
313
37
£ 33,900 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BL2 1AJ 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
BL2 1AJ has a significant social housing presence — 42% 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 BL2 1AJ. The average age is 36.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 90,000
3 sales · Mean £ 89,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
BL2 1AJ 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
Bolton Parish Church CofE Primary School
St Stephen and All Martyrs' CofE School, Lever Bridge
Moorgate Primary School
Tonge Moor Primary Academy
The Olive School, Bolton
St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Bolton
St Peter and St Paul RC Primary School
Gaskell Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
32 nearby- Level Nightclub0.7 km
- The Black Horse1.0 km
- Bolton Socialist Club0.6 km
- Bowling Green0.6 km
- Diversion0.8 km
- + 27 more
Restaurant, Cafe
74 nearby- Calcuvis Ltd T/A Indulgence-Spoil Yourself0.7 km
- Costa Coffee0.9 km
- Plo's African Restaurant0.6 km
- Sake Sushi0.8 km
- Achari Restaurant0.9 km
- + 69 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Marks & Spencer0.7 km
- Iceland0.8 km
- Morrisons0.9 km
- Morrisons Dawes Service Station0.9 km
- LIDL1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
56 nearby- Angies Cafe1.0 km
- Chicago's Pizza1.0 km
- Wingville0.8 km
- The Carvery0.9 km
- Bella Pizza0.9 km
- + 51 more
Retailers - Other
48 nearby- Greggs0.9 km
- Best One1.0 km
- AD Bodytech Health & Nutrition Ltd0.8 km
- Go Local - Primo Convenience0.9 km
- Morrisons Daily0.8 km
- + 43 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Holiday Inn Bolton Centre0.9 km
- The Highgrove0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bolton0.8 km
- Hall i’ th’ Wood2.1 km
- Moses Gate2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Devon Street0.1 km
- Castle Street0.1 km
- Devon Street0.1 km
- Castle Street0.1 km
- Castle Street (to Little Lever)0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: BL21AJ · Data under Open Government Licence