Postcode Analysis Bolton, North West

HIGHFIELD ROAD, BL4 0AH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHFIELD ROAD, BL4 0AH.

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Population

288

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 34,900 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BL4 0AH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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8/10
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9/10
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8/10
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5/10
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2/10
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10/10
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8/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BL4 0AH spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 15.0% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BL4 0AH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Highfield Road, 0.2km from Dixon Green in Farnworth. Administratively it sits within Farnworth ward and the Bolton South East constituency.

For families considering a move, BL4 0AH represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Property: Average house prices are around £208k, up 15.0% year-on-year. 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 BL4 0AH are sourced from Output Area E00024602 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BL4 0AH. The average age is 44.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British86.1%
Asian / British Asian11.6%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 194,000

3 sales · Mean £ 169,000

Terraced

£ 210,000

2 sales · Mean £ 210,000

school Local Schools

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St James's Church of England High School

Good1057 pupils0.1 km
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Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary School

Good233 pupils0.3 km
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Highfield Primary School

Good416 pupils0.4 km
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The Ferns Primary Academy

Good454 pupils0.4 km
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Harper Green School

Good1259 pupils0.5 km
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St James CofE Primary School, Farnworth

Good354 pupils0.6 km
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Queensbridge Primary School

Good247 pupils0.7 km
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The Orchards Nursery School

Good103 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

36 nearby
  • Cakes for Occasions1.0 km
  • Country Kitchen Creations UK1.0 km
  • Danny's Desserts1.0 km
  • Danny's Desserts1.0 km
  • Haleemas Cakes1.0 km
  • + 31 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Abby's Cafe0.8 km
  • Grandmas Kitchen Ltd0.8 km
  • Theresas Cafe0.9 km
  • The Peppermill Cafe0.9 km
  • Tung Sing0.9 km
  • + 4 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Krave Desserts0.3 km
  • New Bury Chippy0.3 km
  • Golden House0.9 km
  • John's Chippy0.8 km
  • Arizona Grill0.4 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Plodder Lane Conservative Club0.5 km
  • Farnworth Cricket & Bowling Club0.9 km
  • Kings Arms0.4 km
  • Shakespeare Public House0.8 km
  • The Grapes0.4 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Moses Gate1.4 km
  • Farnworth1.9 km
  • Kearsley2.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Maple Road0.1 km
  • Fir Road0.1 km
  • Fir Road0.1 km
  • Maple Road0.1 km
  • Marsh Lane0.2 km