Postcode Analysis Bolton, North West

SALFORD ROAD, BL5 1BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SALFORD ROAD, BL5 1BP.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · updated monthly (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

247

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 33,800 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10
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8/10
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4/10
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1/10
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4/10
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4/10
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7/10
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8/10
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3/10
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Area Character

BL5 1BP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 83% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

BL5 1BP is a mixed residential area on Salford Road, 0.2km from Hulton Lane Ends in Atherton. Administratively it sits within Hulton ward and the Bolton South East constituency.

For families considering a move, BL5 1BP represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.



Census 2021 statistics for BL5 1BP are sourced from Output Area E00024479 (shared with 16 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 BL5 1BP. The average age is 48.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British85.7%
Asian / British Asian10.8%
Black / African / Caribbean1.6%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 6%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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school Local Schools

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St Andrew's CofE Primary School, Over Hulton

Good206 pupils0.3 km
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Heathfield Primary School

Good255 pupils1.4 km
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Rowan Tree Primary School

Outstanding116 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Milk Maids @ Deardens Farm0.8 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.4 km
  • Londis (Motor Fuel Group)0.4 km
  • The Fuel Fix0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Great Lever and Farnworth Golf Club0.5 km
  • Baxterstorey Ltd1.0 km
  • CH + Co Group Limited at MBDA Lostock0.5 km
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • Watergate Toll0.9 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Darley's0.4 km
  • The Over Hulton Tandoori0.4 km
  • Pit Stop0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Hulton Arms0.5 km
  • Over Hulton Conservative Club Ltd0.7 km
  • Red Lion0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Atherton2.0 km
  • Hag Fold2.3 km
  • Daisy Hill3.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Umberton Farm0.2 km
  • Umberton Farm0.2 km
  • Bates Houses0.3 km
  • Bates Houses0.3 km
  • The Red Lion0.4 km