Postcode Analysis Bolton, North West

SALFORD ROAD, BL5 1BR House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

273

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 33,800 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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4/10
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7/10
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9/10
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2/10
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6/10
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6/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BL5 1BR spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 20.5% year-on-year.

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

BL5 1BR is a mixed residential area on Salford Road, 0.5km from Hulton Lane Ends in Bolton. Administratively it sits within Hulton ward and the Bolton South East constituency.

For families considering a move, BL5 1BR represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. Outside of residential hours, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Property: Average house prices are around £222k, down 20.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BL5 1BR are sourced from Output Area E00024480 (shared with 37 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 1BR. The average age is 44.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.7%
Asian / British Asian7.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Terraced

£ 220,000

5 sales · Mean £ 190,400

school Local Schools

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St Andrew's CofE Primary School, Over Hulton

Good206 pupils0.6 km
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Heathfield Primary School

Good255 pupils1.3 km
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Essa Academy

Good1054 pupils1.3 km
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Essa Primary School

Good419 pupils1.3 km
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King's Leadership Academy Bolton

539 pupils1.5 km
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St Bede Academy

Outstanding643 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Watergate Toll0.6 km
  • Baxterstorey Ltd1.0 km
  • Pine Tree Farm0.6 km
  • CH + Co Group Limited at MBDA Lostock0.3 km
  • Costa Coffee0.6 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Londis (Motor Fuel Group)0.7 km
  • The Fuel Fix0.8 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Red Lion0.7 km
  • Hulton Arms0.7 km
  • Over Hulton Conservative Club Ltd0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Pit Stop0.7 km
  • Darley's0.7 km
  • The Over Hulton Tandoori0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Atherton2.3 km
  • Hag Fold2.7 km
  • Lostock3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Bates Houses0.0 km
  • Bates Houses0.1 km
  • Umberton Farm0.3 km
  • Umberton Farm0.3 km
  • M61 Nbd (to define route)0.4 km