SALFORD ROAD, BL5 1BY House Prices & Local Information

BL5 1BY is a safe, established residential area on Salford Road, 0.5km from Greenheys in Bolton. Administratively it sits within Hulton ward and the Bolton South East constituency.

For families considering a move, BL5 1BY 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.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 1 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £136k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 48.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BL5 1BY are sourced from Output Area E00024480 (shared with 37 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.