BL6 4BU is a mixed residential area located 0.5km from Lostock Hall Fold in Horwich. Administratively it sits within Horwich and Blackrod ward and the Bolton West constituency.
For families considering a move, BL6 4BU represents a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. During the day, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Census 2021 statistics for BL6 4BU are sourced from Output Area E00181492 (shared with 30 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BL6 4BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BL6 4BU.
308
34
£ 44,500 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BL6 4BU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
BL6 4BU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 34, 70% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BL6 4BU. The average age is 33.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
school Local Schools
Claypool Primary School
St Joseph's RC High School
St Mary's RC Primary School
Chorley New Road Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Get Dopa0.7 km
- Settle Bakers & Confectioners0.2 km
- Holland and Barrett0.7 km
- Jane Thompson Slimming World0.4 km
- All About The Cake0.4 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Beehive0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Asda Customer Café1.0 km
- Bella Italia Bolton0.8 km
- Cakeaway1.0 km
- FVWL Football Ltd0.5 km
- Bolton Golf Club0.6 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- YO To Go0.7 km
- Bolton Whites Hotel (Kiosks)0.9 km
- Chopstix Noodle Bar0.9 km
- Lucianos1.0 km
- Wagamama Bolton1.0 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Bolton Whites Hotel0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Horwich Parkway1.5 km
- Lostock2.0 km
- Westhoughton2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Cambridge Road0.2 km
- Cambridge Road0.2 km
- Ox Hey Lane0.2 km
- De Havilland Way (opp WA3484 to def rte)0.3 km
- Cranfield Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BL64BU · Data under Open Government Licence