Postcode Analysis Bury, North West

BL8 1DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BL8 1DQ.

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Population

337

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 44,000 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BL8 1DQ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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10/10
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3/10
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8/10
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7/10
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3/10
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6/10
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9/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. BL8 1DQ's 68% ownership and 40-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

BL8 1DQ is a mixed residential area located 0.3km from Bolholt in Bury (Bury). Administratively it sits within Tottington ward and the Bury North constituency.

For families considering a move, BL8 1DQ represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.



Census 2021 statistics for BL8 1DQ are sourced from Output Area E00025140 (shared with 12 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 BL8 1DQ. The average age is 39.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.1%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

school Local Schools

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The Elton High School

Good1017 pupils0.1 km
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Elton Community Primary School

Good319 pupils0.5 km
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Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury

Outstanding231 pupils0.6 km
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Christ Church CofE Primary School

Good259 pupils0.9 km
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Chantlers Primary School

Good299 pupils0.9 km
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Woodbank Primary School

Good287 pupils1.0 km
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Tottington Primary School

Good343 pupils1.3 km
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Lowercroft Primary School

Good245 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Best One0.8 km
  • LJ's Butties0.9 km
  • Chesters Food and Wine0.7 km
  • The Swan Hotel0.3 km
  • Trotters0.9 km
  • + 1 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Asha0.3 km
  • Foodster0.3 km
  • Rapallo Restaurant1.0 km
  • Rapollo Ltd1.0 km
  • Woodbank Oscars After School Club1.0 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Belly Busters0.3 km
  • Bitz & Pizza0.3 km
  • Chips Inn0.9 km
  • Riverside Takeaway0.4 km
  • The Pizza Box0.7 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Lamb Inn0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bury Metrolink2.1 km
  • Radcliffe Metrolink4.4 km
  • Bromley Cross5.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Chiltern Drive0.0 km
  • Chiltern Drive0.1 km
  • St James' Woolfold Church0.2 km
  • Elton High School0.2 km
  • Elton High School0.2 km