BL8 3ER is a safe, established residential area on Knowl View, 0.4km from Leemans Hill in Bury (Bury). Administratively it sits within Tottington ward and the Bury North constituency.
For families considering a move, BL8 3ER represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £150k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 125.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BL8 3ER are sourced from Output Area E00025557 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KNOWL VIEW, BL8 3ER House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KNOWL VIEW, BL8 3ER.
387
42
£ 52,100 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BL8 3ER is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
BL8 3ER is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 86% 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. Property prices are trending up 125.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BL8 3ER. The average age is 41.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Semi-Detached
£ 150,000
6 sales · Mean £ 186,000
Detached
£ 192,000
1 sales · Mean £ 192,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
BL8 3ER has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Tottington Primary School
Tottington High School
Christ Church CofE Primary School
The Elton High School
Old Hall Primary School
Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury
Elton Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Victoria Hotel & Pub0.9 km
- The Lamb Inn0.7 km
- The White Horse0.9 km
- The Dungeon Inn0.9 km
- The Robin Hood Hotel0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- China Rose0.8 km
- Sasilicious0.2 km
- Gusto deli0.9 km
- The Bolholt Hotel0.9 km
- Asha1.0 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
- Cooperative0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Kenny's Kitchen1.0 km
- China Red0.3 km
- Chips Inn0.7 km
- The Pizza Box0.4 km
- Pizza Bite0.8 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Graham Eyes High Class Butchers0.5 km
- The Village Butcher0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bury Metrolink3.1 km
- Bromley Cross5.1 km
- Radcliffe Metrolink5.3 km
Bus Stops
- Sunnywood Drive0.1 km
- Sunnywood Drive0.1 km
- Brookwater Close0.2 km
- Birch Avenue0.2 km
- Birch Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BL83ER · Data under Open Government Licence