Postcode Analysis Bury, North West

KNOWL VIEW, BL8 3ER House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KNOWL VIEW, BL8 3ER.

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Population

387

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 52,100 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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10/10
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7/10
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4/10
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9/10
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1/10
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8/10
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5/10
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8/10
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4/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British96.6%
Asian / British Asian1.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

55%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

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.

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school Local Schools

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Tottington Primary School

Good343 pupils0.5 km
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Tottington High School

Good912 pupils0.5 km
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Christ Church CofE Primary School

Good259 pupils0.8 km
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The Elton High School

Good1017 pupils1.0 km
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Old Hall Primary School

Good199 pupils1.2 km
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Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury

Good197 pupils1.2 km
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Elton Community Primary School

Good319 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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

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
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Cooperative0.8 km
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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
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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