BL2 1AU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Rosehill in Bolton (Bolton). Administratively it sits within Great Lever ward and the Bolton South East constituency.
For renters and young professionals, BL2 1AU offers the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. The daytime character shifts — public administration and security with mainly white workforces. An average age of 32 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 48% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bolton.
The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for BL2 1AU are sourced from Output Area E00024376 (shared with 35 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BL2 1AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BL2 1AU.
450
32
£ 33,000 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BL2 1AU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
BL2 1AU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 32, 32% 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 BL2 1AU. The average age is 32.0. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
school Local Schools
Bolton Parish Church CofE Primary School
St Stephen and All Martyrs' CofE School, Lever Bridge
St Peter and St Paul RC Primary School
Bishop Bridgeman CofE Primary School
Clarendon Primary School
Ss Simon & Jude CofE Primary School, Bolton
University Collegiate School
St Michael's CofE Primary School, Great Lever
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
99 nearby- cupcakesbyaisha0.9 km
- AMMI'S U.K.0.9 km
- Anisa's Cakery0.9 km
- Apple Thai food0.9 km
- Auntie Jo's Cakes0.9 km
- + 94 more
Pub, NightClub
27 nearby- Bolton Ukranian Social Club0.7 km
- Ye Olde Man and Scythe0.9 km
- Barristers At The Swan1.0 km
- Hogarths1.0 km
- Kahiki Hideout1.0 km
- + 22 more
Restaurant, Cafe
64 nearby- Big Ladz Kitchen1.0 km
- D L Pilling1.0 km
- A & J's Cafe0.9 km
- Slice and Dice0.9 km
- Taste of Greece1.0 km
- + 59 more
Takeaway Shop
37 nearby- Freddy's Chicken & Pizza0.8 km
- Little Lantern0.9 km
- Octagon Kitchen & Bar0.9 km
- Subway0.9 km
- Pop Star0.9 km
- + 32 more
Supermarkets
10 nearby- Iceland0.2 km
- Morrisons0.7 km
- Morrisons Dawes Service Station0.7 km
- Aldi0.7 km
- Marks & Spencer1.0 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Highgrove0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bolton0.4 km
- Moses Gate2.2 km
- Hall i’ th’ Wood2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Orlando Street0.1 km
- Orlando Street0.1 km
- Orlando Street (to define route)0.1 km
- Orlando Street (to define route)0.1 km
- Scholey Street0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: BL21AU · Data under Open Government Licence