BL4 0AE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Highfield Road, 0.2km from Dixon Green in Farnworth. Administratively it sits within Farnworth ward and the Bolton South East constituency.
For families considering a move, BL4 0AE represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: With prices averaging £176k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 BL4 0AE are sourced from Output Area E00024602 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGHFIELD ROAD, BL4 0AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHFIELD ROAD, BL4 0AE.
288
44
£ 34,900 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BL4 0AE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged 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
No single demographic signal dominates BL4 0AE — age 44, 79% ownership, 7% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 BL4 0AE. The average age is 44.4. 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
£ 172,000
5 sales · Mean £ 159,600
school Local Schools
The Ferns Primary Academy
St James's Church of England High School
Harper Green School
Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary School
St James CofE Primary School, Farnworth
Queensbridge Primary School
Highfield Primary School
The Orchards Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
35 nearby- Cakes for Occasions0.8 km
- Country Kitchen Creations UK0.8 km
- Danny's Desserts0.8 km
- Danny's Desserts0.8 km
- Haleemas Cakes0.8 km
- + 30 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Farnworth Cricket & Bowling Club0.9 km
- Kings Arms0.2 km
- Shakespeare Public House0.6 km
- The Grapes0.2 km
- D'Havilland0.5 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Rosie's Sandwich Bar0.3 km
- The Greens Sandwich Bar0.8 km
- UOB Services Ltd (Queens Specialist)0.9 km
- Alison Bluer0.9 km
- CH & CO Catering Ltd0.8 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Burger Express0.5 km
- Lucky Star Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- Paradiso Pizza0.9 km
- Krave Desserts0.3 km
- New Bury Chippy0.3 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Lidl0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Moses Gate1.3 km
- Farnworth1.7 km
- Kearsley2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Fir Road0.1 km
- Fir Road0.1 km
- Central Avenue0.1 km
- Central Avenue0.1 km
- Ramsay Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BL40AE · Data under Open Government Licence