Postcode Analysis Bolton, North West

HIGHFIELD ROAD, BL4 0AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHFIELD ROAD, BL4 0AL.

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Population

288

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 34,900 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BL4 0AL 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.

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10/10
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8/10
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9/10
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8/10
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5/10
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2/10
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10/10
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8/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BL4 0AL spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. £158k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

BL4 0AL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Highfield Road, 0.3km from Dixon Green in Farnworth. Administratively it sits within Farnworth ward and the Bolton South East constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Property: With prices averaging £158k, 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 0AL are sourced from Output Area E00024602 (shared with 6 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 BL4 0AL. 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

White / British86.1%
Asian / British Asian11.6%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Terraced

£ 145,500

2 sales · Mean £ 145,500

Semi-Detached

£ 94,250

2 sales · Mean £ 94,250

school Local Schools

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St James's Church of England High School

Good1057 pupils0.1 km
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Our Lady of Lourdes RC Primary School

Good233 pupils0.2 km
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Highfield Primary School

Good416 pupils0.3 km
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The Ferns Primary Academy

Good454 pupils0.5 km
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The Orchards Nursery School

Good103 pupils0.5 km
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Harper Green School

Good1259 pupils0.6 km
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St James CofE Primary School, Farnworth

Good354 pupils0.7 km
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Queensbridge Primary School

Good247 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Abby's Cafe0.8 km
  • Tung Sing1.0 km
  • The Peppermill Cafe0.9 km
  • Grandmas Kitchen Ltd0.9 km
  • Rosie's Sandwich Bar0.3 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

23 nearby
  • Bargain Booze0.7 km
  • Dawns Weigh1.0 km
  • Shri Ambika0.3 km
  • Shri Ram Stores0.9 km
  • Happy Buyer0.9 km
  • + 18 more
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Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Arizona Grill0.5 km
  • Sweet Heart Desserts0.4 km
  • Krave Desserts0.4 km
  • New Bury Chippy0.4 km
  • Burger Express0.5 km
  • + 5 more
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Plodder Lane Conservative Club0.4 km
  • Farnworth Cricket & Bowling Club0.9 km
  • Kings Arms0.5 km
  • Shakespeare Public House0.9 km
  • The Grapes0.5 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Moses Gate1.5 km
  • Farnworth2.0 km
  • Kearsley2.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Maple Road0.0 km
  • Maple Road0.1 km
  • Marsh Lane0.1 km
  • St James' School0.1 km
  • St James' School0.1 km