Postcode Analysis Bolton, North West

RUTHERFORD DRIVE, BL5 1DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RUTHERFORD DRIVE, BL5 1DJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · updated monthly (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

401

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 45,600 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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9/10
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2/10
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10/10
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1/10
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7/10
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8/10
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8/10
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5/10
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Area Character

BL5 1DJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 85% 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 down 4.1% year-on-year.

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

BL5 1DJ is a mixed residential area on Rutherford Drive, 0.3km from Hulton Lane Ends in Atherton. Administratively it sits within Hulton ward and the Bolton South East constituency.

For families considering a move, BL5 1DJ represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Property: Average house prices are around £291k, down 4.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BL5 1DJ are sourced from Output Area E00024768 (shared with 11 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 BL5 1DJ. The average age is 43.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.1%
Asian / British Asian5.2%
Black / African / Caribbean2.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 0%
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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 267,500

4 sales · Mean £ 266,250

Semi-Detached

£ 265,000

9 sales · Mean £ 253,216

school Local Schools

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St Andrew's CofE Primary School, Over Hulton

Good206 pupils0.2 km
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Heathfield Primary School

Good255 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Londis (Motor Fuel Group)0.2 km
  • The Fuel Fix0.2 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.1 km
  • Milk Maids @ Deardens Farm0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Red Lion0.2 km
  • Hulton Arms0.1 km
  • Over Hulton Conservative Club Ltd0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Pit Stop0.1 km
  • Darley's0.1 km
  • The Over Hulton Tandoori0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • CH + Co Group Limited at MBDA Lostock1.0 km
  • Great Lever and Farnworth Golf Club0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Atherton2.0 km
  • Hag Fold2.1 km
  • Daisy Hill3.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Fletcher Street0.1 km
  • Rutherford Drive0.1 km
  • Fletcher Street0.1 km
  • Rutherford Drive0.2 km
  • Umberton Road0.2 km