Postcode Analysis Bury, North West

BL8 1AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BL8 1AR.

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Population

285

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 44,300 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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5/10
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9/10
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8/10
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3/10
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5/10
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8/10
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4/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 56% owner-occupation and average age 38, BL8 1AR has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

BL8 1AR is a safe, established residential area located 0.1km from Woodhill Fold in Bury (Bury). Administratively it sits within Elton ward and the Bury North constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 56% 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.

Census 2021 statistics for BL8 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00025139 (shared with 12 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 1AR. The average age is 38.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.2%
Asian / British Asian3.2%
Black / African / Caribbean2.1%
Other / Mixed3.5%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BL8 1AR 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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Woodbank Primary School

Good287 pupils0.4 km
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Elton Community Primary School

Good319 pupils0.6 km
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Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury

Outstanding231 pupils0.8 km
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St John with St Mark CofE Primary School

Good331 pupils1.0 km
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St Gabriel's RC High School, a Voluntary Academy

Inadequate1046 pupils1.1 km
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The Elton High School

Good1017 pupils1.3 km
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Chantlers Primary School

Good299 pupils1.4 km
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St Marie's Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury

Outstanding245 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • The Art Picture House1.0 km
  • The Old White Lion0.8 km
  • The Help Me Thro0.2 km
  • The Robert Peel0.8 km
  • Stanleys of Bury0.9 km
  • + 8 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

45 nearby
  • Bury United Reformed Church0.9 km
  • Cup `o` Rosie0.9 km
  • Taste of Cambodia0.9 km
  • Costa Ltd0.8 km
  • Dining with Distinction0.8 km
  • + 40 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

37 nearby
  • Allens Fried Chicken1.0 km
  • Pizza Pioneer0.9 km
  • Subway0.9 km
  • Tonys Curry Pot1.0 km
  • Golden Fish0.3 km
  • + 32 more
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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Bloom Coffee Co Ltd0.9 km
  • Chesters Food and Wine0.5 km
  • The Swan Hotel0.9 km
  • B & M Retail Limited0.4 km
  • Colorados Chicken0.9 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Aldi Stores limited0.4 km
  • Tesco0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bury Metrolink1.1 km
  • Radcliffe Metrolink4.2 km
  • Whitefield Metrolink5.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Woodhill Road0.1 km
  • Woodhill Road0.1 km
  • Woodhill Street0.1 km
  • Logwood Avenue0.1 km
  • Logwood Avenue0.1 km