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.
BL8 1AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BL8 1AR.
285
38
£ 44,300 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Woodbank Primary School
Elton Community Primary School
Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury
St John with St Mark CofE Primary School
St Gabriel's RC High School, a Voluntary Academy
The Elton High School
Chantlers Primary School
St Marie's Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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
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
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
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
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Postcode Profile: BL81AR · Data under Open Government Licence