BL8 4DW is a sought-after residential area on Bodiam Road, 0.3km from Greenmount in Ramsbottom. Administratively it sits within North Manor ward and the Bury North constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BL8, BL8 4DW offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 94% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £357k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for BL8 4DW are sourced from Output Area E00025537 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BODIAM ROAD, BL8 4DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BODIAM ROAD, BL8 4DW.
297
49
£ 51,300 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BL8 4DW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
BL8 4DW is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £357k, 94% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £357k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BL8 4DW. The average age is 49.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 275,000
3 sales · Mean £ 248,333
Detached
£ 440,000
1 sales · Mean £ 440,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BL8 4DW has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Holcombe Brook Primary School
Greenmount Primary School
Holly Mount Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury
Woodhey High School
Hazlehurst Community Primary School
Tottington High School
Old Hall Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Costcutter0.6 km
- Miles Bakery0.7 km
- Charlie Bakes Ltd0.3 km
- Greenmount Butchers0.3 km
- Greenmount Ice Creams0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Hamers Arms0.9 km
- Hare and Hounds0.7 km
- Hoysters0.7 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op0.3 km
- Co-op0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- The Friary0.7 km
- Lorna's korner0.7 km
- Holcombe Brook Pizzeria0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- The Hub Tea Rooms0.2 km
- The Village Bistro Greenmount0.4 km
- Hollands0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bury Metrolink4.7 km
- Bromley Cross5.1 km
- Hall i’ th’ Wood6.1 km
Bus Stops
- North Avenue0.2 km
- Holhouse Lane0.2 km
- North Avenue0.2 km
- Bull's Head0.2 km
- Bull's Head0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BL84DW · Data under Open Government Licence