Postcode Analysis Bury, North West

HAWKSHAW LANE, BL8 4LB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAWKSHAW LANE, BL8 4LB.

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

392

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 52,100 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BL8 4LB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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1/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

BL8 4LB is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 88% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

BL8 4LB is a well-regarded residential area on Hawkshaw Lane, 0.4km from Hawkshaw Lane in Bury. Administratively it sits within Tottington ward and the Bury North constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BL8, BL8 4LB offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

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 4LB are sourced from Output Area E00025535 (shared with 21 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 4LB. The average age is 48.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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school Local Schools

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St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Hawkshaw

Outstanding101 pupils0.6 km
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Holly Mount Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury

Outstanding283 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Red Lion Hotel0.8 km
  • The Waggon & Horses0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Holcombe Moor Training Centre0.4 km
  • Bake N Butties0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bromley Cross4.0 km
  • Entwistle4.1 km
  • Hall i’ th’ Wood5.5 km