17POPULATION
4.2%UNEMPLOYED
52%MARRIED
£0AVERAGE WAGE
HI CRIME RATE
31%'AB' SOCIAL CLASS
BL1 7NWLocal Map
Approximate address for BL1 7NW:
IntroductionBL1 7NW

Use the postcode street map opposite - and the information below - to discover useful information for the BL1 7NW postcode area in Bolton.

We've got loads of statistics for BL1 7NW, including demographic data, local facilities, travel essentials, hotel accommodation, crime rates and much more.

BL Postcode Wall Map
DemographicsBL1 7NW

What social class do the population of BL1 7NW belong to? What are the predominant ethnic groups? How deprived is BL1 7NW in Bolton, how professionally qualified are the community, and how many hours a week do they work? All this, and more information and demographic statistics about BL1 7NW from the Census 2011.


AVERAGE AGES

  • 20%Children
  • 80%Adults

20% of people in this postcode area are children. Of the remainder, 8% are aged 76 or more.

GENDER SPLIT

  • 64.7%Male
  • 35.3%Female

From the last census, 64.7% of people in BL17NW male, and 35.3% female. Men outnumber women in Smithills.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 31%AB
  • 52%C2/C2
  • 17%DE

According to census records, 31% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

MARITAL STATUS

  • 27%SINGLE
  • 52%MARRIED

The percentage of people who are married in BL1 7NW is 27%. Single and 'other' people is 72%.

ETHNICITY

  • 92%WHITE
  • 5%NON-WHITE

92% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 90%WORKING
  • 4.2%UNEMPLOYED

4.2% are either unemployed or students in this area. The UK unemployment rate is 4%.

See all demographics for BL1 7NW

Discover BL1 7NW

People and Demographics

BL1 7NW
People and Demographics

Demographics

An in-depth look at the demographic data of the people who live in BL1 7NW, including ethnicity, religious beliefs, age breakdown and social grades.

BL1 7NW Demographics

Crime Rates and Statistics

Crime Rates

Police crime stats - see how safe it is around BL1 7NW, including burglaries, ASBOs, vehicle crime and violent crime. How does this area compare?

Crime stats in BL1 7NW

Constituency & Democracy Information

Constituency

Find out the voting intentions, poll results, your local MP, 2015 election results and voting turnout for your local constituency.

BL1 7NW Constituency

Local Issues & Problems

Local Issues

In conjunction with FixMyStreet, view problems around BL1 7NW reported by local residents, including flytipping, graffiti, faulty street lighting etc.

BL1 7NW Issues

Sunrise and Sunset Times

Sunrise/Sunset

Sunrise (dawn) and sunset (dusk) times for today as well as for the next month for the postcode area BL17NW. Wakey wakey, rise and shine!

Sunrise/sunset in BL1 7NW

Local Job Vacancies

Job Vacancies

Looking for job vacancies in the BL1 7NW area? Find out what positions are available in this area, as well as further afield in surrounding areas.

Job vacancies near BL1 7NW

Travel & Transport

BL1 7NW
Travel

Travel

Travelling to this postcode area? Find the nearest train station, railway, or nearest bus stop to BL1 7NW.

Travel around BL1 7NW

Traffic and Travel Reports

Traffic Reports

Don't let traffic become a pain in the bumper. The latest road traffic incidents & traffic jams around this postcode.

Traffic near BL1 7NW

Taxis and Minicabs

Taxi Firms

Book a taxi and leave the car at home. Here's a list of taxi and mini cab companies operating in the BL1 7NW area.

Taxis near BL1 7NW

Car Parks

Car Parks

Locate the nearest car parks near BL1 7NW, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.

Car Parks near BL1 7NW

Leisure & Outdoor Facilities

BL1 7NW
Events near BL1 7NW

Events

From local gigs to heritage events, and car boot sales to shows at the local theatre, find out what's on around BL1 7NW.

What's on near BL1 7NW

Local Attractions

Attractions

Enjoy a great family day out at a local attraction near BL1 7NW, including theme parks, castles, historic castles & more.

Attractions near BL1 7NW

Hotels and Bed & Breakfast

Hotels

Comfortable, quality bed & breakfast and hotel accommodation located within a 15 miles of the postcode area BL1 7NW.

Hotels near BL1 7NW

Tourist Information

Tourist Information

Locate the nearest car parks near BL1 7NW, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.

Tourist Information BL1 7NW

Local Amenities

BL1 7NW
Banks near BL1 7NW

Banks

Find the nearest bank or building society in BL1 7NW. Map locations, email addresses & customer services phone numbers.

Banks near BL1 7NW

Cash Machines (ATMs)

Cash Machines

Locations of the nearest cash withdrawal machines (ATMs) in the BL1 7NW postcode area that dispense money.

Cach Machines near BL1 7NW

Schools

Schools

The nearest schools in the BL1 7NW area, including their latest Ofsted Results, pupil statistics and test results.

Schools near BL1 7NW

Shopping Centres

Shopping Centres

Shop until you drop at a retail park or shopping centre near here. There's nothing quite like a bit of retail therapy.

Shopping Centres BL1 7NW

Police Stations

Police Stations

Report a crime or make an enquiry at your local police station or constabulary in your area. Phone 101 in a non-emergency.

Police Stations in BL1 7NW

Emergencies

Emergency Facilities

A handy list of emergency information in this area, including hospitals, doctors, chemists and emergency services near BL1 7NW.

Emergencies in BL1 7NW

Post Offices

Post Offices

Whether you want to send a letter, make a Post Office transaction or pop a letter in the local postbox, we've got you covered.

Post Offices in BL1 7NW

Libraries

Libraries

A useful list of lending libraries located in and around BL1 7NW. May also lend CDs and DVDs, and other services available.

Libraries in BL1 7NW

Your views ofBL1 7NW

Chris H

Thursday, March 28, 2024

We don't have any views of Bl17nw right now. If you live in Bl17nw or have visited it, please help us to help others by telling others what you think of this neighbourhood.


Add your view of BL1 7NW

People need your local expertise. If you live in BL1 7NW or have first-hand knowledge of the neighbourhood, please consider sharing your views. It's completely anonymous - all we ask is for your initials.

Your initials
Email (never published)
Your review

Please tell us what you like about the BL1 7NW postcode area, what you don't like, and what it's like to live or work here.

Your opinions on...
LOCAL AMENITIES
FAMILY FRIENDLY
PARKING
GREEN SPACES
----
Compare Conveyancing Quotes

Essential InformationBL1 7NW

BL17NW Postcode Breakdown

BLAREA1DISTRICT7SECTORNWUNIT
Full PostcodeBL1 7NW
Latitude/Longitude,
Postal TownBolton
Easting
Northing
Ward Name
MSOA Name
LSOA Name
CountyGreater Manchester
Region
CountryEngland
Local Authority
Local Authority Code
Area ClassificationUrban with Major Conurbation

BL17NW Postal District

Compass Postal District

BL1 7NW postcode is located in the postal town of Bolton. Bolton postal area may cover a large geographical region that may correspond to several postal districts, which may include many towns and/or villages. Use the map to determine the geographical location of the postcode BL1 7NW.

Nearest Towns & Cities
Bolton1.9 miles E
Belmont2.6 miles NW
Bradshaw2.9 miles E
Horwich3.2 miles W
Turton3.7 miles E
Harwood3.8 miles E
Westhoughton3.9 miles SW
Rivington4.1 miles W
Edgworth4.3 miles E
Farnworth4.5 miles SE
Adlington5.3 miles W
Tyldesley5.7 miles S
Atherton5.9 miles S
Walkden6.4 miles SE
Hindley6.5 miles SW
London177 miles SE
Glasgow169 miles NW
Edinburgh165 miles N
Cardiff148 miles S
Liverpool25 miles W
Southampton192 miles SE
Saint Ives193 miles S

Charity shop where special friendships are made

A widow who cared for her husband for seven years says the hub has been a "tremendous help" to her.

BBC News

Boy, 4, dies after being hit by minibus

The child died after he was struck by a Citroen Relay minibus while riding his bike, police say.

BBC News

Eric Morecambe's widow Joan dies aged 97

The widow of comedian Eric Morecambe has passed away "peacefully" after a short illness.

BBC News

Man jailed for murdering homeless friend

Alison Dodds was brutally attacked by someone she trusted after being offered a safe place to stay.

BBC News

Morecambe 2-3 Gillingham

Gillingham twice come from behind to claim victory over fellow League Two play-off contenders Morecambe.

BBC News

Lyon's Lancashire stint cut to seven games

Spinner Nathan Lyon will now only be available for seven of Lancashire's County Championship games.

BBC News

Robot pets bring comfort to care home residents

The pretend pooches and fake felines are being used at Belvedere Manor Care Home in Colne, Lancashire

BBC News

Blackpool South by-election to take place in May

It comes after Ex-Tory MP Scott Benton stood down rather than face a recall petition.

BBC News

From the Postcode Area blog

Deciphering Crime Rates - a Deep Dive Into UK Postcode Analysis

Deciphering Crime Rates - a Deep Dive Into UK Postcode Analysis

Ever wondered about the crime rate in your UK postcode? You're not alone. We've dug deep into the data, uncovering trends and patterns that'll make your head spin.

Read more

Death of the High Street?

Death of the High Street?

The BBC reports that despite councils' attempts to kurb them, the UK's high streets have seen a huge growth in fast food outlets. Could this mark the death knell for the Great British high street, and what can we do about it to halt its decline?

Read more

Discrimination by Postcode

Discrimination by Postcode

You really couldn't make it up, could you? Some of the country's most vulnerable people are missing out on their weekly £25 Cold Weather Payment, just because the system that's in operation is discriminating against them because payments are based on postcode, rather than geographic location.

Read more

The Redesign is Underway

The Redesign is Underway

Well, the current website was absolutely in dire need of a good redesign - from the ground up. So I set out to pull it all apart and get it up and running again to become the most comprehensive guide to every postcode in the UK. And it's been a long, tough job from start to finish - and quite possibly the biggest project I've ever undertaken.

Read more

53.59982
-2.471158