About Astley Bridge

Astley Bridge is a small settlement located in the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan, within Greater Manchester, England. It lies just east of the town of Wigan, near the River Douglas, and is part of the historic county of Lancashire. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of terraced and semi-detached houses, and is close to the M61 motorway, providing convenient access to nearby towns and cities. The village is known for its community spirit and local amenities, including a primary school and a few small shops. The postcode area BL1 covers the surrounding region, including parts of Wigan and nearby villages. Astley Bridge has a long history tied to the textile industry and local coal mining, with remnants of industrial heritage still visible in the landscape.

School Ratings in Astley Bridge

Astley Bridge is served by 177 schools. Oxford Grove Primary School, The Valley Community Primary School and Eden Boys' School, Bolton are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Astley Bridge

Property prices average £199K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £117K.

Deprivation and Employment in Astley Bridge

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Astley Bridge falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Astley Bridge

Most properties in Astley Bridge can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 9,271 sales

Average Price £199K
£100 — £24.72M
Detached £407K 1,260
Semi £207K 2,122
Terraced £117K 3,960
Flat £109K 1,310

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

107 Primary
20 Secondary
50 Other
High Lawn Primary School Primary 141 yards The Oaks Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Oldhams Family Hub 0.3 miles Sharples School Secondary 0.3 miles Sharples Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Holy Infant and St Anthony RC Primary School Primary 0.4 miles St Paul's CofE Primary School, Astley Bridge Primary 0.6 miles Thornleigh Salesian College Secondary 0.7 miles St John the Evangelist RC Primary School, Bromley Cross, Bolton Primary Good 0.7 miles Birtenshaw School Bolton Good 0.7 miles Bromley Cross Family Hub Link Site 0.8 miles Turton School Secondary 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Astley Bridge IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Astley Bridge in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
4/10
19,838 Children (0-15) 22%
54,853 Working Age 61%
18,905 Older (60+) 21%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 48.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 31% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Bromley Cross (Lancs) Train Station 1 miles
Hall-I-Th-Wood Train Station 1.1 miles
Bolton Train Station 2.4 miles
Entwistle Train Station 3.3 miles
Farnworth Train Station 4.4 miles
Horwich Parkway Train Station 4.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bank Top 0.6 miles Eagley 0.6 miles Hall i' th' Wood 0.9 miles Sharples 0.9 miles Toppings 0.9 miles Horrocks Fold 0.9 miles Bradshaw 1.2 miles Cox Green 1.2 miles Egerton 1.2 miles Dunscar 1.2 miles Firwood Fold 1.4 miles Bromley Cross 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Bolton
Ward Great Lever
Constituency Bolton South East
Parish Bolton, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in BL1 30 shown View all streets

Abercorn Road 2 Adisham Drive 1 Adrian Road 1 Ainslie Road 1 Ainsworth Street 1 Albert Road 1 Albert Road West 4 Alderley Avenue 1 All Saints Street 1 Almond Grove 2 Almond Street 1 Amblethorn Drive 1 Andrew Lane 1 Anson Street 1 Arch Street 1 Arnold Street 2 Arundel Street 2 Ash Leigh Drive 1 Ashbee Street 1 Ashburner Street 4 Ashfield Grove 1 Ashford Walk 1 Ashington Close 1 Ashover Close 1 Ashworth Lane 8 Aspen Close 1 Astley Brook Close 2 Astley Lane 2 Astley Street 3 Athlone Avenue 3

Postcodes in BL1 50 shown View all postcodes

BL1 1AP BL1 1AQ BL1 1AR BL1 1AS BL1 1AT BL1 1AU BL1 1AW BL1 1BB BL1 1BD BL1 1BG BL1 1BH BL1 1BL BL1 1BN BL1 1BQ BL1 1BR BL1 1BU BL1 1DA BL1 1DB BL1 1DD BL1 1DF BL1 1DG BL1 1DR BL1 1DW BL1 1DY BL1 1EA BL1 1EB BL1 1EE BL1 1EJ BL1 1EL BL1 1ES BL1 1ET BL1 1EX BL1 1EZ BL1 1FH BL1 1HA BL1 1HH BL1 1HJ BL1 1HL BL1 1HQ BL1 1HR BL1 1HU BL1 1HX BL1 1JL BL1 1JN BL1 1JT BL1 1JU BL1 1JW BL1 1JZ BL1 1LD BL1 1LE