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36,149
Population
15,036
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£52,267
Avg. household income
1,222
Businesses
1,698
People per km²
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About Bolholt

Bolholt is a residential area located in the town of Bolton, within the county of Greater Manchester, England. It lies in the BL8 postcode area and is part of the wider urban landscape of Greater Manchester. The area is primarily made up of housing developments, with a mix of terraced and semi-detached homes. It is situated close to local amenities, including schools, shops, and public transport links, making it convenient for daily living. The surrounding neighbourhoods are well connected by road and rail, with Bolton town centre easily accessible. Bolholt is a quiet, family-friendly community with a strong sense of local identity. It benefits from green spaces and community facilities, contributing to a comfortable and stable environment for residents.

School Ratings in Bolholt

Families in Bolholt have access to 202 local schools. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bolholt

Homes sell for an average of £240K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £167K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bolholt

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Other theft is the leading concern across Bolholt, with 1 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bolholt

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bolholt around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Bolholt

There are 43 GP surgeries within three miles of Bolholt, the nearest being Woodbank Surgery (0.8 miles away).

Property Prices 4,977 sales

Average Price £240K
£175 , £1.96M
Detached £377K 1,260
Semi £231K 1,508
Terraced £167K 1,710
Flat £127K 256

Household Income in Bolholt ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bolholt is approximately £52,267 a year before tax, 5% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,619. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bolholt £52,267
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £38,619.

Businesses in Bolholt ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,222 active businesses based in Bolholt, around 34 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 15 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,222 Total businesses
34 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 92%
Small, 10-49 6%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Bolholt IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Bolholt are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
8/10
Health
6/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 18%
Working age 59%
Older 65+ 23%
6,408 Children (0-15) 18%
21,184 Working Age 59%
8,560 Older (65+) 24%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.5% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.1% 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

Crime in Bolholt 4 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Bolholt are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

Violence & Sexual Offences 2
Other Theft 1
Public Order 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Bromley Cross (Lancs) Train Station 3.6 miles
Hall-I-Th-Wood Train Station 3.7 miles
Farnworth Train Station 4.3 miles
Kearsley (Manchester) Train Station 4.4 miles
Bolton Train Station 4.5 miles
Entwistle Train Station 5.3 miles

Location

Local Government

District Bury
County Lancashire
Ward Elton
Constituency Bury North
Parish Bury, unparished area
Region North West

Home Ownership in Bolholt

Of the 15,359 households in and around Bolholt, 79% are owned, 8% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 79% Social rented 8% Private rented 14%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bolholt.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bolholt

What is the population of Bolholt?
Bolholt has a population of approximately 36,149 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bolholt?
The average property in and around Bolholt sold for about £239,502, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 31% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bolholt a deprived area?
Bolholt sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Bolholt?
Bolholt is covered by the BL8 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Bolholt?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Bolholt, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bolholt?
The nearest railway station to Bolholt is Bromley Cross (Lancs) Train Station, about 3.6 miles away.