About Gilnow

Gilnow is a residential area located in Greater Manchester, England, within the BL3 postcode area. It is primarily a suburban neighbourhood, characterised by its mix of housing types, including semi-detached and terraced homes. The area is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, making it a convenient place for commuting. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, providing essential services to residents. The community in Gilnow is diverse, with a range of cultural backgrounds represented. The area is served by public transport, including bus routes that facilitate easy travel to the centre of Bolton and beyond. Gilnow also offers access to green spaces, allowing for outdoor activities and leisure. Overall, it provides a practical living environment for families and individuals alike.

School Ratings in Gilnow

Families in Gilnow have access to 221 local schools. St Mary's CofE Primary School, Deane and Rumworth School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 23 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Gilnow

Homes sell for an average of £182K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £106K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Gilnow

Crime in the area is lower than the national average.

Deprivation and Employment in Gilnow

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Gilnow within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Gilnow

Gilnow benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,276 sales

Average Price £182K
£110 — £21.4M
Detached £258K 743
Semi £165K 1,908
Terraced £106K 2,939
Flat £90K 298

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

138 Primary
24 Secondary
59 Other
Pikes Lane Primary School Primary 0.1 miles Gilnow Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles University Collegiate School Secondary 0.3 miles Sunning Hill Primary School Primary 0.4 miles St Ethelbert's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.4 miles Bolton College 16 plus Requires Improvement 0.4 miles University of Bolton Good 0.4 miles Haslam Park Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Bolton Sixth Form College 16 plus Good 0.5 miles Bolton Muslim Girls School Secondary 0.5 miles Brandwood Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles St Peter and St Paul RC Primary School a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Gilnow IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Gilnow experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
4/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
4/10
21,437 Children (0-15) 24%
52,915 Working Age 60%
16,907 Older (60+) 19%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 52.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 33% 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 Gilnow 4 crimes · March 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Gilnow 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.

4 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Greater Manchester Rumworth Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Bolton Train Station 0.8 miles
Hall-I-Th-Wood Train Station 2.1 miles
Farnworth Train Station 2.9 miles
Atherton Train Station 3.1 miles
Bromley Cross (Lancs) Train Station 3.2 miles
Westhoughton Train Station 3.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Willows 0 yards Rose Hill 0.6 miles Bolton 0.6 miles Daubhill 0.6 miles Heaton 0.9 miles Fernhill Gate 0.9 miles Halliwell 1.2 miles Brownlow Fold 1.2 miles Lever-Edge 1.2 miles Edge Fold 1.2 miles Markland Hill 1.4 miles Great Lever 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Bolton
Ward Little Lever and Darcy Lever
Constituency Bolton South East
Parish Bolton, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in BL3 30 shown View all streets

Adam Street 2 Addington Road 2 Adelaide Street 2 Ainsdale Road 1 Ainsworth Road 2 Aintree Road 5 Albert Street 2 Albion Street 1 Alice Street 1 Amberley Close 1 Ancroft Gardens 1 Anglia Grove 2 Aqueduct Road 1 Argo Street 1 Armadale Road 11 Arran Close 1 Arthur Street 2 Ascot Road 2 Ashbank Avenue 1 Ashdale Avenue 1 Asher Street 1 Ashton Street 1 Ashworth Avenue 1 Atholl Close 1 Atkinson Avenue 1 Auberson Road 1 Auburn Street 2 Back Alder Street 1 Back Alexandra Street 2 Back Alfred Street 1

Postcodes in BL3 50 shown View all postcodes

BL3 1AA BL3 1AB BL3 1AD BL3 1AF BL3 1AH BL3 1AJ BL3 1AL BL3 1AN BL3 1AP BL3 1AQ BL3 1AS BL3 1AT BL3 1AW BL3 1AY BL3 1AZ BL3 1BA BL3 1BB BL3 1BD BL3 1BE BL3 1BF BL3 1BG BL3 1BH BL3 1BJ BL3 1BL BL3 1BN BL3 1BQ BL3 1BS BL3 1BT BL3 1BU BL3 1BW BL3 1BX BL3 1BY BL3 1BZ BL3 1DA BL3 1DB BL3 1DD BL3 1DE BL3 1DF BL3 1DG BL3 1DH BL3 1DJ BL3 1DL BL3 1DN BL3 1DP BL3 1DQ BL3 1DR BL3 1DS BL3 1DT BL3 1DU BL3 1DW