About Hawkshaw

Hawkshaw is a small village located in Greater Manchester, England, within the BL8 postcode area. It is situated near the West Pennine Moors, offering access to various walking trails and natural landscapes. The village has a mix of residential homes and local amenities, including a few shops and a primary school, catering to the needs of its residents. The community in Hawkshaw is close-knit, with local events often bringing people together. The area is well-connected by road, making it easy to reach nearby towns and cities. For those interested in outdoor activities, the surrounding moors provide opportunities for hiking and enjoying the countryside. Overall, Hawkshaw offers a quiet village atmosphere while remaining accessible to the amenities of the larger urban areas nearby.

School Ratings in Hawkshaw

Families in Hawkshaw have access to 137 local schools. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Hawkshaw

Homes sell for an average of £235K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £163K.

Deprivation and Employment in Hawkshaw

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Hawkshaw 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Hawkshaw

Hawkshaw 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 5,164 sales

Average Price £235K
£175 — £1.96M
Detached £373K 1,325
Semi £225K 1,537
Terraced £163K 1,761
Flat £126K 279

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

81 Primary
14 Secondary
42 Other
St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Hawkshaw Primary 0.4 miles Turton and Edgworth CofE/Methodist Controlled Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Holly Mount Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury Primary Good 1.2 miles Greenmount Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Darul Uloom Al Arabiya Al Islamiya Good 1.6 miles Woodhey High School Secondary 1.6 miles Holcombe Brook Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Hazlehurst Primary Academy Primary 1.8 miles Emmanuel Holcombe Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Tottington High School Secondary Requires Improvement 2.1 miles St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Ramsbottom, a Voluntary Academy Primary 2.1 miles Eagley Junior School Primary 2.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Hawkshaw IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Hawkshaw 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
9,460 Children (0-15) 18%
31,835 Working Age 59%
15,569 Older (60+) 29%
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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Bromley Cross (Lancs) Train Station 2.2 miles
Entwistle Train Station 2.2 miles
Hall-I-Th-Wood Train Station 3.3 miles
Bolton Train Station 4.8 miles
Darwen Train Station 5.9 miles
Farnworth Train Station 5.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Edgworth 0.9 miles Turton Bottoms 1.2 miles Chapeltown 1.2 miles Affetside 1.2 miles Greenmount 1.4 miles Holcombe Brook 1.4 miles Bromley Cross 1.8 miles Woodhey 1.9 miles Hazelhurst 1.9 miles Holcombe 2 miles Ramsbottom 2 miles Harwood Lee 2 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in BL8 30 shown View all streets

A58 5 Abbey Drive 1 Acres Street 1 Adlington Close 1 Affetside Drive 1 Ainsdale Avenue 1 Ainsworth Road 18 Albemarle Place 1 Albion Court 1 Albion Street 1 Alcester Close 1 Alder Close 1 All Saints Place 1 Allen Street 1 Alston Street 1 Anderton Close 1 Annecy Close 1 Appleby Close 1 Arthur Street 1 Arundel Close 2 Ash Grove 1 Ashford Close 1 Ashington Drive 3 Ashwood Drive 2 Ashworth Street 2 Atherstone Close 1 Avallon Close 1 Back Ashworth Street 1 Back Bolton Road North 1 Back Bolton Road South 1

Postcodes in BL8 50 shown View all postcodes

BL8 1AA BL8 1AB BL8 1AE BL8 1AF BL8 1AH BL8 1AJ BL8 1AL BL8 1AN BL8 1AP BL8 1AQ BL8 1AR BL8 1AS BL8 1AT BL8 1AU BL8 1AW BL8 1AX BL8 1AY BL8 1AZ BL8 1BA BL8 1BB BL8 1BD BL8 1BE BL8 1BH BL8 1BJ BL8 1BN BL8 1BP BL8 1BR BL8 1BS BL8 1BT BL8 1BU BL8 1BX BL8 1BY BL8 1BZ BL8 1DA BL8 1DB BL8 1DD BL8 1DE BL8 1DH BL8 1DJ BL8 1DL BL8 1DN BL8 1DP BL8 1DQ BL8 1DR BL8 1DS BL8 1DT BL8 1DU BL8 1DW BL8 1DX BL8 1DY