About Little Lever

Little Lever is a village located in Greater Manchester, England, within the BL3 postcode area. It lies approximately four miles east of Bolton and is part of the Metropolitan Borough of Bolton. The village features a range of local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, catering to the needs of its residents. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. Little Lever has a strong sense of community, often hosting local events and activities. The village is well-connected by public transport, making it easy to access nearby towns and cities. Additionally, the surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities, appealing to those who enjoy nature and walking.

School Ratings in Little Lever

There are 286 schools in and around Little Lever. 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 Little Lever

The average property price is £182K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £106K.

Deprivation and Employment in Little Lever

Little Lever falls within the more deprived areas of England, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment deprivation is higher than average, with a larger share of working-age residents out of work. Household incomes are below the national average, with a higher proportion of residents on low earnings.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Little Lever

Broadband speeds in Little Lever are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. 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

170 Primary
35 Secondary
81 Other
St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Little Lever Primary Good 0.2 miles Mytham Family Hub Link Site 0.2 miles Masefield Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Ladywood School 0.3 miles Mytham Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles St Teresa's RC Primary School a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.3 miles Bowness Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Little Lever School Secondary Good 0.5 miles Blackshaw Primary School Primary 0.8 miles SS Osmund and Andrew's R.C. Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Prestolee Primary School Primary Outstanding 1 miles Radcliffe Children's Centre Hub 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Little Lever IMD 2025

Little Lever falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.

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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Farnworth Train Station 1.2 miles
Kearsley (Manchester) Train Station 1.4 miles
Bolton Train Station 2.4 miles
Hall-I-Th-Wood Train Station 2.9 miles
Walkden Train Station 3.2 miles
Moorside Train Station 3.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bradley Fold 0.6 miles Nob End 0.6 miles Burnden 1.2 miles Stoneclough 1.2 miles Prestolee 1.2 miles Kearsley 1.2 miles Darcy Lever 1.4 miles Moses Gate 1.4 miles Black Lane 1.4 miles Halfway Houses 1.4 miles Cinder Hill 1.4 miles Ringley 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