About Nob End

Nob End is a small area located in Greater Manchester, England, within the BL3 postcode area. It is situated near the banks of the River Irwell, which provides a natural boundary for the locality. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types that reflect the development trends of the region. Nob End is close to several local amenities, including shops and schools, making it a convenient place for families. The surrounding landscape features a combination of green spaces and urban development. Nearby parks offer opportunities for outdoor activities, while the proximity to the river adds to the area's appeal for those who enjoy walking or cycling. Nob End is well-connected to other parts of Greater Manchester, making it accessible for commuters and visitors alike.

School Ratings in Nob End

Families in Nob End have access to 305 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 Nob End

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

Deprivation and Employment in Nob End

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Nob End 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 Nob End

Nob End 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

177 Primary
38 Secondary
90 Other
Mytham Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Mytham Family Hub Link Site 0.4 miles Prestolee Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.4 miles St Matthew's CofE Primary School, Little Lever Primary Good 0.5 miles St Teresa's RC Primary School a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.6 miles Bowness Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Little Lever School Secondary Good 0.7 miles Masefield Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Ladywood School 0.7 miles St John Church of England Primary School, Farnworth Primary 0.8 miles Grosvenor Family Hub Link Site 0.9 miles Grosvenor Nursery School and Day Care Centre Nursery Outstanding 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Nob End IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Nob End 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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Farnworth Train Station 0.7 miles
Kearsley (Manchester) Train Station 0.7 miles
Walkden Train Station 2.6 miles
Bolton Train Station 2.7 miles
Moorside Train Station 2.7 miles
Swinton (Manchester) Train Station 3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Little Lever 0.6 miles Stoneclough 0.6 miles Prestolee 0.6 miles Kearsley 0.6 miles Cinder Hill 0.9 miles Ringley 0.9 miles Moses Gate 1.2 miles Bradley Fold 1.2 miles Burnden 1.4 miles Outwood 1.4 miles New Bury 1.4 miles Farnworth 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