About Starling

Starling is a small area located in Greater Manchester, England, within the BL8 postcode area. It is primarily a residential community, offering a mix of housing options for families and individuals. The area is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, making it convenient for commuting and accessing local amenities. In terms of facilities, Starling has several shops and services to cater to everyday needs. There are parks and green spaces nearby, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation. The local transport links include bus services that connect residents to the wider Greater Manchester area, ensuring ease of travel for work or leisure. Overall, Starling presents a practical choice for those looking to reside in a suburban setting with essential amenities close at hand.

School Ratings in Starling

There are 237 schools in and around Starling. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Starling

The average property price is £235K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £163K.

Deprivation and Employment in Starling

Starling sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Starling

Broadband speeds in Starling 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 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

140 Primary
29 Secondary
68 Other
Lowercroft Primary School Primary Good 0.1 miles Greenhill Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Chantlers Primary School Primary 0.6 miles St Stephen's Church of England Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Christ Church Ainsworth Church of England Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Christ Church CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles The Elton High School Secondary Good 0.9 miles Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury Primary 1 miles Forestwood School Good 1 miles Mill School - Bury Good 1.2 miles Elton Community Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Radcliffe Primary Good 1.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Starling IMD 2025

Starling sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

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

Hall-I-Th-Wood Train Station 3.1 miles
Bromley Cross (Lancs) Train Station 3.3 miles
Farnworth Train Station 3.4 miles
Kearsley (Manchester) Train Station 3.5 miles
Bolton Train Station 3.7 miles
Clifton (Manchester) Train Station 4.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Ainsworth 0.6 miles Walshaw 0.6 miles Halfway Houses 0.9 miles Woolfold 0.9 miles Bolholt 0.9 miles Elton 1.2 miles Black Lane 1.2 miles Tottington 1.2 miles Harwood 1.4 miles Four Lane Ends 1.4 miles Kirklees 1.4 miles Bradley Fold 1.8 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