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Location in Greater ManchesterTonge Fold sits where the marker shows within the county.

47,208
Population
20,113
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£42,529
Avg. household income
1,311
Businesses
2,086
People per km²
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About Tonge Fold

Tonge Fold is a residential area located in Greater Manchester, England, within the BL2 postcode area. It is primarily a suburban community that offers a mix of housing options, catering to families and individuals alike. The area features local amenities, including shops and schools, which provide essential services to residents.

Surrounding Tonge Fold are several parks and green spaces, ideal for outdoor activities and leisurely walks. The area is well-connected by public transport, making it easy to access nearby towns and the city centre of Bolton. With its community feel and practical facilities, Tonge Fold serves as a convenient place for those looking to settle in the Greater Manchester region.

School Ratings in Tonge Fold

There are 229 schools in and around Tonge Fold. Moorgate Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Tonge Fold

The average property price is £191K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £128K.

Deprivation and Employment in Tonge Fold

Tonge Fold 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.

Healthcare in Tonge Fold

There are 76 GP surgeries within three miles of Tonge Fold, the nearest being Tonge Fold Health Centre (0.2 miles away).

Local Data for Tonge Fold

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Property Prices 5,883 sales

Average Price £191K
£150 , £13M
Detached £314K 864
Semi £188K 2,127
Terraced £128K 2,307
Flat £114K 226

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

140 Primary
28 Secondary
61 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 9
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BL2 postcode area.

Forwards Centre Not applicable 0.4 miles Leverhulme Family Hub Link Site 0.4 miles Moorgate Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.4 miles Leverhulme Community Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Tonge Moor Primary Academy Primary Good 0.5 miles Tonge Family Hub 0.6 miles St Stephen and All Martyrs' CofE School, Lever Bridge Primary Good 0.6 miles Breightmet School Not applicable Requires Improvement 0.6 miles Bolton Parish Church, Church of England Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Red Lane Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Bright Meadows Family Hub 0.8 miles SS Osmund and Andrew's R.C. Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles

Household Income in Tonge Fold ONS 2023

The average total household income in Tonge Fold is approximately £42,529 a year before tax, 23% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £32,727. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Tonge Fold £42,529
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £32,727.

Businesses in Tonge Fold ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,311 active businesses based in Tonge Fold, around 28 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 16 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,311 Total businesses
28 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Tonge Fold IMD 2025

Tonge Fold 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
4/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 20%
Working age 60%
Older 65+ 20%
9,561 Children (0-15) 20%
28,338 Working Age 60%
9,317 Older (65+) 20%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 44.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 24.9% 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

Bolton Train Station 1.1 miles
Hall-I-Th-Wood Train Station 1.2 miles
Farnworth Train Station 2.2 miles
Bromley Cross (Lancs) Train Station 2.3 miles
Kearsley (Manchester) Train Station 2.8 miles
Walkden Train Station 4.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Breightmet 0.6 miles Mill Hill 0.6 miles Darcy Lever 0.6 miles Tonge Moor 0.9 miles Firwood Fold 1.2 miles Burnden 1.2 miles Bradley Fold 1.4 miles Rose Hill 1.4 miles Bolton 1.4 miles Hall i' th' Wood 1.4 miles Great Lever 1.4 miles Harwood 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Bolton
Ward Tonge with the Haulgh
Constituency Bolton North East
Parish Bolton, unparished area
Region North West

Home Ownership in Tonge Fold

Of the 20,112 households in and around Tonge Fold, 63% are owned, 22% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 63% Social rented 22% Private rented 15%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Tonge Fold.

Frequently Asked Questions about Tonge Fold

What is the population of Tonge Fold?
Tonge Fold has a population of approximately 47,208 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Tonge Fold?
The average property in and around Tonge Fold sold for about £190,707, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 45% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Tonge Fold a deprived area?
Tonge Fold sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Tonge Fold?
Tonge Fold is covered by the BL2 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Tonge Fold?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Tonge Fold, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Tonge Fold?
The nearest railway station to Tonge Fold is Bolton Train Station, about 1.1 miles away.

Streets in BL2 30 shown View all streets

A579 1 Abingdon Road 1 Acre Field 1 Ainsworth Court 1 Ainsworth Hall Road 4 Ainsworth Lane 6 Aire Drive 1 Aldercroft Avenue 2 Alders Close 1 Alders Lane 1 Aldford Grove 1 Alexander Road 1 Alford Close 1 Ambleside Close 1 Angle Street 1 Appledore Drive 2 Archer Avenue 2 Archer Grove 1 Arlen Court 1 Arnside Grove 1 Arthur Lane 6 Ash Grove 1 Ashbourne Avenue 1 Ashcombe Drive 1 Ashdene Crescent 4 Ashdown Drive 1 Ashes Drive 1 Ashford Close 1 Ashley Avenue 1 Ashness Drive 1

Postcodes in BL2 50 shown View all postcodes

BL2 1AA BL2 1AB BL2 1AD BL2 1AE BL2 1AF BL2 1AG BL2 1AH BL2 1AJ BL2 1AL BL2 1AP BL2 1AQ BL2 1AR BL2 1AS BL2 1AT BL2 1AU BL2 1AW BL2 1AY BL2 1AZ BL2 1BA BL2 1BE BL2 1BJ BL2 1BQ BL2 1BR BL2 1BT BL2 1BX BL2 1BY BL2 1BZ BL2 1DA BL2 1DB BL2 1DE BL2 1DG BL2 1DH BL2 1DP BL2 1DS BL2 1DU BL2 1DW BL2 1DZ BL2 1EG BL2 1EH BL2 1ES BL2 1ET BL2 1EW BL2 1EX BL2 1FN BL2 1HA BL2 1HD BL2 1HE BL2 1HF BL2 1HL BL2 1HP