Heaton, Lostock & Chew Moor

About

Heaton, Lostock & Chew Moor is a residential ward in Bolton, located to the west of the town centre. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced properties. It is well-connected by road, with the A58 and A673 providing easy access to Bolton and nearby towns. Green spaces like Heaton Park and Lostock Park offer recreational areas for residents.

The ward includes the smaller communities of Lostock and Chew Moor, which have their own local amenities, including shops, schools, and pubs. Lostock Junction provides rail links to Manchester and other destinations. The area has a mix of older and newer developments, with some parts retaining a village-like feel. Schools such as Lostock Primary and St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary serve the local population. The ward is predominantly residential, with limited industrial or commercial activity.