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Horwich North

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About

Horwich North is a residential area located in the northern part of Horwich, a town within the Metropolitan Borough of Bolton. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It is situated near the West Pennine Moors, offering easy access to green spaces and walking trails. Local amenities include schools, shops, and parks, catering to families and commuters.

The area benefits from good transport links, with Horwich Parkway railway station providing connections to Bolton and Manchester. Nearby, the Middlebrook Retail Park offers shopping and leisure facilities. Horwich North has a quiet, community-focused atmosphere, with local events and sports clubs adding to its appeal. The proximity to both rural landscapes and urban conveniences makes it a practical choice for residents.

Area overview

On average Horwich North has high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 20.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Horwich North is £35,700 per year. There are 3 schools in Horwich North: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
20.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Horwich North Population
7,297
Population density
4,669.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,825
93.49%
Other White
129
1.77%
African
43
0.59%
Indian
43
0.59%
White and Asian (mixed)
41
0.56%
Total population: 7,300

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,054
30.46%
Owns with a mortgage
956
27.63%
Private landlord or letting agency
607
17.54%
Other social rented
393
11.36%
Social rents from council
348
10.06%
Total households: 3,460

Property prices in Horwich North

Based on 111 recent sales, the median property price is £230,000 in Horwich North area, with individual transactions ranging from £35,000 up to £600,825.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Horwich North in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Horwich North over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached31£431,995
Flats8£103,125
Semi-Detached32£240,000
Terraced40£158,750

10 years median price trend in Horwich North

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Horwich North.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.