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About

Little Lever is a suburban area located in the Metropolitan Borough of Bolton, Greater Manchester. It lies approximately 3 miles southeast of Bolton town centre, near the River Irwell. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including terraced homes, semis, and modern developments. Local amenities include shops, pubs, and schools, catering to everyday needs.

The area has historical ties to the textile industry, with remnants of its industrial past still visible. Nearby green spaces like Leverhulme Park provide recreational opportunities. Public transport links connect Little Lever to Bolton and surrounding areas, making it a practical location for commuters. The community has a traditional feel, with local events and clubs fostering a sense of connection among residents.

Area overview

On average Little Lever has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Little Lever is £36,600 per year. There are 7 schools in Little Lever: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
13.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Little Lever Population
10,065
Population density
3,432.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,362
93.01%
Indian
140
1.39%
Pakistani
112
1.11%
Other White
80
0.79%
Irish
65
0.65%
Total population: 10,066

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,905
43.36%
Owns with a mortgage
1,403
31.94%
Private landlord or letting agency
457
10.4%
Social rents from council
280
6.37%
Other social rented
231
5.26%
Total households: 4,393

Property prices in Little Lever

Based on 105 recent sales, the median property price is £210,000 in Little Lever area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £415,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Little Lever 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 Little Lever over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached15£285,000
Flats5£118,000
Semi-Detached61£210,000
Terraced24£141,500

10 years median price trend in Little Lever

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Little Lever.

All postcodes in Little Lever

BL31JA

Lord Street

BL31LH

Little Lever

BL31PN

Nuttall Avenue

BL31PL

Bexhill Close

BL31UB

Bowness Road

BL31XN

Surrey Close

Data Sources

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