Postcode BL1 7RQ is located in a major urban area, within the Astley Bridge ward of Bolton in the North West region , and forms part of the Eagley & Sharples area. It has moderate deprivation level. It has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels. The average income of residents in Eagley & Sharples is £43,200 per year. The nearest station is Bromley Cross (Lancs) located about 0.5 miles away. There are 10 primary and 3 secondary schools in the area. There are 2 parks nearby, closest medium park is Sharples Park.
Eagley & Sharples has a low level of deprivation, ranked at position 22,815 out of 32,844 areas in the United Kingdom — placing it within the bottom 31% least deprived areas in England.
Eagley & Sharples has a low crime rate.
Approximately 1.6% of homes on this street are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. Across the surrounding area, around 5.3% of dwellings are socially rented.
The average income of residents in Eagley & Sharples is £43,200 per year.
No significant noise sources from railways or roads near BL1 7RQ.
Eagley & Sharples near BL1 7RQ has no flood risk (less than 0.1% chance of a flood each year) from rivers and sea.
Based on 185 recent sales, the median property price is £180,000 in Astley Bridge area, with individual transactions ranging from £63,500 up to £510,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £317,500; semi-detached at £235,000; terraced at £146,500; flats at £102,250.
10 years price trend in Astley Bridge
In the BL1 7RQ postcode area, located within Eagley & Sharples, there are 10 primary and 3 secondary schools in close proximity.
| Distance | Phase | Name | Type | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.2 mi | Secondary | Sharples School | Academy converter | Good | |
| 0.2 mi | Primary | The Oaks Primary School | Community school | Good | |
| 0.2 mi | Primary | Sharples Primary School | Community school | Good |
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2025.