Postcode BL5 1BU is located in a major urban area, within the Hulton ward of Bolton in the North West region, and forms part of the Daubhill & Fernhill Gate area. It has moderate deprivation level. It has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels. The average income of residents in Daubhill & Fernhill Gate is £33,800 per year. The nearest station is Atherton located about 1.5 miles away. There are 5 primary and 2 secondary schools in the area.
Daubhill & Fernhill Gate has a moderate level of deprivation, ranked at position 13,742 out of 32,844 areas in the United Kingdom — placing it within the top 42% most deprived areas in England.
Daubhill & Fernhill Gate has a very high crime rate.
Approximately 3.2% of homes on this street are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. Across the surrounding area, around 25.5% of dwellings are socially rented.
The average income of residents in Daubhill & Fernhill Gate is £33,800 per year.
Very High noise level (>=75.0 dB) from road, approximately 95 ft away from BL5 1BU.
Daubhill & Fernhill Gate near BL5 1BU has no flood risk (less than 0.1% chance of a flood each year) from rivers and sea.
The nearest station is Atherton located about 1.5 miles away. There are no other stations nearby.
Based on 185 recent sales, the median property price is £216,000 in Hulton area, with individual transactions ranging from £76,250 up to £700,000.
Price distribution per property type (last year)
Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 41 | £331,200 |
| Flats | 4 | £111,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 78 | £235,000 |
| Terraced | 62 | £156,250 |
10 year median price trend in Hulton
In the BL5 1BU postcode area, located within Daubhill & Fernhill Gate, there are 5 primary and 2 secondary schools in close proximity.
1 nearby supermarkets & convenience stores within mi of BL5 1BU
| Distance | Name | Address | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1 mi | ALDI | A2 Cutacre Way, Middle Hulton, Bolton, BL5 1FN | Walking directions to ALDI |
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.