bolton BL7 Postcodes

Bolton (BL7)

The BL7 postcode area is located in the Bolton postcode town region, within the county of Lancashire, and contains a total of 608 individual postcodes.

There are 42 electoral wards in the BL7 postcode area, including Bolton, Bury which come under the local authority of the Blackburn with Darwen Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 34% of people in BL7 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of BL7 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.

The BL7 postcode is in Bolton district, located in Greater Manchester. It consists of several suburbs and villages including Bromley Cross, Bradshaw, Edgworth, Turton, Turton Bottoms, Chapeltown, Egerton, Belmont, and Harwood. According to research conducted in 2018, the BL7 postcode had an estimated population of 11,769.

The area consists mainly of residential dwellings, although there is a small amount of commercial business. Most residential areas in the BL7 postcode are regarded as being from “Middle England”. This part of Greater Manchester is home to a wealth of local amenities such as shops, pubs, restaurants, sports clubs, schools, and public transportation links from both the motorway and local railway lines.

The BL7 postcode is known for its beauty and countryside setting, located on the edge of the West Pennine Moors. The nearby River Tonge flows through the district and adds to its tranquil atmosphere, while the Nine Arches Viaduct provides a backdrop which is worth capturing on film.

The area has a rich history dating back to 900AD when it was part of Anglezarke, a district consisting of four townships. The lords of this district were recorded to be the Levers of Lever Hall, located in the nearby Lever Park. The area has been historically significant in both the local textile industry, and in the conservation of the area's wildlife.

The BL7 postcode also provides access to some of the best attractions in the area, such as Turton Tower, which dates back to the 16th century, as well as Jumbles Country Park and the recently developed Bolton International Golf Centre. This area is also home to the Turton and Entwistle Reservoir.

Finally, some of the most notable people living in the area include actors Hayley Mills and Harry Potter's John Cleese, and footballer Ashley Young.

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