Living in BL0: Liveability Score 52/100
Bury, North West
Last updated 25 June 2026
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BL0 scores 52 but individual postcodes tell the full story
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Score breakdown
Safety & Environment
Recorded crime is above the national average. The police force here doesn’t publish street-level data, so this is a district-level estimate from Home Office recorded-crime totals for Bury (year ending Dec 2025): 18,239 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
Broadly acceptable environment.
Services
2 Outstanding, 33 Good out of 40 rated schools.
Healthcare ratings are broadly average. 2 GP surgeries and 1 hospital facility serve the area.
82% gigabit coverage; 95% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 6/10, below average deprivation.
Band D council tax £2,555/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are above average.
Transport
Moderate transport coverage: some public transport available.
Lifestyle
Average amenity provision: basic shops and services available. Around 130 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
BL0 covers 563 active postcodes in Bury, North West.
Frequently asked questions
Is BL0 a safe area to live?
BL0 scores 33/100 for safety. Recorded crime is above the national average. The police force here doesn’t publish street-level data, so this is a district-level estimate from Home Office recorded-crime totals for Bury (year ending Dec 2025): 18,239 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
What are the schools like in BL0?
Schools in BL0 score 55/100. 2 Outstanding, 33 Good out of 40 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in BL0?
Broadband in BL0 scores 48/100. 82% gigabit coverage; 95% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does BL0 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include BL8, BB4, BL9. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for BL0?
BL0 scores 52/100, rated "Average", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.
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