Living in BL8: Liveability Score 57/100
Bury, North West
Last updated 25 June 2026
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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
1 Outstanding, 36 Good out of 45 rated schools.
Healthcare meets national standards across most CQC measures. 2 GP surgeries and 2 hospital facilities serve the area.
89% gigabit coverage; 96% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 7/10, below average deprivation.
Band D council tax £2,555/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are above average.
Transport
Good transport links with regular public transport options.
Lifestyle
Average amenity provision: basic shops and services available. Around 156 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
BL8 covers 1,015 active postcodes in Bury, North West.
Frequently asked questions
Is BL8 a safe area to live?
BL8 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 BL8?
Schools in BL8 score 65/100. 1 Outstanding, 36 Good out of 45 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in BL8?
Broadband in BL8 scores 60/100. 89% gigabit coverage; 96% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does BL8 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include BL9, M26, BL2. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for BL8?
BL8 scores 57/100, 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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