Our people
Population
Bolton has a population of 298,903 people. This has steadily increased from 261,300 people in 1991.
Children and young people
This section contains information about issues that specifically affect younger people.
Equality characteristics
We want Bolton to be a place where everyone is able to achieve their full potential, regardless of their background, their circumstances, or where they live.
Ethnicity
Bolton is richly diverse with over one fifth of the population from a Black, Asian or Minority ethnic (BAME) background. According to Census (2011) data, the proportion of the population from a BAME background doubled between 2001 and 2011.
Religion and belief
The national Census publishes data on religion and belief at local and national levels, which is considered the most reliable.
Deprivation
Deprivation in England is measured using the Index of Multiple Deprivation. The Index of Multiple Deprivation (IMD) rank is based on seven domains of deprivation.
Births, deaths and population movement
The birth to death ratio allows comparison of local authorities with national level statistics, giving the rate of births to every one death.
Causes of death
Mortality is the number of deaths, in general or specific to a cause, in a particular population.
Life expectancy
Life expectancy is an important, globally recognised measure of the health of a population.
