Abbey Drive is a street located in the town of Bury. It uses the postcode BL8 2HP. The street has a length of approximately 298 metres.
The street is publicly maintained which means that the road is adopted and Bury is responsible for the repair and upkeep of the highway.
The street is located within the Bury District (B) Council's jurisdiction. They provide various services, like refuse collection, and manage council tax collection. It's situated in the North West region of the UK.
The road has been assigned the Unique Street Reference Number of 5100001 in the National Street Gazetteer.
It is located within the county of Greater Manchester, situated in the North West region of the UK. It's 172.18 miles North West from central London., 8.48 miles North West from Manchester, 29.77 miles North East from Liverpool and 35.5 miles South West from Leeds.
ABBEY DRIVE is within the Post Town of BURY
Abbey
Religious (Aramaic)
Road names containing the word "Abbey" are common in the UK, with 705 occurrences, highlighting the significant role religious communities have played in shaping national identity. By the Middle Ages, there was a flourishing of monastic communities, including the Benedictines, Dominicans, and Franciscans. These orders established great abbeys to house their members and practice their religious lives.
Far from leading a cloistered existence, abbeys served as seats of learning, providing alms and medical aid to the communities around them. However, the wealth and power these abbeys amassed eventually drew the envy of English King Henry VIII. He dissolved the monasteries, stripping them of their assets and leaving many of these magnificent buildings in ruins.
The word "Abbey" is derived from the Aramaic "Abba," meaning "Father." In Latin, the male head of an abbey was called "Abbas," and the female head, "Abbatissa." The term for the buildings and community overseen by an abbot or abbess was "Abbatia." After the Norman Conquest, the French form "Abbé" evolved into the English "Abbey" we use today.
In modern times, there has been a resurgence of abbeys. Notable examples include Saint Michael's Abbey in Farnborough and Douai Abbey near Newbury, continuing the legacy of these historic religious communities.
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Map of Abbey Drive
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| Location Note | Central Point of Street - Not Actual Location | |
| MSOA Info | For MSOA E02001028 (Statistical Neighbourhood) | |
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| Distance Info | Green Circle = 10 Minutes Walk (800 metres) | |
Street Crime Data accessed from data.police.uk on 06/10/2024.
Budget Friendly Hotels near Abbey Drive
| Budget Hotel Name | Distance (miles) |
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1: Name:Premier Inn Manchester Bury Address: 5 Knowsley Place Telephone: Visit Hotel Page |
1.36 |
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2: Name:Travelodge Bury Address: Leisure park, Pilsworth Rd, Little 66, Bury, BL9 8RS Telephone: 0871 984 6302 Visit Hotel Page |
2.49 |
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3: Name:Travelodge Bolton Central River Street Address: River St, Bolton, BL2 1BX Telephone: 0871 984 6520 Visit Hotel Page |
3.74 |
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4: Name:Premier Inn Manchester Prestwich Address: Bury New Road Telephone: Visit Hotel Page |
4.10 |
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5: Name:Travelodge Manchester Birch M62 Eastbound Address: Moto Service Area, M62, Heywood, OL10 2QH Telephone: 0871 984 6262 Visit Hotel Page |
4.35 |
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EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) Information for Abbey Drive
UPRN: 100010946954
EPC Current: D
EPC Potential: B
Habitable Rooms: 5
Property Type: Bungalow
Tenure: Owner-occupied
Built Form: Detached
Age Band: 1967-1975
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100010946959
EPC Current: D
EPC Potential: D
Habitable Rooms: 6
Property Type: Bungalow
Tenure: Owner-occupied
Built Form: Detached
Age Band: 1967-1975
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100010946960
EPC Current: C
EPC Potential: B
Habitable Rooms: 4
Property Type: Bungalow
Tenure: Owner-occupied
Built Form: Detached
Age Band: 1983-1990
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100010946963
EPC Current: C
EPC Potential: B
Habitable Rooms: 4
Property Type: House
Tenure: Owner-occupied
Built Form: Semi-Detached
Age Band: 1950-1966
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100010946964
EPC Current: D
EPC Potential: D
Habitable Rooms: 5
Property Type: Bungalow
Tenure: Owner-occupied
Built Form: Detached
Age Band: 1967-1975
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100010946969
EPC Current: D
EPC Potential: B
Habitable Rooms: 5
Property Type: House
Tenure: Owner-occupied
Built Form: Semi-Detached
Age Band: 1967-1975
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100010946972
EPC Current: C
EPC Potential: B
Habitable Rooms: 4
Property Type: Bungalow
Tenure: Owner-occupied
Built Form: Detached
Age Band: 1991-1995
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100010946973
EPC Current: E
EPC Potential: B
Habitable Rooms: 5
Property Type: House
Tenure: Owner-occupied
Built Form: Semi-Detached
Age Band: 1976-1982
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100010946978
EPC Current: D
EPC Potential: C
Habitable Rooms: 8
Property Type: House
Tenure: Owner-occupied
Built Form: Detached
Age Band: 1976-1982
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100010946981
EPC Current: E
EPC Potential: B
Habitable Rooms: 5
Property Type: House
Tenure: Owner-occupied
Built Form: Semi-Detached
Age Band: 1950-1966
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100010946983
EPC Current: D
EPC Potential: B
Habitable Rooms: 5
Property Type: House
Tenure: Owner-occupied
Built Form: Semi-Detached
Age Band: 1950-1966
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100010946985
EPC Current: D
EPC Potential: C
Habitable Rooms: 4
Property Type: House
Tenure: Owner-occupied
Built Form: Semi-Detached
Age Band: 1967-1975
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100010946986
EPC Current: D
EPC Potential: B
Habitable Rooms: 5
Property Type: Bungalow
Tenure: Owner-occupied
Built Form: Detached
Age Band: 1967-1975
Mains Gas: Yes
UPRN: 100010946988
EPC Current: D
EPC Potential: C
Habitable Rooms: 4
Property Type: Bungalow
Tenure: rental (private)
Built Form: Detached
Age Band: 1950-1966
Mains Gas: Yes
House Sales
| Year | High | Low | Average | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | £217,000 | £230,000 | £223,500 | 2 |
| 2020 | £207,500 | £150,000 | £178,750 | 2 |
| 2021 | £332,500 | £332,500 | £332,500 | 1 |
| 2022 | £285,000 | £262,500 | £273,750 | 2 |
| 2023 | £248,000 | £248,000 | £248,000 | 1 |
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Nearby Estate Agents
| Name | Address | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Kristian Allan | Stoneholme, 42 High Street, Walshaw, Bury, BL8 3AN | Visit Website |
| Harrison Estate Agents | 10 Bolton Street, Bury, BL9 0LQ | Visit Website |
| Harrison Lettings and Management� | 10 Bolton Street, Bury, BL9 0LQ | |
| Cardwells Sales, Lettings, Management & Commercial | 14 Market Street, Bury, BL9 0AJ | Visit Website |
| Miller Metcalfe - Bury | 9-11 Market Street, Bury, BL9 0AH | Visit Website |
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Location Details
| Abbey Drive | |
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| Latitude | 53.589894 |
| Longitude | -2.332506 |
| OS Easting (X): | 377992 |
| OS Northing (Y): | 410446 |
| OS Grid Reference: | SD780104 |
Known Residential Addresses for Abbey Drive
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- 34
Roads that have a Junction with Abbey Drive
| Street | Junction Type |
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| Blackrod Drive | junction |
| Rivington Drive | junction |
| Greenhill Road | junction |
Sunset and Sunrise times
| Sunrise | 08:22 |
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| Sunset | 15:54 |
Latest Weather Conditions
| Observed at Weather Station: | Rostherne No 2 22 December 2024 at 13:00 (16.02 miles away) |
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| Current Weather: | Overcast |
| Temperature and Humidity: | 6.2°C (85.2%) |
| Wind Direction and Speed: | WNW (23 mph) |
Population Statistics
| ONS Area Code | E00025048 |
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| ONS Area Name | Semi-Detached Ageing |
| Average Age | 44.94 |
| Area Population | 1470.00 |
| Male Population | 730.00 (50%) |
| Female Population | 740.00 (50%) |
| Benefit Claimants | 5 (0%) |
| LSOA Code: | E01004949 |
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| LSOA Name: | Bury 010A |
| SOA Code: | 8b |
| SOA Name: | |
| MSOA Code: | E02001028 |
| MSOA Name: | Bury 010 |
Nearest Supermarkets
| Tesco Bury Esso Express |
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| Bolton Rd, Bury, BL8 2NZ |
| 0345 677 9774 |
| Distance: 0.59 Miles |
| Directions to Tesco Bury Esso Express |
| Tesco Bury Tottington Rd Express |
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| Tottington Rd, Bury, BL8 1TS |
| 0345 675 7070 |
| Distance: 0.99 Miles |
| Directions to Tesco Bury Tottington Rd Express |
| Tesco Brandlesholme Express |
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| Brandlesholme Rd, Brandlesholme, Bury, BL8 1HS |
| 0345 026 9027 |
| Distance: 1.51 Miles |
| Directions to Tesco Brandlesholme Express |
| Tesco Bury Superstore |
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| Woodfield Retail Park, Peel Way, Bury, BL9 5BY |
| 0345 677 9080 |
| Distance: 1.62 Miles |
| Directions to Tesco Bury Superstore |
Telephone Information
| Dialling Code | Telephone Exchange | Telephone Cabinet | Fibre to the Cabinet or Fibre to the Premises |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0161 | BURY; GREATER MANCHESTER - MRBUR | P53 | FTTC |
Broadband Information
| Speed | Average Speed | Median Speed | Maximum Speed | Next-generation access (NGA) | Number of Connections |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 2 Mbps | 10 | 2.6 | >=30 | Y | 28 |
Local Government
| Local Council Details |
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| Within the area of Bury |
| Visit the Council's Website |
| Town Hall, Knowsley Street, Bury, Lancashire &BL9 OSW |
| Send email |
| Telephone Number: 01612 535 000 |
| Local Member of Parliament |
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| Within the Westminster Parliamentary Constituency of Bury North |
| The Member of Parliament is James Frith |
| Details for the MP James Frith on parliament.uk |
| Details for the MP James Frith on theyworkforyou.com |
| In the 2024 General Election James Frith won with a majority of 6,944 the result was Lab gain from Con. The total electorate was 77,686 |
| Wards, Parish Councils and County Councils |
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| Ward: Church Ward |
| Parish: Unparished area |
| Ceremonial County: Greater Manchester |
Nearest Schools
England Primary Schools
Woodbank Primary School
Address: Woodbank Primary School, Woodbank Primary School Brandlesholme Road, Bury, Lancashire, BL8 1AX
Distance: 1.26 miles
Contact: 01617611253
Elton Community Primary School
Address: Elton Community Primary School, Alston Street, Bury, Lancashire, BL8 1SB
Distance: 0.95 miles
Contact: 01617052674
Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury
Address: Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Primary School, Bury, Leigh Lane, Elton, Bury, Lancashire, BL8 2RH
Distance: 0.73 miles
Contact: 01617644014
Chantlers Primary School
Address: Chantlers Primary School, Foulds Avenue, Bury, Lancashire, BL8 2SF
Distance: 0.33 miles
Contact: 01617611074
Wesley Methodist Primary School
Address: Wesley Methodist Primary School, Forth Road, Radcliffe, Manchester, M26 4PX
Distance: 1.36 miles
Contact:
St Stephen's Church of England Primary School
Address: St Stephen's Church of England Primary School, Colville Drive, Bury, Lancashire, BL8 2DX
Distance: 0.36 miles
Contact: 01617641132
Greenhill Primary School
Address: Greenhill Primary School, Mile Lane, Greenhill Primary School, BURY, Lancashire, BL8 2JH
Distance: 0.14 miles
Contact:
Lowercroft Primary School
Address: Lowercroft Primary School, Ashington Drive, Bury, Lancashire, BL8 2TS
Distance: 0.26 miles
Contact: 01617612798
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Radcliffe
Address: St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Radcliffe, Graves Street, Radcliffe, Manchester, Lancashire, M26 4GE
Distance: 1.19 miles
Contact: 01617232426
Christ Church CofE Primary School
Address: Christ Church CofE Primary School, Church Street, Walshaw, Bury, Lancashire, BL8 3AX
Distance: 0.93 miles
Contact: 01204883415
Christ Church CofE (Aided) Primary School
Address: Christ Church CofE (Aided) Primary School, Church Street, Walshaw, Bury, Lancashire, BL8 3AX
Distance: 0.93 miles
Contact:
Tottington Primary School
Address: Tottington Primary School, Moorside Road, Tottington, Bury, Lancashire, BL8 3HR
Distance: 1.30 miles
Contact:
Christ Church Ainsworth Church of England Primary School
Address: Christ Church Ainsworth Church of England Primary School, Tommy Lane, Ainsworth, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 5SQ
Distance: 1.15 miles
Contact: 01204527484
England Secondary Schools
The Elton High School
Address: The Elton High School, Walshaw Road, Bury, Lancashire, BL8 1RN
Distance: 0.78 miles
Contact: 01617631434
Tottington High School
Address: Tottington High School, Laurel Street, Tottington, Bury, Lancashire, BL8 3LY
Distance: 1.60 miles
Contact:
Nearest Hospitals
| Cygnet Hospital Bury |
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| Address: Buller Street, Bury, BL8 2BS, |
| NHS Sector |
| Cygnet Health Care Limited |
| Telephone: 0161 762 7200 |
| Visit Hospital Website |
| Distance: 1.09 (miles) |
| Directions from to Cygnet Hospital Bury |
| Fairfield General Hospital |
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| Address: Fairfield General Hospital, Rochdale Old Road, Bury, BL9 7TD, |
| NHS Sector |
| Pennine Acute Hospitals NHS Trust |
| Telephone: 0161 624 0420 |
| Visit Hospital Website |
| Distance: 5.2 (miles) |
| Directions from to Fairfield General Hospital |
| Child & Family Service |
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| Address: Fairfield General Hospital, Rochdale, |
| NHS Sector |
| Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust |
| Telephone: 0161 918 8515 |
| Visit Hospital Website |
| Distance: 5.2 (miles) |
| Directions from to Child & Family Service |
Nearest Dentists
Dentists
MILE LANE DENTAL PRACTICE
Address: 80 MILE LANE, BURY, LANCASHIRE, BL8 2JR
Distance: 0.18 miles
Contact: :
EYE AND DENTAL CLINIC
Address: 110 AINSWORTH ROAD, BURY, BL8 2RS
Distance: 0.59 miles
Contact: :
ST ANDREWS DENTAL CARE
Address: 375 AINSWORTH ROAD, RADCLIFFE, MANCHESTER, LANCASHIRE, M26 4HF
Distance: 1.11 miles
Contact: :
DENTAL SURGERY
Address: 10 TENTERDEN STREET, BURY, LANCASHIRE, BL9 0EG
Distance: 1.30 miles
Contact: :
KNOWSLEY DENTAL PRACTICE
Address: 37 KNOWSLEY STREET, BURY, LANCASHIRE, BL9 0ST
Distance: 1.31 miles
Contact: :
DENTAL SURGERY
Address: 2 ST. MARYS PLACE, BURY, LANCASHIRE, BL9 0DZ
Distance: 1.33 miles
Contact: :
Nearest GP Surgeries
Doctors
MILE LANE HEALTH CENTRE
Address: 80 MILE LANE, BURY, LANCASHIRE, BL8 2JR
Distance: 0.18 miles
Contact: tel: 0161 7647804
KNOWSLEY MEDICAL CENTRE
Address: 9-11 KNOWSLEY STREET, BURY, LANCASHIRE, BL9 0ST
Distance: 1.31 miles
Contact: tel: 0161 7641217
PEEL GPS
Address: TOWNSIDE PCC, KNOWSLEY PLACE, KNOWSLEY STREET, BURY, LANCASHIRE, BL9 0SN
Distance: 1.38 miles
Contact: tel: 0161 7621515
TOWNSIDE SURGERY
Address: TOWNSIDE PRIMARY CARE CENTRE, KNOWSLEY PLACE, BURY, LANCASHIRE, BL9 0SN
Distance: 1.38 miles
Contact: tel: 0161 7621600
RIBBLESDALE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Address: TOWNSIDE PCC - KNOWSLEY PL, KNOWSLEY STREET, BURY, LANCASHIRE, BL9 0SN
Distance: 1.38 miles
Contact: tel: 0161 7621650
WOODBANK SURGERY
Address: 2 HUNSTANTON DRIVE, BURY, LANCASHIRE, BL8 1EG
Distance: 1.43 miles
Contact: tel: 0161 7051630
Nearest Dispensing Chemists
Pharmacies
MILE LANE PHARMACY
Address: 66 MILE LANE, BURY, LANCASHIRE, BL8 2JR
Distance: 0.18 miles
Contact: tel: 0161 7645054
FUTURECARE PHARMACY
Address: 14A WHITELEGGE STREET, BURY, LANCASHIRE, BL8 1SW
Distance: 0.91 miles
Contact: tel: 01617 974242
COHENS CHEMIST
Address: 2 KNOWSLEY PLACE, KNOWSLEY STREET, BURY, LANCASHIRE, BL9 0SN
Distance: 1.38 miles
Contact: tel: 01617 645010
FISHPOOL PHARMACY
Address: 14 PARKHILLS ROAD, BURY, LANCASHIRE, BL9 9AX
Distance: 1.50 miles
Contact: tel: 01617 643535
MANOR PHARMACY
Address: 367 BRANDLESHOLME ROAD, BURY, LANCASHIRE, BL8 1HS
Distance: 1.51 miles
Contact: tel: 0161 7644249
BOOTS
Address: 32-36 THE MALL, BURY, LANCASHIRE, BL9 0QQ
Distance: 1.53 miles
Contact: tel: 0161 7645264
Nearest Opticians
Opticians
MARTYN ALLEN RADCLIFFE
Address: 24 MOSS SHAW WAY, RADCLIFFE, MANCHESTER, LANCASHIRE, M26 4NN
Distance: 1.38 miles
Contact: :
ROSE & TARRANT OPTICIANS
Address: 14 CROMPTON STREET, BURY, LANCASHIRE, BL9 0AD
Distance: 1.49 miles
Contact: :
SPECSAVERS (BURY)
Address: UNIT 35, THE HAYMARKET, MILLGATE SHOPPING CENTRE, BURY, LANCASHIRE, BL9 0BX
Distance: 1.52 miles
Contact: :
MONTREAL GROUP LTD
Address: 15 PRINCESS PARADE, BURY, BL9 0QL
Distance: 1.53 miles
Contact: :
SPECSCART (UNION STREET)
Address: 10 UNION STREET, BURY, BL9 0NY
Distance: 1.55 miles
Contact: :
YATES & SUDDELL OPTICIANS (BURY)
Address: 15-19 MINDEN PARADE, BURY, LANCASHIRE, BL9 0QG
Distance: 1.57 miles
Contact: :
Transport
Nearest Rail Stations
Hall-i'-th'-Wood Station is 3.38 miles away.
Address: Hall-i'-th'-Wood station, Crompton Way, Hall-i'-th'-Wood, Lancashire, BL1 8UF
Hall-i'-th'-Wood is situated on the Ribble Valley line and is managed by Northern.
Hall-i'-th'-Wood Station is an unstaffed station.
Bromley Cross (Lancs) Station is 3.57 miles away.
Address: Bromley Cross station, Chapeltown Road, Bromley Cross, Lancashire, BL7 9AG
Bromley Cross (Lancs) is situated on the Ribble Valley line and is managed by Northern.
Bromley Cross (Lancs) Station is staffed on a part time basis.