According to the 2021 Census, 19,243 Muslims live in the Metropolitan Borough of Bury, representing 9.9% of the total population. This was a rise from 6.1% in 2011. The Muslim community is one of the larger religious groups in the area, which also has a significant Jewish population.
In 2021, 82.9% (160,710) of usual residents in Bury identified their ethnic group within the high-level “White” category, similar to the figure for England and Wales (81.7%, 48.7 million).
This is reflected in Bury, as 48.8% of the population (94,671 people) described themselves as “Christian”, a reduction from 62.7% (116,036) in 2011. “No religion” was the second most common response in Bury, increasing by nearly 11% from 18.6% in 2011 to 29.4% in 2021.
If you're considering a move to Greater Manchester or investing in property this year, Bury should be high on your list. With excellent schools, strong transport links, vibrant communities and access to beautiful countryside, Bury offers the perfect balance between town and rural life.
According to the latest 2021 census, the population in Bury is predominantly white (83%), with non-white minorities representing the remaining 17% of the population.
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Just a short tram ride away from Manchester, this lively town mixes independent markets, brilliant food, rich history, and stunning countryside - all with that classic Northern charm. Famous for its world-renowned Bury Market (and yes, Black Pudding), this town is much more than just a shopping stop.
Yes, Islam is growing in the UK, being the fastest-growing religion according to the 2021 census, with the Muslim population reaching 3.9 million (6.5% of the total), up from 2.7 million in 2011, driven by both higher birth rates in the younger Muslim demographic and migration, though some growth also reflects increased willingness to self-identify as Muslim.
In total, London and the counties around it are host to 70.56% of England and Wales' Jewish population, as of 2021. The next most significant population is in Greater Manchester, a community of more than 28,000, mostly in Bury (10,730), Salford (10,370), Manchester (2,630), and Trafford (2,410).
As we have seen, Jews make up just under 0.5% of the national population, about the same proportion as in the last two censuses. Therefore, in 2021, just 5 out of 1,000 people in England and Wales were Jewish compared with 462 Christians, 65 Muslims and 17 Hindus.
Figures from Sport England's active lives adult survey show 7.4% of Bury respondents aged 16 and over in the two years to November 2024 said they felt lonely "often or always". Loneliness is defined as an "unwelcome feeling of lack or loss of companionship".
The fastest-growing minority in the UK, particularly in terms of percentage increase and becoming a significant demographic, is often identified as Mixed/Multiple ethnic groups, closely followed by growth within the Asian, Asian British or Asian Welsh category and the Other ethnic group (including White Other), with significant drivers being migration, differing fertility/ageing patterns, and evolving self-identification in censuses.
A major study conducted by missionary David Garrison, highlighted in his 2014 book “A Wind in the House of Islam,” estimates that between 2 and 7 million Muslims have converted to Christianity worldwide in the past two decades. Garrison calls this movement “the greatest turning of Muslims to Christ in history.”
Large-scale immigration of Muslims to Britain began after World War II, as a result of the destruction and labour shortages caused by the war. Muslim migrants from former British colonies, predominantly India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, were recruited in large numbers by government and businesses to rebuild the country.
Yes, Edinburgh is a safe and welcoming city for Muslims, with a growing multicultural population and inclusive community values. The city is home to multiple mosques, Islamic centres, and halal restaurants.
With its rich history, beautiful landscapes, and strong sense of community, Bury is undoubtedly one of Greater Manchester's most appealing places to call home.
The oldest pub in Bury is the stunning The Two Tubs which has parts of it that date back to the 1600s… including part of an original wattle and daub wall! Now owned by Thwaites, this historic piece of the local town is being expertly cared for and looks to be a thriving beer house…