According to the 2021 Census, 9.9% of the population in the Metropolitan Borough of Bury identified as Muslim. With a total population of approximately 193,900, this equates to roughly 19,200 people. This represents an increase from previous years, reflecting a diverse community.
Looking across detailed ethnic categories in Bury, 78.2% of the total population in 2021 identified as "English, Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish or British," indicating a decrease from 85.3% in 2011.
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.
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.
The Pakistani population is the largest ethnic group in Manchester after the White British population. The proportion of residents identifying as Pakistani has increased from 8.5% in 2011 census to 11.9% in 2021 census. This is an equivalent to an increase of almost 23,000 people.
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.
According to the 2011 UK Census results, White British people made up the largest percentage of the population in rural areas, such as Allerdale (99.4%) and Copeland (99.3%) in Cumbria, Ryedale (99.4%) in North Yorkshire, North Norfolk (99.2%) and North Devon (99%).
Fortified towns – the Saxons built 'burhs' to ward off the Viking threat, and 'borough', 'burgh' and 'bury' all relate to the original Old English. River mouths – 'mutha' means mouth, which gives us Exmouth, Plymouth, Yarmouth and so on.
Ramsbottom tops our list as one of the most desirable areas in Bury. This market town boasts Victorian architecture and cobbled streets that transport you to a bygone era.
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…
The Second World War left Bury relatively unscathed although a German Flying bomb destroyed a row of cottages in Tottington in 1944 killing several people The nineteen fifties and sixties saw a great decline in the cotton industry but Bury's diversified other industry helped the area weather the storm.
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.
Bury, renowned for its harmonious fusion of urban amenities and exquisite countryside, provides a delightful living experience is indeed a ideal blend of country landscapes and city conveniences.
At the other end of the scale, the least deprived area is Deansgate and Castlefield - with only 23.3 per cent of residents living in any form of deprivation, with West Didsbury close behind (23.6 per cent).
