Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
141K
Population
55 km2
Area
301 Mbps
Internet
UTC±00:00
Timezone
OVERVIEW
Bolton is a city in United Kingdom with a population of 141K. Internet speeds average 301 Mbps download. The city has 12,703 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
United Kingdom
Region
Northern Europe
Population
141K
Timezone
UTC±00:00
Currency
GBP
Language
English
GPS
53.58, -2.43
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Infrastructure
12,703 points of interest mapped in Bolton — 230 per km2
Tech
301 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
A mid-sized city of 141,331 people
INFRASTRUCTURE
12,703 total POIs 229.9 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
263
Cafes
224
Bars
494
Fast Food
658
Shopping
Supermarkets
135
Convenience
325
Shopping Malls
22
Healthcare
Hospitals
14
Clinics
157
Pharmacies
84
Education
Schools
390
Universities
14
Libraries
38
Recreation
Parks
1,527
Playgrounds
349
Sports
143
Cinemas
7
Museums
17
Theatres
12
Transport
Bus Stops
4,123
Train Stations
50
Fuel Stations
95
Services
Banks
43
ATMs
90
Post Offices
74
Police
15
Fire Stations
16
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
301 Mbps
Download
106 Mbps
Upload
14ms
Latency
51,711
Tests
13,694
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Bolton known for?
Bolton is a city in United Kingdom. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Bolton?
Bolton has an average download speed of 301 Mbps and upload speed of 106 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the population of Bolton?
The population of Bolton is approximately 141K.
What infrastructure does Bolton have?
Bolton has 12,703 mapped points of interest, including 263 restaurants, 14 hospitals, 390 schools.
What country is Bolton in?
Bolton is located in United Kingdom.
