Peter Kay's work will know he is proud of his Boltonian roots. Shows such as That Peter Kay Thing and Phoenix Nights are all set in Bolton, while a lot of his stand-up material references his beloved hometown.
He grew up in the Daubhill area, specifically in Croston Street; a fairly narrow street with terraced houses lining either side.It looks none too different from any number of streets in the area.Over the past 20 years, houses in the street have sold for as little as £12,000 and have cost just £60,000 on average.One of the more expensive properties on the street was bought just two years ago for a modest £78,000 and it may be hard to believe that the house used to home to one of the country's most loved comedians.
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