Hi Tisy,
I think there are more Paynes in the Bolton area, most likely not related to mine, but the names James, John and Thomas are all family names for me, however they are als common names as well, so that doesn't mean anything.
I I can check back I would like to get more information on some of my late 1700's Paynes. You just never know. Emmigration to the New Worlds was a big thing back then, new opportunities for those who either had little or those who wanted to make their fortune elsewhere.
Good Luck in your hunting and I will work on mine - might have to wait a few months, but I aim to work on it.