Orme Avenue is in Middleton, Manchester and in Rochdale district. M24 1EF is located in the East Middleton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Heywood and Middleton. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Orme Avenue, Middleton, Manchester, M24 1EF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M24 1ES, M24 1EG, M24 1EP, M24 1EQ, M24 1FR, M24 1FP, M24 1FW, M24 1ER, M24 1FS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M24 1EF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 50.7% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 49.2% | 49.3% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of M24 1EF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.8% | 31.7% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52% | 53.9% | 1.9% | 44.2% | 9.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 0.4% | -3.7% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 6.6% | 1.4% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 10% | 5.2% | -4.8% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.8% | 52.2% | 7.4% | 48.4% | 3.8% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 29.7% | -2.8% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 11.9% | -2.3% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 5.3% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.8% | 15.7% | -6.1% | 18.2% | -2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 14.6% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 19.8% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 6.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 6.3% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.8% | 15.7% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 21% | 28% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -5.8% |
| Other | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.5% | 1.8% | -0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 93.7% | 90.8% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 9.4% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 96.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95% | 96.4% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 1.8% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 96.4% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.2% | 76.7% | 13.5% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 8.3% | 13.5% | -5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.1% | 37.2% | -8.1% |
| Christian | 63.8% | 46.2% | 17.6% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Orme Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the East Middleton average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 16.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Orme Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2019-02-22 | £290,035 |
| 7 Orme Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,500 | 2010-05-26 | £320,748 |
| 3 Orme Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £76,026 | 2005-11-30 | £146,050 |
| 7 Orme Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £116,000 | 2004-01-07 | £303,150 |
| 1 Orme Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2002-11-08 | £315,279 |
M24 1EF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 106 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunny Brow Nursery School Sunny Brow Road , Archer Park M24 4AD | 4out of 4 | 1,320 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale Kirkway , Middleton M24 1FL | 3out of 4 | 298 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alkrington Primary School Manor Road , Alkrington M24 1JZ | 3out of 4 | 344 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Roman Catholic Primary School, Middleton, Rochdale Evesham Road , Alkrington M24 1PY | 3out of 4 | 968 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Alkrington Boardman Fold Road , Alkrington M24 1GD | 3out of 4 | 974 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkfield Primary School Harold Street , Middleton M24 4AF | 3out of 4 | 1,367 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middleton Technology School Kenyon Lane , Middleton M24 2GT | 3out of 4 | 1,161 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's RC High School Alworth Road , Higher Blackley M9 0RP | 3out of 4 | 1,919 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy North Manchester 300 Victoria Avenue East , Blackley M9 7SS | 3out of 4 | 1,946 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Co-op Academy Manchester Plant Hill Road , Higher Blackley M9 0WQ | 3out of 4 | 2,589 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Langley Roman Catholic High School Rochdale Road , Middleton M24 2GL | 3out of 4 | 2,740 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus , Rochdale Road M24 6XH | - not rated | 3,277 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oldham College Rochdale Road , OL9 6AA | - not rated | 5,327 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 5,439 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abraham Moss Community School Crescent Road , Crumpsall M8 5UF | 3out of 4 | 4,789 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth House School Wentworth Close , Middleton M24 4BD | - not rated | 1,408 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Meade Hill School Chain Road , Higher Blackley M9 6GN | 3out of 4 | 1,856 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Ridge High School Alworth Road , M9 0RP | 4out of 4 | 1,948 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlands School Waverley Road , Middleton M24 6JG | 3out of 4 | 2,456 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingfisher Special School Foxdenton Lane , Chadderton OL9 9QR | 4out of 4 | 3,060 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mainway Cafe | 211 Kirkway | 582 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 187-189 Kirkway | 582 yd | |
| Cafe Meridia | 6 Kingsway | 634 yd | |
| All that Sparkles | 213 Manchester New Road | 710 yd | |
| Alkrington Community Centre | Alkrington Community Centre, Hardfield Road | 726 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lancashire Fold | 77 Kirkway | 79 yd | |
| Alkrington Tennis & Social Clu | Alkrington Tennis And Social C, Uplands | 295 yd | |
| Thornberries | 179A Kirkway | 582 yd | |
| Woodside | 215 Manchester New Road | 654 yd | |
| The Oddfellows Arms | Oddfellows Arms, 191 Oldham Road | 906 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wing Lee Fish & Chips | 55 Mount Road | 367 yd | |
| The Korner Kitchen | 205 Kirkway | 582 yd | |
| The Mod Cod | 44 Taylor Street | 588 yd | |
| Happy Garden | 70 Grimshaw Lane | 789 yd | |
| Goodbuddies | 221 Grimshaw Lane | 849 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 191-197 Kirkway | 582 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Extra, Park Road | 950 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 57 / S7, Middleton Shopping Centre | 981 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alkrington Tennis And Social Club ALKRINGTON TENNIS AND SOCIAL CLUB ALKRINGTON TENNIS AND SOCIAL CLUB UPLANDS | tennis courts | 344 yd |
| Alkrington Community Primary School MANOR ROAD | grass pitches | 376 yd |
| Middleton Leisure Centre (Middleton) (Closed) Suffield Street | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 887 yd |
| Middleton Arena LANCE CORPORAL JOEL HALLIWELL V C WAY | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 958 yd |
| St Michaels Ce Primary School BOARDMAN FOLD ROAD | grass pitches | 969 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Middleton) F10 F10 MIDDLETON SHOPPING CENTRE | health and fitness suite | 975 yd |
| Powermill Gym (Closed) Lodge Mill Lodge Mill Townley Street | health and fitness suite | 1,013 yd |
| Epic Gym CHEETHAM STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,061 yd |
| Alkrington Moss Community Primary School (Closed) Arden Avenue | grass pitches | 1,082 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 79.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 297.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.