Cooper Lane is in Middleton, Manchester and in Rochdale district. M24 5JE is located in the Hopwood Hall 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 Cooper Lane, Middleton, Manchester, M24 5JE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M24 5LE, M24 5LU, M24 6HP, M24 6HW, M24 6HN, M24 5JW, M24 6TN, M24 5LH, M24 6HH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around M24 5JE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.5% | 50.3% | 3.8% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 53.5% | 49.7% | -3.8% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around M24 5JE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 41.8% | 45.5% | 3.7% | 37.9% | 7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.1% | 34.9% | -4.2% | 44.2% | -9.3% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 14.1% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 3.8% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.2% | 59.6% | 10.4% | 48.4% | 11.2% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 28.4% | -5.8% | 33.6% | -5.2% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 8.1% | -3.1% | 12.7% | -4.6% |
| Bad health | 5% | 2.5% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 24.1% | 13.5% | -10.6% | 18.2% | -4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 8.3% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 10.6% | -4.4% | 13.4% | -2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 8% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 20.8% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.5% | 37.8% | 12.3% | 33.8% | 4.0% |
| Other | 5.5% | 1% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 5% | 0.5% | -4.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 2.7% | 4.8% | 2.1% | 2.7% | 2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 7.1% | 5.6% | 2.5% | 4.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 88.8% | 80.9% | -7.9% | 81.4% | -0.5% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 86.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.7% | 86.2% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 3.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 4.8% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 4.6% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.2% | 86.4% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 9% | 8.6% | 9.8% | -0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.4% | 1% | -4.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 1.3% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.8% | 37.2% | -4.4% |
| Christian | 54.5% | 46.2% | 8.3% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 6.6% | 6.5% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cooper Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Castleton 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 fallen by about -33.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Cooper Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £2,300 | 2015-11-18 | £3,798 |
M24 5JE 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 | 157 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acresfield Nursery School Acresfield Road , Middleton M24 2NU | - not rated | 1,705 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunny Brow Nursery School Sunny Brow Road , Archer Park M24 4AD | 4out of 4 | 1,786 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorclose Nursery School Aspinall Street , Middleton M24 2BE | - not rated | 3,083 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Street Nursery Unit Derby Street , OL10 4QJ | - not rated | 4,229 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langley Primary School Thirlmere Drive , Langley M24 5NU | - not rated | 646 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Saxon Nook County Primary School Borrowdale Road , Langley M24 3QG | - not rated | 839 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollin Primary School Waverley Road , Middleton M24 6JG | 3out of 4 | 976 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Middleton Parish Church School Springfield Road , Middleton M24 5DL | - not rated | 1,049 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Middleton Parish Church School Springfield Road , Middleton M24 5DL | - not rated | 1,049 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollin High School Hollin Lane , Middleton M24 3XN | - not rated | 378 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Anne's Church of England Academy Hollin Lane , Middleton M24 6XN | 3out of 4 | 378 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Queen Elizabeth School Hollin Lane , Middleton M24 6XN | - not rated | 378 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley High School Windemere Road , Langley M24 4LA | - not rated | 1,363 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Durnford High School Rectory Street , Middleton M24 3TS | - not rated | 1,391 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Moss Middle School Matthew Moss Lane , OL11 3LU | - not rated | 4,718 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Thornham Middle School Hill Top Drive , Kirkholt OL11 2EH | - not rated | 5,054 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | 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 | 1,286 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alderman Kay School Tintern Road , Hollin M24 6JQ | - not rated | 840 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlands School Waverley Road , Middleton M24 6JG | 3out of 4 | 998 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elizabeth House School Wentworth Close , Middleton M24 4BD | - not rated | 1,711 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Banks Croft School 5 Banks Croft , Hopwood OL10 2NG | - not rated | 2,261 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meade Hill School Chain Road , Higher Blackley M9 6GN | 3out of 4 | 3,359 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardeners Arms | Gardeners Arms, 266 Hollin Lane | 44 yd | |
| Middleton Cricket Club | Middleton Cricket Club, Towncroft Avenue | 948 yd | |
| Crown Inn | The Crown Inn, 52 Rochdale Road | 1,061 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BLT | 263 Hollin Lane | 183 yd | |
| Mi Julie's Chippy | 169 Windermere Road | 386 yd | |
| Mumbai Kitchen | 171 Windermere Road | 386 yd | |
| Golden Inn | 165 Windermere Road | 386 yd | |
| Spindels Sandwich Bar | 2A Hollin Lane | 839 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Anne'S Academy (Closed) Hollins Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 375 yd |
| St Anne'S Academy Stott Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 548 yd |
| Langley Community Primary School (Closed) Thirlmere Drive | grass pitches | 647 yd |
| Middleton Cricket Club ROCHDALE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 912 yd |
| Hollin Community Primary School (Closed) Waverley Road | grass pitches | 975 yd |
| Hollin Primary School WAVERLEY ROAD | 977 yd | |
| St Marys 3G WOOD STREET | artificial grass pitch | 1,043 yd |
| Middleton Parish C Of E Primary School SPRINGFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,051 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.