Hollin Lane is in Middleton, Manchester and in Rochdale district. M24 5LB 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 Hollin Lane, Middleton, Manchester, M24 5LB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: M24 5LA, M24 5JA, M24 6EU, M24 5WJ, M24 6FT, M24 5DE, M24 6FU, M24 6FQ, M24 6EG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding M24 5LB has a slightly higher male population, with 53% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 47% | -6.4% | 51.0% | -4.0% |
| Male | 46.6% | 53% | 6.4% | 49.0% | 4.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.1% | 40.6% | 7.5% | 37.9% | 2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.1% | 43.4% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -0.8% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 3.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 5.9% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 6.3% | -2.8% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 44.3% | 37.5% | -6.8% | 48.4% | -10.9% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 36.7% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 18.9% | 7.3% | 12.7% | 6.2% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 6.6% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.1% | 27.1% | -2.0% | 18.2% | 8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.8% | 11.6% | -10.2% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 15.8% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 7.4% | 4.9% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 14.4% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.8% | 21.8% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 4.7% | 1.8% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.3% | 89.1% | -5.2% | 81.4% | 7.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 88.7% 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 | 95.2% | 88.7% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 5.5% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 5.8% | 4.7% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 88.4% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.2% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 3.2% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0.3% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73% | 76.7% | -3.7% |
| Ireland | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.6% |
| Italy | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Lithuania | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.7% | 13.5% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.6% | 37.2% | -10.6% |
| Christian | 63.9% | 46.2% | 17.7% |
| Muslim | 4.3% | 6.5% | -2.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hollin 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 -4.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 120 Hollin Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2024-10-28 | £254,772 |
| 114 Hollin Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2021-10-29 | £379,863 |
| 106 Hollin Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £227,000 | 2020-11-12 | £307,698 |
| 138 Hollin Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £268,000 | 2019-11-27 | £397,642 |
| 110 Hollin Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £221,500 | 2018-01-26 | £350,433 |
M24 5LB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 102 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| 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 | 1,404 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middleton Parish Church School Springfield Road , Middleton M24 5DL | 3out of 4 | 611 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollin Primary School Waverley Road , Middleton M24 6JG | 4out of 4 | 820 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Middleton Wood Street , Langley M24 5GL | 3out of 4 | 838 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkfield Primary School Harold Street , Middleton M24 4AF | 3out of 4 | 1,191 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bowlee Park Community Primary School Windermere Road , Langley M24 4LA | 4out of 4 | 1,316 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne's Church of England Academy Hollin Lane , Middleton M24 6XN | 2out of 4 | 773 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Langley Roman Catholic High School Rochdale Road , Middleton M24 2GL | 3out of 4 | 1,431 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edgar Wood Academy Rochdale Road , Middleton M24 6XH | - not rated | 1,466 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Middleton Technology School Kenyon Lane , Middleton M24 2GT | 3out of 4 | 2,219 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newhouse Academy Newhouse Road , OL10 2NT | - not rated | 2,849 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,443 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newlands School Waverley Road , Middleton M24 6JG | 3out of 4 | 884 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elizabeth House School Wentworth Close , Middleton M24 4BD | - not rated | 1,337 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Meade Hill School Chain Road , Higher Blackley M9 6GN | 3out of 4 | 3,010 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Ridge High School Alworth Road , M9 0RP | 4out of 4 | 3,192 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chadderton Prepraratory School Broadway , Chadderton OL9 0AD | - not rated | 4,418 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridie's Kitchen | 225 Wood Street | 919 yd | |
| On a roll | 207 Boarshaw Road | 1,087 yd | |
| Boarshaw Off Licence | 231 Boarshaw Road | 1,087 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middleton Cricket Club | Middleton Cricket Club, Towncroft Avenue | 443 yd | |
| Gardeners Arms | Gardeners Arms, 266 Hollin Lane | 548 yd | |
| Crown Inn | The Crown Inn, 52 Rochdale Road | 564 yd | |
| Boarshaw Working Mens Club | 1 Dixon Street | 690 yd | |
| Woodside Working Mens Club | Woodside Working Mens Club, 22 Higher Wood Street | 812 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spindels Sandwich Bar | 2A Hollin Lane | 373 yd | |
| Mi Julie's Chippy | 169 Windermere Road | 455 yd | |
| Mumbai Kitchen | 171 Windermere Road | 455 yd | |
| Golden Inn | 165 Windermere Road | 455 yd | |
| Hollins English Fish & Chips | 50 Nowell Road | 574 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, Wood Street | 919 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Middleton Cricket Club ROCHDALE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 420 yd |
| Middleton Parish C Of E Primary School SPRINGFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 553 yd |
| Langley Community Primary School (Closed) Thirlmere Drive | grass pitches | 574 yd |
| Hollin Community Primary School (Closed) Waverley Road | grass pitches | 724 yd |
| Hollin Primary School WAVERLEY ROAD | 726 yd | |
| St Anne'S Academy (Closed) Hollins Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 806 yd |
| St Marys 3G WOOD STREET | artificial grass pitch | 878 yd |
| St Anne'S Academy Stott Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 957 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 182.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.