Burnley Lane is in Chadderton, Oldham and in Oldham district. OL1 2QW is located in the Chadderton Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Oldham West and Royton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Burnley Lane, Chadderton, Oldham, OL1 2QW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL9 0EP, OL1 2RH, OL9 0EG, OL1 2QJ, OL1 2QH, OL9 0EQ, OL9 0ER, OL9 0ES, OL1 2QQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OL1 2QW has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 49.3% | 50% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 50.7% | 50% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 28% | 41% | 13.0% | 37.9% | 3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.7% | 48.3% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 4.1% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.4% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 2.9% | -6.0% | 9.1% | -6.2% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 5.4% | -3.1% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 54.9% | 53.5% | -1.4% | 48.4% | 5.1% |
| Good health | 28.9% | 30.8% | 1.9% | 33.6% | -2.8% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 10.8% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 3.5% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
In the area around OL1 2QW this area, 32% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 14.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31% | 32% | 1.0% | 18.2% | 13.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.7% | 17.5% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 7.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 18.4% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 15% | 3.2% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.9% | 14.1% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -19.7% |
| Other | 9.2% | 0% | -9.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 19.7% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 45.3% | 69.7% | 24.4% | 1.1% | 68.6% |
| Chinese | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 6.1% | 8.5% | 2.4% | 2.7% | 5.8% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 44.6% | 19.7% | -24.9% | 81.4% | -61.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 70.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.4% | 70.1% | -9.3% | 83.2% | -13.1% |
| European Union | 2% | 1.8% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 18.1% | 27.5% | 9.4% | 5.6% | 21.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.4% | 70.1% | -9.3% | 83.2% | -13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 23.9% | 22.4% | 9.8% | 14.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 1.8% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 15.2% | 1.1% | -14.1% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.1% | 76.7% | 13.4% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4.9% | 13.5% | -8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 8.5% | 37.2% | -28.7% |
| Christian | 12% | 46.2% | -34.2% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 70.1% | 6.5% | 63.6% |
| Not answered | 8.8% | 6.0% | 2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Burnley Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Chadderton Central 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 -17.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 184 Burnley Lane, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2021-05-05 | £220,731 |
| 180 Burnley Lane, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2017-06-01 | £269,785 |
| 192 Burnley Lane, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £131,000 | 2016-05-26 | £236,791 |
| 190 Burnley Lane, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2010-11-05 | £225,310 |
| 182 Burnley Lane, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2010-08-27 | £219,933 |
The percentage of student residents living in OL1 2QW area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Looking after home or family | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 34 |
| Full-Time Employee | 32 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| 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 | 5,008 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnley Brow Community School Victoria Street , Chadderton OL9 0BY | 3out of 4 | 395 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bare Trees Primary School Holly Grove , Chadderton OL9 0DX | 4out of 4 | 398 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Herbert's RC School Edward Street , Chadderton OL9 9SN | 3out of 4 | 1,074 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's CofE Primary School Chadderton Hall Road , Chadderton OL9 0BN | 3out of 4 | 1,112 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE Primary School Hindle Drive , Royton OL2 5LU | 2out of 4 | 1,273 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Chadderton School Chadderton Hall Road , Chadderton OL9 0BN | 3out of 4 | 999 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oldham Academy North Broadway , Royton OL2 5BF | 3out of 4 | 1,320 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Radclyffe School Hunt Lane , Chadderton OL9 0LS | 4out of 4 | 1,419 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed John Henry Newman Roman Catholic College Broadway , Chadderton OL9 9QY | 3out of 4 | 2,068 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blue Coat CofE School Egerton Street , OL1 3SQ | 4out of 4 | 2,393 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Oldham College Rochdale Road , OL9 6AA | - not rated | 1,827 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 2,243 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus , Rochdale Road M24 6XH | - not rated | 4,123 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Chadderton Prepraratory School Broadway , Chadderton OL9 0AD | - not rated | 297 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood High Kelsall Street , OL9 6HR | - not rated | 1,652 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Elland House School Unit 7, Roman Road , OL2 5PJ | - not rated | 1,672 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Darul Hadis Latifiah Northwest Plum Street , OL8 1TJ | - not rated | 2,139 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Hollinwood Academy Roman Road , Hollinwood OL8 3PT | 4out of 4 | 2,371 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ultimate Products | Manor Mill, Victoria Street | 493 yd | |
| Hangry Hub | 1 Parkgate | 505 yd | |
| Laticzone Study Centre | Furtherwood Road | 564 yd | |
| Starbucks Coffee Company | Elk Mill, Broadway | 636 yd | |
| Nandos | 21 Elk Mill Central Retail Park, Broadway | 661 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rifle Range Inn | 372 Burnley Lane | 169 yd | |
| North Chadderton Social & Bowling Club | North Chadderton Social & Bowl, Broadway | 317 yd | |
| Toby Carvery | Chadderton Park Inn, Burnley Lane | 449 yd | |
| Clayton Green Brewers Fayre | Clayton Green Brewers Fayre, Westhulme Way | 860 yd | |
| Chadderton Football Club | Chadderton A F C Ltd, Andrew Street | 890 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandwich Bar One | 236 Garforth Street | 386 yd | |
| Sunrise Chinese Takeaway | 1 Park Avenue | 458 yd | |
| KD Butties Limited | 1 Parkgate | 505 yd | |
| The Mystery | 5 Parkgate | 505 yd | |
| Mamma's | 1A Parkgate | 505 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Range Home and Leisure | 16 Elk Mill Central Retail Park, Broadway | 703 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda Superstore, 1 Milne Street | 779 yd | |
| B&M | Unit A, Gateway Retail Park | 812 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Foodstore Limited, Ellen Street | 893 yd | |
| Oldham Superstore | Unit 7-9, Chadderton Shopping Precinct, Middleton Road | 906 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rifle Range Pitch BURNLEY LANE | grass pitches | 259 yd |
| Bare Trees Primary School HOLLY GROVE | artificial grass pitch | 372 yd |
| Clayton Playing Fields Broadway | grass pitches | 599 yd |
| Oldham Athletic Afc (Boundary Park) OLDHAM ATHLETIC AFC LTD OLDHAM ATHLETIC AFC LTD FURTHERWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 676 yd |
| Clayton Arms Sports Centre (Closed) Furtherwood Road | 683 yd | |
| Westwood Park (Closed) Westhulme Avenue | tennis courts | 749 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Oldham) ELK MILL CENTRE RETAIL PARK | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 755 yd |
| Chadderton Football Club Andrew Street | grass pitches | 788 yd |
| Kick Sonic WADDINGTON STREET | artificial grass pitch | 840 yd |
| Cathedral Road NORWICH AVENUE | grass pitches | 842 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 | 136 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.