Cinder Hill Lane is in Chadderton, Oldham and in Oldham district. OL1 2SU is located in the Royton North 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 Cinder Hill Lane, Chadderton, Oldham, OL1 2SU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OL1 2SU 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 | 50.9% | 50% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 49.1% | 50% | 0.9% | 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 | 29.2% | 41% | 11.8% | 37.9% | 3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.6% | 36.9% | -5.7% | 44.2% | -7.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 15.5% | 13.6% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 9.9% | 6.1% | -3.8% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 45% | 50.1% | 5.1% | 48.4% | 1.7% |
| Good health | 33.4% | 29% | -4.4% | 33.6% | -4.6% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 14.5% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 5% | 5.6% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.8% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 30.3% | 22% | -8.3% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 10.5% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 11.5% | -5.8% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 5.7% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 20.6% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 19% | 25.3% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -8.5% |
| Other | 5.3% | 4.4% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.4% | 93.4% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 99.1% | 94.2% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 94.2% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.4% | 37.2% | -10.8% |
| Christian | 67.2% | 46.2% | 21.0% |
| Muslim | 4.7% | 6.5% | -1.8% |
| Not answered | 1.7% | 6.0% | -4.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cinder Hill Lane was 5.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 1939.3% higher than the Coldhurst average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cinder Hill Lane has the highest crime rate of 4 local areas in Coldhurst and the 3rd highest crime rate of 39 local areas in Oldham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heights Cottage Cinder Hill Lane, Oldham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2022-02-11 | £519,013 |
| Woodside Farm Cinder Hill Lane, Oldham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £720,000 | 2020-01-10 | £1,087,171 |
| Rose Cottage Gillotts Farm Cinder Hill Lane, Oldham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2004-12-10 | £1,565,784 |
| Rose Cottage Gillotts Farm Cinder Hill Lane, Oldham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2000-04-14 | £1,271,329 |
| Racefield Cottage Cinder Hill Lane, Oldham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 1999-08-27 | £457,691 |
| Full-Time Employee | 110 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acresfield Nursery School Acresfield Road , Middleton M24 2NU | - not rated | 2,619 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorclose Nursery School Aspinall Street , Middleton M24 2BE | - not rated | 3,005 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 | 4,745 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Matthew's CofE Primary School Chadderton Hall Road , Chadderton OL9 0BN | - not rated | 976 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's CofE Primary School Chadderton Hall Road , Chadderton OL9 0BN | 3out of 4 | 976 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadderton Hall Junior School Chadderton Hall Road , Chadderton OL9 0BN | - not rated | 1,054 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Paul's CofE Primary School Hindle Drive , Royton OL2 5LU | 3out of 4 | 1,101 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE Primary School Hindle Drive , Royton OL2 5LU | - not rated | 1,101 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 | - not rated | 1,054 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Chadderton School Chadderton Hall Road , Chadderton OL9 0BN | - not rated | 1,054 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| E-ACT the Oldham Academy North Broadway , Royton OL2 5BF | 3out of 4 | 1,571 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's RC High School Vaughan Street , Royton OL2 5DL | - not rated | 1,728 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Radclyffe School Hunt Lane , Chadderton OL9 0LS | - not rated | 2,266 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornham Middle School Hill Top Drive , Kirkholt OL11 2EH | - not rated | 3,452 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Kingsway Middle School Turf Hill Road , OL16 4XA | - not rated | 4,943 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 | 3,128 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oldham College Rochdale Road , OL9 6AA | - not rated | 3,171 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 3,619 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 3,619 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Chadderton Preparatory School Broadway , Chadderton OL9 0AD | - not rated | 1,356 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Supreme Start Ltd Unit 7, Roman Road , Royton OL2 5PJ | - not rated | 1,651 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenbank School Firbank Road , Royton OL2 6TU | - not rated | 1,910 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| EdStart Schools Oldham and Rochdale 276 Maygate , Off Chadderton Way OL9 6TR | - not rated | 2,110 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellen House Secondary Ellen House, Waddington Street , OL9 6QH | - not rated | 2,232 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee | 2 Elk Mill Central Retail Park, Broadway | 912 yd | |
| Nandos | 21 Elk Mill Central Retail Park, Broadway | 912 yd | |
| ASDA Living Cafe | 2 Elk Mill Central Retail Park, Broadway | 912 yd | |
| KFC | 5 Elk Mill Central Retail Park, Broadway | 912 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Restaurant | 4 Elk Mill Central Retail Park, Broadway | 912 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horton Arms | 19 Street Bridge Road | 428 yd | |
| The Haggate | 31 Haggate | 927 yd | |
| Toby Carvery | Chadderton Park Inn, Burnley Lane | 1,053 yd | |
| Church Inn | 23 Chadderton Fold | 1,067 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rumble Tummies | 312 Middleton Road | 763 yd | |
| Subway | Elk Mill Central Retail Park, Broadway | 912 yd | |
| Indian Cottage | 13 Royley | 977 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Range Home and Leisure | 16 Elk Mill Central Retail Park, Broadway | 984 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Matthews Church ST. MATTHEWS VICARAGE ST. MATTHEWS VICARAGE MILL BROW | grass pitches | 832 yd |
| Haggate Middleton Road | grass pitches | 834 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Oldham) ELK MILL CENTRE RETAIL PARK | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 852 yd |
| Chadderton Fold CHADDERTON FOLD | grass pitches | 1,083 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 | 42.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 57.1% |
| Median download speed | 25.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 25.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 39.66 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 39.66 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 2.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.92 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.