Wimpole Street is in Oldham and in Oldham district. OL1 3JN is located in the St Mary's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Oldham East and Saddleworth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wimpole Street, Oldham, OL1 3JN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL1 3RH, OL1 3JP, OL1 3JR, OL1 3JL, OL1 3JW, OL1 3RB, OL1 3JS, OL1 3JD, OL1 3RQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OL1 3JN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 53.3% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 46.7% | 46.7% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around OL1 3JN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.9% 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 | 50% | 52.9% | 2.9% | 37.9% | 15.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.3% | 29.5% | -2.8% | 44.2% | -14.7% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 6.2% | 3.5% | 2.2% | 4.0% |
| Divorced | 10% | 8.1% | -1.9% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 5% | 3.2% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 | 50.7% | 48% | -2.7% | 48.4% | -0.4% |
| Good health | 26.5% | 27% | 0.5% | 33.6% | -6.6% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 16.4% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 6.3% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 36.4% | 27.3% | -9.1% | 18.2% | 9.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 10.7% | -7.0% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 14% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 5.2% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 15.9% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.4% | 23.7% | 12.3% | 33.8% | -10.1% |
| Other | 4.5% | 3.2% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 62.5% 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 | 3.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% | 1.1% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Pakistani | 3.6% | 10.6% | 7.0% | 2.7% | 7.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 3.6% | 11.7% | 8.1% | 2.5% | 9.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.9% | 2.2% | -1.7% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 78.8% | 62.5% | -16.3% | 81.4% | -18.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 71.5% 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 | 90.5% | 71.5% | -19.0% | 83.2% | -11.7% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 10% | 8.4% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 3.3% | 7.2% | 3.9% | 2.7% | 4.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 9% | 6.1% | 5.6% | 3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.9% | 71.5% | -18.4% | 83.2% | -11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 14.3% | 14.0% | 9.8% | 4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 5% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 4.1% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 5.2% | 0.6% | 1.9% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62% | 76.7% | -14.7% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Portugal | 2.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% |
| Spain | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 4.3% | 1.2% | 3.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.7% | 13.5% | 7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.9% | 37.2% | -4.3% |
| Christian | 40.6% | 46.2% | -5.6% |
| Muslim | 20.9% | 6.5% | 14.4% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wimpole Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Coldhurst 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 -26.9%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Wimpole Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £61,000 | 2019-08-16 | £92,598 |
| 21 Wimpole Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2018-01-29 | £265,456 |
| 5 Wimpole Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £60,400 | 2016-03-11 | £111,258 |
| 5 Wimpole Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £79,950 | 2009-01-07 | £157,599 |
| 7 Wimpole Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £76,000 | 2006-10-13 | £138,827 |
The percentage of student residents living in OL1 3JN area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 52 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 29 |
| Unemployed | 23 |
| Other | 22 |
| Retired | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beever Primary School Moorby Street , OL1 3QU | 2out of 4 | 523 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Ceva Primary School Ruth Street , OL1 3EZ | 3out of 4 | 568 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hilda's CofE Primary School Tilbury Street , OL1 2HJ | 2out of 4 | 1,002 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield Primary School Mayfield Road , Derker OL1 4LG | 3out of 4 | 1,074 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willowpark Primary Academy Vulcan Street , OL1 4LJ | 3out of 4 | 1,088 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Blue Coat CofE School Egerton Street , OL1 3SQ | 4out of 4 | 599 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oldham Academy North Broadway , Royton OL2 5BF | 3out of 4 | 1,674 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| E-Act Royton and Crompton Academy Blackshaw Lane , Royton OL2 6NT | 1out of 4 | 2,113 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Leesbrook Roxbury Avenue , OL4 5JE | - not rated | 2,672 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterhead Academy Huddersfield Road , OL4 3NY | 2out of 4 | 2,714 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,317 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 1,671 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollinwood Academy Roman Road , Hollinwood OL8 3PT | 4out of 4 | 893 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Springboard Project 2 Medtia Square , Phoenix Street OL1 1AN | - not rated | 1,490 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Future Finders Employability College 77 Union Street , OL1 1JZ | - not rated | 1,516 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland School Whitecroft Street , Watersheddings OL1 4HX | 3out of 4 | 1,685 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elland House School Unit 7, Roman Road , OL2 5PJ | - not rated | 1,863 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| FoodworXs Cafe | Part Ground Floor, 328 Shaw Road | 447 yd | |
| Asia Thai Corner | 2 Cromford Street | 581 yd | |
| Heathers Kitchen 2 | Trinity House, Godson Street | 758 yd | |
| Olive Catering Services @ Molnlyncke Healthcare | Tubiton House, Medlock Street | 790 yd | |
| The Bean Box Coffee Shop | Unit 3, Gould Street | 804 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Annes Rugby League Club | St Annes Rugby League Club, Higginshaw Road | 362 yd | |
| Higginshaw Sports and Social Club | Higginshaw Sports Club, Saint Stephens Street | 467 yd | |
| Wheatsheaf | 14 Derker Street | 661 yd | |
| Party 1 at the Cotton Rooms | 3-5 Rock Street | 861 yd | |
| Boltmakers Rest | 16 Rock Street | 869 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cinnamon Tree | 193 Shaw Road | 443 yd | |
| P.T.'s Chippy | 1 Brackley Square, Bolderod Place | 456 yd | |
| Kels Kitchen | Unit 10 Cromford Business Park | 572 yd | |
| Golden Chippy | 380 Shaw Road | 578 yd | |
| Masala Bay | 118 Henshaw Street | 712 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oldham Edge HENSHAW STREET | grass pitches | 286 yd |
| Oldham St. Annes Amateur Rugby League Football Club ST ANNES ARLFC ST ANNES ARLFC HIGGINSHAW ROAD | grass pitches | 389 yd |
| Total Fitness (Oldham) (Closed) Albert Mill Albert Mill Cromford Street | health and fitness suite | 485 yd |
| The Blue Coat Church Of England School BLUECOAT SCHOOL BLUECOAT SCHOOL EGERTON STREET | grass pitches | 577 yd |
| Holy Trinity Church Hall GODSON STREET | 769 yd | |
| Stoneleigh Park Vulcan Street | grass pitches, tennis courts | 876 yd |
| Oldham Sports Centre (Closed) Lord Street | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 940 yd |
| Angels Ladies Health & Fitness Club Ltd (Closed) St. Phillips Drive | health and fitness suite | 1,038 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 | 59 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 85.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.