Coleridge Road is in Oldham and in Oldham district. OL1 4RJ is located in the St James' 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 Coleridge Road, Oldham, OL1 4RJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL1 4QR, OL1 4RQ, OL1 4RA, OL1 4RN, OL1 4QP, OL1 4RT, OL1 4QU, OL1 4RF, OL1 4RH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OL1 4RJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.1% 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 | 53.4% | 55.1% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 4.1% |
| Male | 46.6% | 44.9% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -4.1% |
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 4RJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.7% 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 | 45.8% | 50.7% | 4.9% | 37.9% | 12.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.2% | 32.4% | 4.2% | 44.2% | -11.8% |
| Separated | 5.3% | 4.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 15.5% | 10.1% | -5.4% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 1.9% | -3.4% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
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 | 48.2% | 53.9% | 5.7% | 48.4% | 5.5% |
| Good health | 28.3% | 29.7% | 1.4% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 15% | 11.5% | -3.5% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 3.9% | -3.5% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.1% | 24.3% | -15.8% | 18.2% | 6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 13.5% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 13.8% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 6.2% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 14.6% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.9% | 23.8% | 12.9% | 33.8% | -10.0% |
| Other | 5.3% | 3.8% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73.4% 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 | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 3.6% | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 5.9% | 12.3% | 6.4% | 2.5% | 9.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.9% | 1% | -1.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 86.2% | 73.4% | -12.8% | 81.4% | -8.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
In this area, 80.9% 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 | 92.9% | 80.9% | -12.0% | 83.2% | -2.3% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 7.5% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
| Africa | 4.3% | 7.9% | 3.6% | 2.7% | 5.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 81% | -11.9% | 83.2% | -2.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 10.4% | 9.9% | 9.8% | 0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 4.8% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 1.5% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.8% | 76.7% | -11.9% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.5% | 13.5% | 9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.9% | 37.2% | -0.3% |
| Christian | 52% | 46.2% | 5.8% |
| Muslim | 8.1% | 6.5% | 1.6% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Coleridge Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Shaw 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 -18.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 109 Coleridge Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-12-21 | £134,681 |
| 109 Coleridge Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2022-01-10 | £118,172 |
| 125 Coleridge Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2014-04-29 | £105,305 |
| 109 Coleridge Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £60,600 | 2007-07-19 | £101,369 |
| 127 Coleridge Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £84,995 | 2005-05-06 | £192,201 |
The percentage of student residents living in OL1 4RJ 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 | 115 |
| Part-Time Employee | 54 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 28 |
| Other | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 15 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas Moorside CofE (VA) Primary School Coleridge Road , Sholver OL1 4RL | 4out of 4 | 145 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hodge Clough Primary School Conduit Street , Moorside OL1 4JX | 3out of 4 | 751 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| East Crompton St George's CofE School George Street , Shaw OL2 8AX | 3out of 4 | 1,655 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC Junior Infant and Nursery School Oldham Road , Shaw OL2 8SZ | 4out of 4 | 1,715 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Primary Academy Woodlands Primary Academy , OL1 4HU | 1out of 4 | 1,911 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E-Act Royton and Crompton Academy Blackshaw Lane , Royton OL2 6NT | 1out of 4 | 2,032 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterhead Academy Huddersfield Road , OL4 3NY | 2out of 4 | 2,177 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crompton House Church of England Academy Rochdale Road , Shaw OL2 7HS | 3out of 4 | 2,854 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blue Coat CofE School Egerton Street , OL1 3SQ | 4out of 4 | 3,576 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oldham Academy North Broadway , Royton OL2 5BF | 3out of 4 | 3,752 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 | 4,500 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 4,784 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farrowdale House School Farrowdale House Farrow st , Shaw OL2 7AD | - not rated | 1,863 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland School Whitecroft Street , Watersheddings OL1 4HX | 3out of 4 | 1,932 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elland House School Unit 7, Roman Road , OL2 5PJ | - not rated | 3,549 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollinwood Academy Roman Road , Hollinwood OL8 3PT | 4out of 4 | 3,899 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Iqra High School 319 Waterloo Street , OL4 1BJ | - not rated | 4,274 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Park Pitch & Putt Cafe | Bishops Park Pitch And Putt, Ripponden Road | 1,015 yd | |
| Shaw Cricket Club | Shaw Cricket Club, Mark Lane | 1,046 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northgate | 22 Sholver Lane | 570 yd | |
| The Moorside Hotel | 693 Ripponden Road | 587 yd | |
| Moorside Cricket/Bowling Club | Moorside Cricket Club, Turf Pit Lane | 623 yd | |
| Highfield Inn | 578 Ripponden Road | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sholver Tandoori | 95 Coleridge Road | 70 yd | |
| Rainbow Chippy | 93 Coleridge Road | 75 yd | |
| Nosh - New World Cuisine | 23 Whitehall Lane | 661 yd | |
| Man Sun Chinese Takeaway | 637 Ripponden Road | 769 yd | |
| Caths Cuisine | 667 Ripponden Road | 841 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitehall Lane White Hall Lane | grass pitches | 615 yd |
| Moorside Cricket & Bowling Club TURF PIT LANE | grass pitches | 684 yd |
| Heavenly Bodies Fitness Club RIPPONDEN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 848 yd |
| Parkfield Country Club (Closed) Ripponden Road | squash courts, swimming pool | 893 yd |
| Shaw Cricket Club Holebottom Holebottom Mark Lane | grass pitches | 954 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 | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| 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 | 101.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.