Bullcote Lane is in Oldham and in Oldham district. OL1 4SP is located in the Royton South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Oldham West and Royton. This postcode has been in use since 2004-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bullcote Lane, Oldham, OL1 4SP 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. However, the area surrounding OL1 4SP is primarily male, with 53.1% of the population 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 | 52.3% | 46.9% | -5.4% | 51.0% | -4.1% |
| Male | 47.7% | 53.1% | 5.4% | 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 4SP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.8% 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 | 41.3% | 48.8% | 7.5% | 37.9% | 10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.5% | 28.6% | -4.9% | 44.2% | -15.6% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 4.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 14.8% | 14.3% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 3.4% | -2.7% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 | 43.7% | 50.8% | 7.1% | 48.4% | 2.4% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 30.9% | -7.4% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 11.8% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 5.7% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 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 | 28.7% | 19.7% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 8.9% | -2.0% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 12.3% | -7.7% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 6.9% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 22.2% | 24.1% | 1.9% | 16.9% | 7.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.9% | 26.1% | 12.2% | 33.8% | -7.7% |
| Other | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| White | 98.2% | 93.4% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 98.6% | 94.6% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 4.2% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 94.6% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.7% | 76.7% | 6.0% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.9% | 13.5% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 55.8% | 46.2% | 9.6% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bullcote Lane was 6.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 8350.0% higher than the Royton North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bullcote Lane has the highest crime rate of 2 local areas in Royton North and the 3rd highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Oldham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -81.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bullcote Farm Bullcote Lane, Oldham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2002-10-07 | £254,025 |
OL1 4SP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 101 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Retired | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's RC Junior Infant and Nursery School Oldham Road , Shaw OL2 8SZ | 4out of 4 | 625 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackshaw Lane Primary & Nursery School Blackshaw Lane , Heyside OL2 6NT | 2out of 4 | 659 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willowpark Primary Academy Vulcan Street , OL1 4LJ | 3out of 4 | 1,162 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Theresa's RC Primary School Whetstone Hill Road , Derker OL1 4NA | 3out of 4 | 1,179 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Royton Hall Primary School High Barn Street , Royton OL2 6RW | 3out of 4 | 1,382 yd | Community school | 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 | 641 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oldham Academy North Broadway , Royton OL2 5BF | 3out of 4 | 2,047 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 | 2,252 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blue Coat CofE School Egerton Street , OL1 3SQ | 4out of 4 | 2,293 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterhead Academy Huddersfield Road , OL4 3NY | 2out of 4 | 2,535 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 | 3,056 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 3,432 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsland School Whitecroft Street , Watersheddings OL1 4HX | 3out of 4 | 1,536 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Farrowdale House School Farrowdale House Farrow st , Shaw OL2 7AD | - not rated | 1,544 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elland House School Unit 7, Roman Road , OL2 5PJ | - not rated | 1,872 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollinwood Academy Roman Road , Hollinwood OL8 3PT | 4out of 4 | 2,619 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Springboard Project 2 Medtia Square , Phoenix Street OL1 1AN | - not rated | 3,238 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saffron Indian Restaurant | 152 Heyside | 415 yd | |
| La Salsa | Heyside | 544 yd | |
| Royle Catering | James Briggs Ltd, Salmon Fields | 779 yd | |
| CH & Co Group Ltd (Staff Canteen) | Best Food, Salmon Fields | 780 yd | |
| Blue Tiffin Restaurant | Laurel Trading Estate, Higginshaw Lane | 924 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heyside Cricket Club | Heyside Cricket Club, Little Hey Street | 414 yd | |
| Duke of York | 109 Heyside | 415 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heyside Fish 'n' Chips & Cafe | 6 Heyside | 545 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Heyside Cricket Club LITTLE HEY STREET | grass pitches | 407 yd |
| Heyside Park Blackshaw Lane | grass pitches | 607 yd |
| Royton And Crompton School BLACKSHAW LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 735 yd |
| Stoneleigh Park Vulcan Street | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,030 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.