Fir Street is in Heywood and in Rochdale district. OL10 1NW is located in the North Heywood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Heywood and Middleton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fir Street, Heywood, OL10 1NW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL10 1NH, OL10 1NL, OL10 1NJ, OL10 1PW, OL10 1DW, OL10 1NX, OL10 2AH, OL10 1DP, OL10 2AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OL10 1NW is primarily male, with 54.3% 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 | 48.3% | 45.7% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -5.3% |
| Male | 51.7% | 54.3% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 5.3% |
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 OL10 1NW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.2% 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 | 37.7% | 49.2% | 11.5% | 37.9% | 11.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.1% | 26.3% | -11.8% | 44.2% | -17.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 3% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 20% | 11% | -9.0% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 1.9% | 9.7% | 7.8% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
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 | 41% | 36.9% | -4.1% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 37.2% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 17.2% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 7.7% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 3.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 32.1% | 27.5% | -4.6% | 18.2% | 9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 7.6% | -9.6% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 13.6% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 8.1% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 17.8% | 3.4% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.5% | 23.3% | 9.8% | 33.8% | -10.5% |
| Other | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 96.9% | 85.5% | -11.4% | 81.4% | 4.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 84.5% 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 | 98.1% | 84.5% | -13.6% | 83.2% | 1.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 7.6% | 7.6% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 2.9% | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 4.3% | 3.2% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 84.8% | -12.1% | 83.2% | 1.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.9% | 6.9% | 9.8% | -2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 2.9% | 1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.1% | 76.7% | -1.6% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 5.1% | 1.3% | 3.8% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 14.4% | 13.5% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% |
| Christian | 48.9% | 46.2% | 2.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 6.5% | 6.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fir Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Hopwood Hall 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 -45.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Fir Street, Heywood, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2022-08-26 | £143,416 |
| 5 Fir Street, Heywood, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £52,500 | 2017-04-10 | £92,004 |
| 3 Fir Street, Heywood, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £59,000 | 2014-02-06 | £114,259 |
| 5 Fir Street, Heywood, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £75,800 | 2007-07-16 | £118,639 |
| 5 Fir Street, Heywood, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2003-05-02 | £142,322 |
OL10 1NW 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 | 85 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoyle Nursery School Chesham Fold Road , BL9 6HR | 4out of 4 | 4,723 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunny Brow Nursery School Sunny Brow Road , Archer Park M24 4AD | 4out of 4 | 5,015 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Howard Street Nursery School Howard Street , OL12 0PP | 3out of 4 | 5,340 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harwood Park Primary School Hardfield Street , OL10 1DG | 3out of 4 | 423 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopwood Community Primary School Magdala Street , OL10 2HN | 4out of 4 | 877 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Souls Church of England Primary School Rye Street , OL10 4DF | 4out of 4 | 924 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England Primary School Queen's Park Road , OL10 4XB | 3out of 4 | 964 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale Pot Hall , Wilton Grove OL10 2AA | 3out of 4 | 1,106 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newhouse Academy Newhouse Road , OL10 2NT | - not rated | 1,104 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Roman Catholic and Church of England College Pot Hall , Wilton Grove OL10 2AA | 3out of 4 | 1,106 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Matthew Moss High School Matthew Moss Lane , Marland OL11 3LU | - not rated | 2,069 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Church of England Academy Hollin Lane , Middleton M24 6XN | 2out of 4 | 2,952 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Edgar Wood Academy Rochdale Road , Middleton M24 6XH | - not rated | 3,112 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | 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 | 3,063 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Sixth Form College College Road , OL12 6HY | - not rated | 4,644 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pennine House Hospital School Pennine House , Fairfield General Hospital BL9 7TD | - not rated | 3,431 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redwood Hudsons Walk , OL11 5EW | 3out of 4 | 3,639 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlands School Waverley Road , Middleton M24 6JG | 3out of 4 | 3,720 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beech House School 184 Manchester Road , OL11 4JQ | - not rated | 4,009 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Chesham House School Chesham House , Thrush Drive BL9 6JD | - not rated | 4,870 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Il Vecchio | 141 Manchester Street | 160 yd | |
| The Cafe | Over, 100-102 Manchester Street | 188 yd | |
| Planet Play Ltd | Planet Play Ltd, 2 Bradshaw Street | 243 yd | |
| Heywood Sparks Gymnastics Academy | Unit 8, Roeacre Business Park, Bradshaw Street | 249 yd | |
| Georgie Porgies Diner | 7 Rochdale Road East | 383 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starkey Arms | Starkey Arms, 22 Manchester Road | 275 yd | |
| Duke of Wellington | Duke Of Wellington, 2-4 Manchester Street | 295 yd | |
| Woolpack Hotel | 15 Birch Street | 411 yd | |
| Hopwood Unionist Club | Hopwood Unionist Club, Manchester Road | 538 yd | |
| Bay Horse | 41 Torrington Street | 619 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky U | 116 Manchester Street | 188 yd | |
| K & N Greek Souvlaki Taste Ltd | 98 Manchester Street | 193 yd | |
| Tommy's Chippy | 47 Manchester Street | 256 yd | |
| Delightz | 48A Manchester Road | 275 yd | |
| Sunny Fish & Chips | 12 Manchester Street | 351 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Stores Ltd, Bradshaw Street | 249 yd | |
| Tesco | Roe Acre Service Station, York Street | 609 yd | |
| M&S Simply Food - Birch East | Junction 18/19 (M62) | 653 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hopwood Recreation Ground HOPWOOD COMMUNITY FACILITY HOPWOOD COMMUNITY FACILITY CORONATION AVENUE | tennis courts | 894 yd |
| Fitness Connection (Closed) Bethel Street | health and fitness suite | 930 yd |
| Heywood Cricket Club Woodland Terrace | grass pitches | 991 yd |
| St Lukes C Of E Primary School QUEENS PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 1,038 yd |
| Holy Family College WILTON GROVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,047 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 | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 25.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 16.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 16.7% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.