Lochinver Grove is in Heywood and in Rochdale district. OL10 3NL is located in the West 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 Lochinver Grove, Heywood, OL10 3NL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL10 3LU, OL10 3NJ, OL10 3NP, OL10 3ND, OL10 3NR, OL10 3RF, OL10 3NN, OL10 3NW, OL10 3LH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OL10 3NL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.6% | 50.8% | -3.8% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 45.4% | 49.2% | 3.8% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 3NL, 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 | 44.4% | 52.9% | 8.5% | 37.9% | 15.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.2% | 27.7% | -3.5% | 44.2% | -16.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 6.8% | 3.6% | -3.2% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 7.9% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 7.9% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 38.5% | 44% | 5.5% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 28.7% | 29% | 0.3% | 33.6% | -4.6% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 17.6% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 11.7% | 7.6% | -4.1% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 1.8% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.6% | 26.6% | -19.0% | 18.2% | 8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 9.7% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 16.2% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 6.5% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 17.3% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.4% | 20.1% | 13.7% | 33.8% | -13.7% |
| Other | 3.2% | 3.6% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 6.6% | 6.6% | 2.5% | 4.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 99.1% | 87.3% | -11.8% | 81.4% | 5.9% |
In this area, 89.4% 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 | 98.7% | 89.4% | -9.3% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 4.5% | 3.9% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 2.7% | 2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 90.1% | -7.4% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 4.8% | 4.5% | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.2% | 76.7% | -8.5% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 4.5% | 1.3% | 3.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| No passport held | 24.1% | 13.5% | 10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.2% | 37.2% | 7.0% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lochinver Grove 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 -51.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Lochinver Grove, Heywood, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-05-03 | £133,060 |
| 8 Lochinver Grove, Heywood, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £147,500 | 2022-07-29 | £168,215 |
| 20 Lochinver Grove, Heywood, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2021-03-29 | £132,191 |
| 8 Lochinver Grove, Heywood, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2020-11-13 | £127,559 |
| 19 Lochinver Grove, Heywood, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £59,000 | 2015-09-04 | £109,297 |
The percentage of student residents living in OL10 3NL 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 | 83 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Other | 17 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoyle Nursery School Chesham Fold Road , BL9 6HR | 4out of 4 | 2,509 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Margaret's Church of England Primary School Heys Lane , OL10 3RD | 3out of 4 | 326 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady & St Paul's RC Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Sutherland Road , Darnhill OL10 3PD | - not rated | 504 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodland Community Primary School Regent Street , OL10 3BX | 3out of 4 | 793 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heap Bridge Village Primary School Heap Brow , Heap Bridge BL9 7JP | 3out of 4 | 1,283 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale Pot Hall , Wilton Grove OL10 2AA | 3out of 4 | 1,470 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Family Roman Catholic and Church of England College Pot Hall , Wilton Grove OL10 2AA | 3out of 4 | 1,470 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newhouse Academy Newhouse Road , OL10 2NT | - not rated | 2,168 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Wood High School Hazel Avenue , BL9 7QT | 1out of 4 | 2,210 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Unsworth Academy Parr Lane , BL9 8LP | 1out of 4 | 3,925 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Church of England Academy Hollin Lane , Middleton M24 6XN | 2out of 4 | 4,112 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bury College Market Street , BL9 0BG | - not rated | 3,762 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross College 169 Manchester Road , BL9 9BB | - not rated | 3,981 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus , Rochdale Road M24 6XH | - not rated | 4,731 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,526 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Chesham House School Chesham House , Thrush Drive BL9 6JD | - not rated | 2,679 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury Catholic Preparatory School Arden House , Manchester Road BL9 9BH | - not rated | 4,080 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury Grammar Schools Tenterden Street , BL9 0HN | - not rated | 4,277 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill School - Bury Wellington Street , Bury BL8 2BD | - not rated | 4,962 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darnhill Community Cafe | Darnhill Library | 213 yd | |
| Aramark @ Argos | Parklands P4, Heywood Distribution Park, Pilsworth Road | 1,041 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summit Hotel | Summit Hotel, 152 Bury New Road | 505 yd | |
| Beaconsfield Conservative Club | Beaconsfield Conservative Club, 90 Bury Street | 781 yd | |
| The Horse & Jockey | Horse & Jockey, 114 Bury Street | 781 yd | |
| Pig & Whistle | Pig And Whistle, 138 Pilsworth Road | 934 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Bengal Indian Takeaway | 17 Argyle Parade | 192 yd | |
| Darnhill Fish & Chip Shop | 1 Argyle Parade | 240 yd | |
| Summit Chippy | 137 Bury New Road | 468 yd | |
| Adam's Pizza Bar | 72 Sutherland Road | 547 yd | |
| Mikes Chippy | 2 Wham Street | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Bury Street | 850 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Darnhill Playing Fields SUTHERLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 380 yd |
| Our Lady And St Paul'S Roman Catholic Primary School (Heywood) SUTHERLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 608 yd |
| Heywood Community High School (Closed) Sutherland Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 665 yd |
| Woodland Community Primary School REGENT STREET | artificial grass pitch | 863 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 | 32.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 126.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.