Hardwicke Street is in Rochdale and in Rochdale district. OL11 1QJ is located in the Milkstone & Deeplish electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rochdale. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hardwicke Street, Rochdale, OL11 1QJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL11 1QL, OL11 1QN, OL11 1QR, OL11 1QS, OL11 1QT, OL11 1QP, OL11 1QH, OL11 1QU, OL11 1TD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OL11 1QJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 50.4% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 48.4% | 49.6% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.3% | 33.5% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.2% | 49.4% | 0.2% | 44.2% | 5.2% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 4.4% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 7.9% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 4.7% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 43.3% | 49.1% | 5.8% | 48.4% | 0.7% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 32% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 14% | 12.7% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 5% | 4.5% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% | 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.
In the area around OL11 1QJ this area, 32.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 20.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.6% | 32.3% | -0.3% | 18.2% | 14.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 13.1% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 9.2% | -6.5% | 13.4% | -4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 3.9% | 3.0% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 15.4% | 8.2% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.4% | 20.8% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -13.0% |
| Other | 12.5% | 5.3% | -7.2% | 2.8% | 2.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 15.4% 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 | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 60.6% | 74% | 13.4% | 2.7% | 71.3% |
| Other Asian | 4.4% | 3.1% | -1.3% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 29.3% | 15.4% | -13.9% | 81.4% | -66.0% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 59.6% 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 | 68.1% | 59.6% | -8.5% | 83.2% | -23.6% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 6.6% | 5.7% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 28.9% | 32% | 3.1% | 5.6% | 26.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 68.1% | 59.2% | -8.9% | 83.2% | -24.0% |
| 10+ Years | 3.3% | 22.5% | 19.2% | 9.8% | 12.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.1% | 5.1% | 2.0% | 2.9% | 2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.7% | 4.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 21.9% | 9% | -12.9% | 1.9% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.8% | 76.7% | -7.9% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Portugal | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Spain | 3.5% | 0.4% | 3.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 9.2% | 1.2% | 8.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 5.7% | 37.2% | -31.5% |
| Christian | 11.5% | 46.2% | -34.7% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Muslim | 78.3% | 6.5% | 71.8% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hardwicke Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Balderstone & Kirkholt average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 113 Hardwicke Street, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £131,000 | 2025-03-14 | £130,027 |
| 117 Hardwicke Street, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £141,000 | 2024-11-15 | £142,601 |
| 126 Hardwicke Street, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2023-12-06 | £87,088 |
| 103 Hardwicke Street, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2022-09-09 | £90,233 |
| 112 Hardwicke Street, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £63,500 | 2020-02-18 | £95,072 |
The percentage of student residents living in OL11 1QJ 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 | 68 |
| Looking after home or family | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 29 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Other | 25 |
| Unemployed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howard Street Nursery School Howard Street , OL12 0PP | 3out of 4 | 2,166 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashfield Valley Primary School New Barn Lane , OL11 1TA | 3out of 4 | 137 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brimrod Community Primary School Holborn Street , OL11 4NB | 3out of 4 | 593 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandbrook Community Primary School Hartley Lane , OL11 2LR | 2out of 4 | 777 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale Ann Street , OL11 1EZ | 3out of 4 | 906 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marland Hill Community Primary School Roch Mills Crescent , Off Roch Valley Way OL11 4QW | 3out of 4 | 950 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsway Park High School Turf Hill Road , OL16 4XA | 3out of 4 | 1,785 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Matthew Moss High School Matthew Moss Lane , Marland OL11 3LU | - not rated | 1,897 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oulder Hill Community School and Language College Hudsons Walk , OL11 5EF | 2out of 4 | 2,352 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's RC High School Shaw Road , Thornham OL16 4RX | 2out of 4 | 2,444 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Falinge Park High School Falinge Road , Shawclough OL12 6LD | 3out of 4 | 2,547 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochdale Sixth Form College College Road , OL12 6HY | - not rated | 1,550 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus , Rochdale Road M24 6XH | - not rated | 4,651 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beech House School 184 Manchester Road , OL11 4JQ | - not rated | 619 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redwood Hudsons Walk , OL11 5EW | 3out of 4 | 2,415 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brownhill School Heights Lane , OL12 0PZ | 3out of 4 | 2,419 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy Greenbank Rd , Rochdale OL12 0HZ | - not rated | 2,755 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy 36 Taylor Street , OL12 0HX | - not rated | 2,798 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds Restaurants | Sandbrook Way | 215 yd | |
| The Sandbrook | The Sandbrook Ph, Sandbrook Park, Sandbrook Way | 215 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Restaurant | Pizza Hut (Uk) Ltd, Sandbrook Way | 231 yd | |
| Copper Pot Ltd | Copper Pot, Sandbrook Way | 231 yd | |
| Pure Gym | Fitness First Plc, Sandbrook Way | 231 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corporation Inn | 55 Milkstone Road | 844 yd | |
| Horse & Jockey | 1-3 Well I' Th' Lane | 959 yd | |
| Sudden Social Club | Sudden Social Club, Manchester Road | 1,011 yd | |
| Nelson Hotel | 131 Drake Street | 1,056 yd | |
| The Bridge Inn | Bridge Inn, Well I' Th' Lane | 1,081 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Sandbrook Park, Sandbrook Way | 215 yd | |
| KFC | Sandbrook Park | 406 yd | |
| Talibs Catering | 85 Tweedale Street | 615 yd | |
| Zeeshan Fish & Chips | 50 Tweedale Street | 735 yd | |
| Ontario Fried Chicken | 4 Tweedale Street | 735 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Silk Street | 887 yd | |
| Iceland | Queensway Centre, Well I' Th' Lane | 898 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stoneyfield Recreation Ground (Closed) Osborne Street | grass pitches | 198 yd |
| Pure Gym (Rochdale) SANDBROOK WAY | health and fitness suite | 324 yd |
| Polish Catholic Centre MANCHESTER ROAD | 499 yd | |
| Sandbrook Community Primary School HARTLEY LANE | grass pitches | 672 yd |
| Beech House School MANCHESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 685 yd |
| Brimrod Community Primary School BRIMROD COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL BRIMROD COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL HOLBORN STREET | grass pitches | 701 yd |
| Castlemere Community Centre CASTLEMERE COMMUNITY CENTRE CASTLEMERE COMMUNITY CENTRE TWEEDALE STREET | health and fitness suite | 726 yd |
| Deeplish Primary Academy DERBY STREET | grass pitches | 863 yd |
| Kingsway Park High School (Closed) Queen Victoria Street | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,030 yd |
| St Johns Rc Primary School ANN STREET | grass pitches | 1,031 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 122.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.