Heywood Road is in Rochdale and in Rochdale district. OL11 3BA is located in the Castleton 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 Heywood Road, Rochdale, OL11 3BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL11 3BH, OL11 3BJ, OL11 3AZ, OL11 3BL, OL11 3BG, OL11 3AU, OL11 3AT, OL11 3BN, OL11 3BE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OL11 3BA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.2% 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 | 47.8% | 55.2% | 7.4% | 51.0% | 4.2% |
| Male | 52.2% | 44.8% | -7.4% | 49.0% | -4.2% |
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 | 34% | 40.9% | 6.9% | 37.9% | 3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.1% | 29.3% | -2.8% | 44.2% | -14.9% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 5.1% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Divorced | 15.3% | 12.1% | -3.2% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 15.3% | 12.6% | -2.7% | 6.1% | 6.5% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (61.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 32.7% | 27.6% | -5.1% | 48.4% | -20.8% |
| Good health | 27.1% | 34.3% | 7.2% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 30.7% | 24.7% | -6.0% | 12.7% | 12.0% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 9.6% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 5.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 3.8% | 3.0% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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.
In the area around OL11 3BA this area, 33.8% 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 19.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.7% | 33.8% | -6.9% | 18.2% | 15.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.2% | 10.6% | 3.4% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 13.1% | -2.7% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 9.1% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 11.6% | -1.3% | 16.9% | -5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.9% | 19.2% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -14.6% |
| Other | 5.7% | 2.5% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 2.7% | 2.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 3.7% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| White | 98.8% | 85.2% | -13.6% | 81.4% | 3.8% |
| Other | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 89.1% 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 | 98.8% | 89.1% | -9.7% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 5.9% | 5.1% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 89.1% | -7.3% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 7.1% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 1.3% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69% | 76.7% | -7.7% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 24.3% | 13.5% | 10.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.4% | 37.2% | -0.8% |
| Christian | 54.8% | 46.2% | 8.6% |
| Muslim | 5% | 6.5% | -1.5% |
| 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 Heywood Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Castleton 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 -14.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Heywood Road, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2024-07-31 | £128,385 |
| 27 Heywood Road, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2022-10-14 | £140,546 |
| 45 Heywood Road, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2022-09-05 | £146,497 |
| 47 Heywood Road, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2021-04-20 | £154,183 |
| 41 Heywood Road, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2019-12-03 | £122,152 |
OL11 3BA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in OL11 3BA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howard Street Nursery School Howard Street , OL12 0PP | 3out of 4 | 4,111 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunny Brow Nursery School Sunny Brow Road , Archer Park M24 4AD | 4out of 4 | 5,388 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Edward's Church of England Primary School Hanover Street , Castleton OL11 3AR | 3out of 4 | 173 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castleton Primary School Hillcrest Road , Castleton OL11 2QD | 3out of 4 | 658 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gabriel's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale Vicarage Road South , Castleton OL11 2TN | 3out of 4 | 665 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marland Hill Community Primary School Roch Mills Crescent , Off Roch Valley Way OL11 4QW | 3out of 4 | 1,792 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Souls Church of England Primary School Rye Street , OL10 4DF | 4out of 4 | 1,820 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Moss High School Matthew Moss Lane , Marland OL11 3LU | - not rated | 1,394 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edgar Wood Academy Rochdale Road , Middleton M24 6XH | - not rated | 2,716 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newhouse Academy Newhouse Road , OL10 2NT | - not rated | 2,729 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 | 3,111 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's RC High School Shaw Road , Thornham OL16 4RX | 2out of 4 | 3,114 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 2,703 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Sixth Form College College Road , OL12 6HY | - not rated | 3,410 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | 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 | 2,536 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redwood Hudsons Walk , OL11 5EW | 3out of 4 | 3,237 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlands School Waverley Road , Middleton M24 6JG | 3out of 4 | 3,525 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brownhill School Heights Lane , OL12 0PZ | 3out of 4 | 4,270 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy Greenbank Rd , Rochdale OL12 0HZ | - not rated | 4,737 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tastebuds Cafe | 828 Manchester Road | 173 yd | |
| Zeera | Bridge Inn, 853 Manchester Road | 226 yd | |
| Achilles Meze and Grill Bar | 850 Manchester Road | 229 yd | |
| KFC | Bury New Road | 405 yd | |
| Castleton community centre | Castleton Community Centre, Manchester Road | 490 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Pits Inn | 842 Manchester Road | 229 yd | |
| Commercial Castleton | 868 Manchester Road | 229 yd | |
| British Legion Castleton Comrades Club | 20 Smalley Street | 329 yd | |
| Newtown National Club Ltd | 3 Nixon Street | 737 yd | |
| Mayfield Sports centre | Castlton Gabriels Football Club, Chadwick Lane | 782 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paprika | 766 Manchester Road | 203 yd | |
| Chicken Planet | 772 Manchester Road | 213 yd | |
| Ali's Kebab & Curry House | 832 Manchester Road | 213 yd | |
| Mumbai of Castleton - A True Taste of India | 821 Manchester Road | 213 yd | |
| His n Hers | 811 Manchester Road | 219 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cooperative | 3 Grosvenor Street | 350 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Edwards Ce Primary School HANOVER STREET | grass pitches | 232 yd |
| Castleton Swimming Pool MANCHESTER ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 542 yd |
| Castleton Primary School HILLCREST ROAD | grass pitches | 553 yd |
| Mayfield Sports Centre CHADWICK LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 554 yd |
| Evolution Physical Excellence Ltd ARROW MILL ARROW MILL QUEENSWAY | health and fitness suite | 699 yd |
| The Soccer Factory ROYLE BARN ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 701 yd |
| Castle Hawk Golf Club CHADWICK LANE | golf | 821 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.