Clay Lane is in Rochdale and in Rochdale district. OL11 5AS is located in the Bamford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Heywood and Middleton. This postcode has been in use since 2006-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Clay Lane, Rochdale, OL11 5AS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL11 5RH, OL11 5QS, OL11 5SE, OL11 5SH, OL11 5QN, OL11 5SG, OL11 5RW, OL11 5RP, OL11 5RR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OL11 5AS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 50.5% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 50.3% | 49.5% | -0.8% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of OL11 5AS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19.5% | 21.7% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -16.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67% | 58.3% | -8.7% | 44.2% | 14.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 8.3% | 2.2% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 10.1% | 4.7% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 | 44.2% | 52.4% | 8.2% | 48.4% | 4.0% |
| Good health | 39.7% | 29.3% | -10.4% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 13.8% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 3.9% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.6% | -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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 44.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.3% | 12.4% | -2.9% | 18.2% | -5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 5.1% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 11.7% | 0.2% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 6.6% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 15.7% | 7.3% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.4% | 44.2% | -0.2% | 33.8% | 10.4% |
| Other | 5.7% | 4.4% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 63% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 4.5% | 5.7% | 1.2% | 3.1% | 2.6% |
| Pakistani | 14.1% | 22.9% | 8.8% | 2.7% | 20.2% |
| Other Asian | 2.9% | 1.5% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 77.6% | 63% | -14.6% | 81.4% | -18.4% |
| Other | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 82.3% 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 | 82.1% | 82.3% | 0.2% | 83.2% | -0.9% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 1.2% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 11.5% | 15.3% | 3.8% | 5.6% | 9.7% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.4% | 82.3% | 0.9% | 83.2% | -0.9% |
| 10+ Years | 5.1% | 16.8% | 11.7% | 9.8% | 7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.2% | 0.6% | -11.6% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.2% | 76.7% | 15.5% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5.7% | 13.5% | -7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19.5% | 37.2% | -17.7% |
| Christian | 45.3% | 46.2% | -0.9% |
| Hindu | 4.2% | 1.7% | 2.5% |
| Muslim | 27.6% | 6.5% | 21.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clay Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Bamford 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 stayed broadly stable by about 1.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Norden Lodge Clay Lane, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2025-06-03 | £197,804 |
| 6 Norden Lodge Clay Lane, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2021-08-20 | £152,646 |
| 7 Norden Lodge Clay Lane, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2019-05-01 | £272,140 |
| 5 Norden Lodge Clay Lane, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £207,500 | 2018-11-09 | £282,345 |
| 16 Norden Lodge Clay Lane, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2018-04-20 | £229,447 |
OL11 5AS 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 5AS 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 | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howard Street Nursery School Howard Street , OL12 0PP | 3out of 4 | 3,703 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hoyle Nursery School Chesham Fold Road , BL9 6HR | 4out of 4 | 5,183 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whittaker Moss Primary School Highwood , OL11 5XP | 4out of 4 | 662 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bamford Academy Belgium Street , Rochdale OL11 5PS | 3out of 4 | 757 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norden Community Primary School Shawfield Lane , Norden OL12 7RQ | 3out of 4 | 1,206 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Caldershaw Primary School Edenfield Road , OL12 7QL | 4out of 4 | 1,224 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale Edenfield Road , Norden OL12 7QL | 3out of 4 | 1,224 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oulder Hill Community School and Language College Hudsons Walk , OL11 5EF | 2out of 4 | 1,669 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Matthew Moss High School Matthew Moss Lane , Marland OL11 3LU | - not rated | 2,601 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Falinge Park High School Falinge Road , Shawclough OL12 6LD | 3out of 4 | 3,051 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Roman Catholic and Church of England College Pot Hall , Wilton Grove OL10 2AA | 3out of 4 | 4,100 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newhouse Academy Newhouse Road , OL10 2NT | - not rated | 4,508 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 3,308 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Hudsons Walk , OL11 5EW | 3out of 4 | 1,580 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beech House School 184 Manchester Road , OL11 4JQ | - not rated | 3,463 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brownhill School Heights Lane , OL12 0PZ | 3out of 4 | 3,480 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennine House Hospital School Pennine House , Fairfield General Hospital BL9 7TD | - not rated | 3,979 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy 36 Taylor Street , OL12 0HX | - not rated | 4,095 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amor | 7a Bamford Village Precinct, Norden Road | 772 yd | |
| Stocco | 539 Edenfield Road | 797 yd | |
| Catherines | 677 Edenfield Road | 937 yd | |
| The True Taste of India | 673 Edenfield Road | 937 yd | |
| Hellfire Kitchen | Horse & Farrier | 951 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bamford Fieldhouse Cricket Club | Bamford Fieldhouse Cricket Club, Hollin Lane | 735 yd | |
| Mojitos | 8a Bamford Village Precinct, Norden Road | 772 yd | |
| The Grapes | 69 Norden Road | 772 yd | |
| Bamford Bowling Club | 50 Norden Road | 772 yd | |
| Turf Tavern | 564 Edenfield Road | 871 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elliot's Craft Pizza and Grill | 3A Bamford Precinct | 521 yd | |
| Bamford Balti Express | 6a Bamford Village Precinct, Norden Road | 772 yd | |
| Norden Indian | 772 Edenfield Road | 961 yd | |
| Oriental Chinese Takeaway | 774 Edenfield Road | 961 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 1a Bamford Village Precinct, Norden Road | 772 yd | |
| The Cooperative | 645 Edenfield Road | 937 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Top Of The Lane Playing Fields (Bridge Jfc) RMBC TOP O TH LANE PLAYING FIELD AND PREMISES RMBC TOP O TH LANE PLAYING FIELD AND PREMISES HOLLIN LANE | grass pitches | 575 yd |
| Bamford Academy BELGIUM STREET | grass pitches | 687 yd |
| Rochdale Tennis Club Hollin Lane | tennis courts | 715 yd |
| Whittaker Moss Primary School HIGHWOOD | grass pitches | 730 yd |
| Bamford Fieldhouse Cricket Club HOLLIN LANE | grass pitches | 780 yd |
| Norden Cricket Club WOODHOUSE LANE | grass pitches | 1,032 yd |
| Rochdale Rugby Union Club MOORGATE AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,075 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 | 11.1% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 79.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 158.59 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 158.59 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.96 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.