Willbutts Lane is in Rochdale and in Rochdale district. OL11 5BA is located in the Spotland & Falinge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rochdale. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Willbutts Lane, Rochdale, OL11 5BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL11 5AF, OL11 5AZ, OL11 5BB, OL12 7AW, OL11 5AD, OL12 7AR, OL11 5AY, OL11 5DY, OL12 7AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OL11 5BA is primarily male, with 56.7% 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 | 49.4% | 43.3% | -6.1% | 51.0% | -7.7% |
| Male | 50.6% | 56.7% | 6.1% | 49.0% | 7.7% |
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 | 36.2% | 34.5% | -1.7% | 37.9% | -3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.8% | 40.1% | 6.3% | 44.2% | -4.1% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 4% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 11.3% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 16.4% | 10.2% | -6.2% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
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 (69.7%) 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 | 39.3% | 36.7% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -11.7% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 33% | 3.3% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 22.2% | 22.5% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 9.8% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 6.4% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 5BA this area, 33.3% 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 19.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.7% | 33.3% | -2.4% | 18.2% | 15.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 9.6% | -0.1% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 11.9% | -1.1% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.2% | 7.9% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 14.7% | -0.3% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 19.2% | 1.8% | 33.8% | -14.6% |
| Other | 1.9% | 3.4% | 1.5% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.1% | -0.6% |
| Pakistani | 2.5% | 5.1% | 2.6% | 2.7% | 2.4% |
| Other Asian | 2.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 4.6% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 3.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| White | 93.7% | 81.9% | -11.8% | 81.4% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 89.8% 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 | 97.5% | 89.8% | -7.7% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 5.6% | 4.8% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 89.8% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.6% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 1.9% | -2.3% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75% | 76.7% | -1.7% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 18.1% | 13.5% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.7% | 37.2% | -6.5% |
| Christian | 53.7% | 46.2% | 7.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 11.9% | 6.5% | 5.4% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Willbutts 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 fallen by about -17.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76 Willbutts Lane, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2023-01-06 | £189,000 |
| 76 Willbutts Lane, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £234,000 | 2022-01-05 | £286,531 |
| 78 Willbutts Lane, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2021-10-15 | £194,845 |
| 70 Willbutts Lane, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2021-01-28 | £298,580 |
| 72 Willbutts Lane, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2020-12-04 | £227,296 |
OL11 5BA 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 5BA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 71 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howard Street Nursery School Howard Street , OL12 0PP | 3out of 4 | 1,758 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meanwood Community Nursery and Primary School Churchill Street , OL12 7DJ | 3out of 4 | 441 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Caldershaw Primary School Edenfield Road , OL12 7QL | 4out of 4 | 841 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale Edenfield Road , Norden OL12 7QL | 3out of 4 | 841 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Spotland Primary School Edmund Street , OL12 6QG | 3out of 4 | 1,022 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norden Community Primary School Shawfield Lane , Norden OL12 7RQ | 3out of 4 | 1,603 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 579 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Falinge Park High School Falinge Road , Shawclough OL12 6LD | 3out of 4 | 1,114 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Matthew Moss High School Matthew Moss Lane , Marland OL11 3LU | - not rated | 2,459 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsway Park High School Turf Hill Road , OL16 4XA | 3out of 4 | 3,891 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitworth Community High School Hall Fold , Whitworth OL12 8TS | 3out of 4 | 4,385 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 | 1,479 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 | 632 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brownhill School Heights Lane , OL12 0PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,528 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beech House School 184 Manchester Road , OL11 4JQ | - not rated | 2,002 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy 36 Taylor Street , OL12 0HX | - not rated | 2,151 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy Greenbank Rd , Rochdale OL12 0HZ | - not rated | 2,166 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweet Coffee Ltd | 305 Cutgate Shopping Precinct, Edenfield Road | 486 yd | |
| Munchies | 253 Rooley Moor Road | 619 yd | |
| Pavilion Rochdale | 231 Spotland Road | 645 yd | |
| Jolly Giraffes | Unit 1, The Pavillions, Bridgefold Road | 662 yd | |
| Spotland and Falinge Community Centre | Spotland And Falinge Community, 92-96 Spotland Road | 1,060 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Oil Arena - Rochdale AFC (Bars Only for Food Hygiene) | Spotland Stadium, Sandy Lane | 319 yd | |
| Ratcliffe Bars & Function Suite | Ratcliffe Arms, Sandy Lane | 319 yd | |
| Royds Arms | 158 Rooley Moor Road | 545 yd | |
| Greenwoods @ Rochdale Golf Club | Rochdale Golf Club, Edenfield Road | 933 yd | |
| Cemetery Hotel | 470 Bury Road | 966 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willbutts Lane Chippy | 56 Willbutts Lane | 191 yd | |
| The Sandwich Company | 64 Edenfield Road | 371 yd | |
| Meatup | 303 Cutgate Shopping Precinct, Edenfield Road | 487 yd | |
| Wood Fired | 117 Sandy Lane | 496 yd | |
| Golden Gate | 109 Rooley Moor Road | 545 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co operative | Cutgate Shopping Precinct, Edenfield Road | 487 yd | |
| The Cooperative | 249-251 Rooley Moor Road | 619 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 444 Edenfield Road | 641 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rochdale Afc (Spotland Stadium) SPOTLAND STADIUM SPOTLAND STADIUM SANDY LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 216 yd |
| Meanwood Community Primary School Churchill Street | grass pitches | 282 yd |
| Oulder Hill Leisure Complex GREAVE AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 611 yd |
| Fitness For Life (Rochdale) (Closed) Ings Lane | health and fitness suite | 634 yd |
| Rochdale Cricket Lacrosse And Squash Club BRIDGEFOLD ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts | 805 yd |
| Burton Park BURY ROAD | grass pitches | 861 yd |
| Rochdale Golf Club EDENFIELD ROAD | golf | 869 yd |
| Caldershaw Community Primary School EDENFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 947 yd |
| Falinge Park High School FALINGE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,028 yd |
| Rochdale Rugby Union Club MOORGATE AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,041 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 | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.