Ryburn Square is in Rochdale and in Rochdale district. OL11 5UG is located in the Bamford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Heywood and Middleton. This postcode has been in use since 1986-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ryburn Square, Rochdale, OL11 5UG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL11 5UQ, OL11 5HQ, OL11 5HU, OL11 5JH, OL11 5HX, OL11 5QG, OL11 5HH, OL11 5HZ, OL11 5AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OL11 5UG has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% of residents 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 | 51.3% | 48.8% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 48.7% | 51.2% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 | 23.7% | 33.8% | 10.1% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.8% | 41.4% | -6.4% | 44.2% | -2.8% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.1% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 15% | 17.7% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 8.6% |
| Widowed | 11.5% | 6% | -5.5% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.7% | 52% | 14.3% | 48.4% | 3.6% |
| Good health | 45.4% | 28.5% | -16.9% | 33.6% | -5.1% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 13.1% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 4% | 4.7% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.3% | 16.1% | -9.2% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 7.5% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 15.4% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 7.9% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 16.1% | 6.6% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.2% | 34.8% | 3.6% | 33.8% | 1.0% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.8% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 11.3% | 7.5% | -3.8% | 2.7% | 4.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| White | 85.4% | 87.8% | 2.4% | 81.4% | 6.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 90.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.4% | 90.6% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 3% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.6% | 4.7% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.7% | 90.3% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.4% | 7.4% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 6% | 2% | -4.0% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29% | 37.2% | -8.2% |
| Christian | 56.7% | 46.2% | 10.5% |
| Muslim | 10.3% | 6.5% | 3.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ryburn Square 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 remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Ryburn Square, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £226,000 | 2025-02-21 | £226,000 |
| 4 Ryburn Square, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-10-06 | £195,947 |
| 4 Ryburn Square, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2022-05-31 | £164,905 |
| 2 Ryburn Square, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-02-18 | £215,717 |
| 6 Ryburn Square, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2021-02-19 | £206,602 |
OL11 5UG 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 5UG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| 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 | 4,004 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hoyle Nursery School Chesham Fold Road , BL9 6HR | 4out of 4 | 4,735 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bamford Academy Belgium Street , Rochdale OL11 5PS | 3out of 4 | 519 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Bamford Bury and Rochdale Old Road , OL10 4BB | 4out of 4 | 913 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whittaker Moss Primary School Highwood , OL11 5XP | 4out of 4 | 1,600 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's Church of England Primary School Queen's Park Road , OL10 4XB | 3out of 4 | 1,650 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Souls Church of England Primary School Rye Street , OL10 4DF | 4out of 4 | 1,759 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 1,911 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Matthew Moss High School Matthew Moss Lane , Marland OL11 3LU | - not rated | 1,990 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Roman Catholic and Church of England College Pot Hall , Wilton Grove OL10 2AA | 3out of 4 | 3,157 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Falinge Park High School Falinge Road , Shawclough OL12 6LD | 3out of 4 | 3,491 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newhouse Academy Newhouse Road , OL10 2NT | - not rated | 3,551 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 | 3,471 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus , Rochdale Road M24 6XH | - not rated | 5,385 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Hudsons Walk , OL11 5EW | 3out of 4 | 1,825 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beech House School 184 Manchester Road , OL11 4JQ | - not rated | 3,360 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennine House Hospital School Pennine House , Fairfield General Hospital BL9 7TD | - not rated | 3,430 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brownhill School Heights Lane , OL12 0PZ | 3out of 4 | 3,860 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy 36 Taylor Street , OL12 0HX | - not rated | 4,502 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 | 192 yd | |
| Baxter Storey | Zen Internet, Holiday House, Sandbrook Way | 934 yd | |
| Evolution Physical Excellence | Bluepits Mill, Queensway | 934 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mojitos | 8a Bamford Village Precinct, Norden Road | 192 yd | |
| The Grapes | 69 Norden Road | 192 yd | |
| Bamford Bowling Club | 50 Norden Road | 192 yd | |
| Bamford Fieldhouse Cricket Club | Bamford Fieldhouse Cricket Club, Hollin Lane | 223 yd | |
| Harvester Pub and Grill | Sir Winston Churchill, Bury Road | 415 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bamford Balti Express | 6a Bamford Village Precinct, Norden Road | 192 yd | |
| Elliot's Craft Pizza and Grill | 3A Bamford Precinct | 492 yd | |
| Chan's | 190 Oldham Road | 934 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 1a Bamford Village Precinct, Norden Road | 192 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bamford Fieldhouse Cricket Club HOLLIN LANE | grass pitches | 220 yd |
| Rochdale Tennis Club Hollin Lane | tennis courts | 247 yd |
| 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 | 383 yd |
| Bamford Academy BELGIUM STREET | grass pitches | 455 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 | 0.0% |
| 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.