Mountside Close is in Rochdale and in Rochdale district. OL12 6JS is located in the Healey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rochdale. This postcode has been in use since 1984-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mountside Close, Rochdale, OL12 6JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL12 6EU, OL12 6JT, OL12 6ER, OL12 6BY, OL12 6JR, OL12 6BX, OL12 6BF, OL12 6HP, OL12 6EN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OL12 6JS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% 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 | 56.1% | 49.9% | -6.2% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 43.9% | 50.1% | 6.2% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
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 | 24.9% | 27% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.5% | 50.7% | 5.2% | 44.2% | 6.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 3.2% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 7.8% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 17.7% | 10.7% | -7.0% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
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 (68.8%) 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 | 35.4% | 33.4% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -15.0% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 35.4% | 5.1% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 22.7% | 19.7% | -3.0% | 12.7% | 7.0% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 8.4% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 4.4% |
| Very bad health | 4.5% | 3% | -1.5% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.8% | 26.4% | -10.4% | 18.2% | 8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 10.4% | -0.3% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 13.3% | 1.4% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 10.4% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 5.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 12.5% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.3% | 21.7% | 1.4% | 33.8% | -12.1% |
| Other | 5.8% | 5.2% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 62.6% 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 | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 16.7% | 31.3% | 14.6% | 2.7% | 28.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 3.6% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 77% | 62.6% | -14.4% | 81.4% | -18.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 83.7% 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 | 89.9% | 83.7% | -6.2% | 83.2% | 0.5% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.3% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.1% | 11.5% | 3.4% | 5.6% | 5.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.4% | 84.4% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 1.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 12.6% | 11.8% | 9.8% | 2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.8% | 1.3% | -7.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.8% | 76.7% | 7.1% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 17.8% | 37.2% | -19.4% |
| Christian | 43.8% | 46.2% | -2.4% |
| Muslim | 33.8% | 6.5% | 27.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mountside Close was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Healey 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 -52.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Mountside Close, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-11-05 | £217,065 |
| 19 Mountside Close, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2018-01-29 | £221,493 |
| 8 Mountside Close, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2017-05-12 | £163,381 |
| 10 Mountside Close, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2015-07-22 | £227,273 |
| 1 Mountside Close, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £139,950 | 2010-11-12 | £256,656 |
OL12 6JS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 OL12 6JS 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 | 116 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Other | 18 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Education | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howard Street Nursery School Howard Street , OL12 0PP | 3out of 4 | 958 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenbank Primary School Greenbank Road , OL12 0HZ | 3out of 4 | 642 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shawclough Community Primary School Thrum Hall Lane , OL12 6DE | 3out of 4 | 644 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Healey Foundation Primary School Earnshaw Avenue , OL12 0ST | 3out of 4 | 654 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Primary School Maud Street , OL12 0EL | 3out of 4 | 810 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School Foxholes Road , OL12 0ET | 4out of 4 | 833 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Falinge Park High School Falinge Road , Shawclough OL12 6LD | 3out of 4 | 789 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oulder Hill Community School and Language College Hudsons Walk , OL11 5EF | 2out of 4 | 2,376 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wardle Academy Birch Road , Wardle OL12 9RD | 3out of 4 | 2,856 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsway Park High School Turf Hill Road , OL16 4XA | 3out of 4 | 3,547 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitworth Community High School Hall Fold , Whitworth OL12 8TS | 3out of 4 | 3,707 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 | 1,553 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochdale Islamic Academy 36 Taylor Street , OL12 0HX | - not rated | 595 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy Greenbank Rd , Rochdale OL12 0HZ | - not rated | 650 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Brownhill School Heights Lane , OL12 0PZ | 3out of 4 | 672 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springside Albert Royds Street , Rochdale OL16 2SU | 3out of 4 | 1,607 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Howarth School Great Howarth Road , OL12 9HJ | - not rated | 1,895 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Captain Jacks @ Thunk | Unit D2 Fieldhouse Industrial Estate | 362 yd | |
| Taboosh Shisha Lounge | Richmond Hall | 827 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riflemans Arms | 11 Mizzy Road | 378 yd | |
| Cronkeyshaw Social Club | 11 Cronkeyshaw Road | 501 yd | |
| Mark Twain | Mark Twain Inn, 127 Whitworth Road | 504 yd | |
| The Talbot Head | Talbot Head Public House, 20-22 Shawclough Road | 585 yd | |
| The Donkey | Green Gardens, 21 Syke Road | 790 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Wok | 366 Whitworth Road | 322 yd | |
| Bright & Breezy | Unit D22, Fieldhouse Industria, Fieldhouse Road | 356 yd | |
| La La's Tandoori | 143 Whitworth Road | 504 yd | |
| Papz Kitchen | 144 Whitworth Road | 579 yd | |
| Delicious House | 9 Dewhirst Road | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, Whitworth Road | 93 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse | Unit 2a, Haynes Street | 1,013 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shawclough Community Primary School THRUM HALL LANE | grass pitches | 695 yd |
| Brownhill School HEIGHTS LANE | 716 yd | |
| Falinge Park High School FALINGE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 848 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 | 54.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 107 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.