East View is in Rochdale and in Rochdale district. OL12 6SF 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 East View, Rochdale, OL12 6SF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL12 6UL, OL12 6UN, OL12 6TE, OL12 6SG, OL12 6TG, OL12 6UH, OL12 6UJ, OL12 6SZ, OL12 6SJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OL12 6SF has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 50.5% | 49.4% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 49.5% | 50.6% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 OL12 6SF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.3% 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 | 27.3% | 31.5% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.2% | 54.3% | 3.1% | 44.2% | 10.1% |
| Separated | 5.4% | 2.5% | -2.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 4% | -4.8% | 9.1% | -5.1% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 7.7% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.3% | 46.5% | 4.2% | 48.4% | -1.9% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 32.9% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 13.2% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 5.8% | -1.9% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 OL12 6SF this area, 40.1% 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 15.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.4% | 40.1% | 1.7% | 18.2% | 21.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 12.3% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 15.1% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 10.5% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -6.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.5% | 15.1% | 1.6% | 33.8% | -18.7% |
| Other | 9.4% | 5.2% | -4.2% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 14.5% 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 | 1.4% | 0.2% | -1.2% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 62% | 66.7% | 4.7% | 2.7% | 64.0% |
| Other Asian | 2.6% | 5.6% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 4.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0.2% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 26.4% | 14.5% | -11.9% | 81.4% | -66.9% |
| Arab | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0.7% | 7.4% | 6.7% | 1.6% | 5.8% |
In this area, 53% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.8% | 53% | -15.8% | 83.2% | -30.2% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 5.8% | 5.1% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 30.3% | 36% | 5.7% | 5.6% | 30.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 2.5% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 67.8% | 52.7% | -15.1% | 83.2% | -30.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 25.4% | 23.2% | 9.8% | 15.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 6% | 6% | 0.0% | 2.9% | 3.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.8% | 9.4% | 4.6% | 2.2% | 7.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 19.2% | 6.5% | -12.7% | 1.9% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.3% | 76.7% | -4.4% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 3.6% | 0.6% | 3.0% |
| Portugal | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Spain | 2% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Romania | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 6.9% | 1.2% | 5.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 4.3% | 37.2% | -32.9% |
| Christian | 16.3% | 46.2% | -29.9% |
| Muslim | 78.1% | 6.5% | 71.6% |
| Not answered | 1.3% | 6.0% | -4.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around East View 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.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 East View, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2024-12-19 | £89,566 |
| 16 East View, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2024-03-20 | £100,721 |
| 6 East View, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2023-12-04 | £68,310 |
| 14 East View, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £79,000 | 2023-02-17 | £88,945 |
| 32 East View, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2021-12-10 | £120,340 |
OL12 6SF 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 student residents living in OL12 6SF area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Looking after home or family | 57 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 50 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Other | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 745 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Street Nursery School South Street , OL16 2EP | - not rated | 1,323 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brimrod Nursery School Finsbury Street , OL11 4NB | - not rated | 1,463 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thames Street Nursery School Thames Street , OL16 5NY | - not rated | 2,091 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spotland Primary Academy Edmund Street , OL12 6QG | 1out of 4 | 490 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spotland Primary School Edmund Street , OL12 6QG | - not rated | 490 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakenrod Primary School Bury Road , OL11 4EE | - not rated | 498 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sparrow Hill Primary and Community School Sparrow Hill , OL16 1QT | - not rated | 623 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadfield Community Primary School Sparrow Hill , OL16 1QT | 3out of 4 | 623 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadfield Upper School Nelson Street , OL16 1NN | - not rated | 830 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Falinge Park Upper School Falinge Road , OL12 6LD | - not rated | 883 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Falinge Park High School Falinge Road , Shawclough OL12 6LD | - not rated | 883 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Falinge Park High School Falinge Road , Shawclough OL12 6LD | 3out of 4 | 883 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenhill Upper School Falinge Road , OL12 6LD | - not rated | 948 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redbrook Middle School Bridgefold Road , OL11 5BX | - not rated | 590 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Thrum Hall Middle School Thrum Hall Lane , OL12 6DE | - not rated | 1,967 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC Middle School Holstein Avenue , OL12 6DL | - not rated | 2,276 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Howarth Cross Middle School Albert Royds Street , OL16 2SU | - not rated | 2,432 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Matthew Moss Middle School Matthew Moss Lane , OL11 3LU | - not rated | 2,544 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | 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 | 191 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Sixth Form College College Road , OL12 6HY | - not rated | 191 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muslim Girls' School Rochdale 104 Spotland Road , OL12 6PJ | - not rated | 289 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Granville Greencorns Co 1st and 2nd Floors , Leeds House OL16 1BH | - not rated | 586 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waidshouse Greencorns Independent School Co 1st and 2nd Floors , Leeds House OL16 1BH | - not rated | 586 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bernard - Green Corns 1st and 2nd Floors , Leeds House OL16 1BH | - not rated | 586 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fox - Green Corns 1st and 2nd Floors , Leeds House OL16 1BH | - not rated | 586 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochdale 6th Form College | College Road | 247 yd | |
| China Garden | 222-224 College Road | 247 yd | |
| Spotland and Falinge Community Centre | Spotland And Falinge Community, 92-96 Spotland Road | 302 yd | |
| Rochdale Town Hall | Town Hall, The Esplanade | 322 yd | |
| Training Kitchens, College Bistro & Riverside Restaurant | Hopwood Hall College Rochdale, St Marys Gate | 330 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Baum | 33-35 Toad Lane | 512 yd | |
| The Roebuck Hotel | Roebuck Hotel, Yorkshire Street | 582 yd | |
| Brownhill Hotel | Brownhills Hotel, 19 Heights Lane | 645 yd | |
| Vicolo Del Vino | 10a Baillie Street | 660 yd | |
| Malibu | 17 The Butts | 661 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al Habib Takeaway | 228 College Road | 247 yd | |
| Sizzlers Kebab House | 82 Spotland Road | 261 yd | |
| Papas Prime Kebab House and Late Shop | 86 Spotland Road | 261 yd | |
| Lucky Fish Bar | 84 Spotland Road | 261 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Unit 3 Mellor Street | 280 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda Stores Ltd, Dane Street | 280 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 90 Mellor Street | 388 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Uk, Spotland Road | 464 yd | |
| Iceland | 31 Market Place, Newgate | 563 yd | |
| One Beyond | 50 Market Way, Newgate | 564 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rochdale Cricket Lacrosse And Squash Club BRIDGEFOLD ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts | 558 yd |
| Jd Gyms (Rochdale) 41-43 41-43 YORKSHIRE STREET | health and fitness suite | 634 yd |
| Brownhill School HEIGHTS LANE | 781 yd | |
| Falinge Park High School FALINGE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 881 yd |
| Burton Park BURY ROAD | grass pitches | 922 yd |
| Rochdale Afc (Spotland Stadium) SPOTLAND STADIUM SPOTLAND STADIUM SANDY LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 989 yd |
| Beech House School MANCHESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 1,036 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 | 79.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 75.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.