College Bank Way is in Rochdale and in Rochdale district. OL12 6UF 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 College Bank Way, Rochdale, OL12 6UF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL12 6UF, OL12 6UG, OL12 6UQ, OL12 6UD, OL12 6TZ, OL12 6TQ, OL12 6TL, OL12 6UH, OL12 6UJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OL12 6UF is primarily male, with 62.3% 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 | 37.5% | 37.7% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -13.3% |
| Male | 62.5% | 62.3% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 13.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around OL12 6UF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 53.9% | 53.1% | -0.8% | 37.9% | 15.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 13.9% | 18.6% | 4.7% | 44.2% | -25.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 23.6% | 19.5% | -4.1% | 9.1% | 10.4% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 4.4% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 (58.1%) 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 | 18.5% | 23.4% | 4.9% | 48.4% | -25.0% |
| Good health | 25% | 34.7% | 9.7% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 37.5% | 16.9% | -20.6% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 14.3% | 19.4% | 5.1% | 4.0% | 15.4% |
| Very bad health | 4.8% | 5.6% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 4.4% |
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 6UF this area, 32.7% 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 15.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.6% | 32.7% | -7.9% | 18.2% | 14.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 14.5% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 10.9% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 12.7% | 7.2% | 5.3% | 7.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.7% | 10% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.1% | 15.5% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -18.3% |
| Other | 4.8% | 3.6% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 76% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 5.8% | 5.2% | 2.7% | 3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 9.1% | 7.9% | 2.5% | 6.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 0.4% | 5.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.2% | 76% | -19.2% | 81.4% | -5.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 78.7% 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 | 92.3% | 78.7% | -13.6% | 83.2% | -4.5% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 7.4% | 3.8% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 8.2% | 5.8% | 2.7% | 5.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 4.9% | 4.3% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 78.7% | -13.0% | 83.2% | -4.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 6.6% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 11.5% | 11.5% | 2.9% | 8.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 1.6% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.8% | 76.7% | -16.9% |
| Portugal | 6.6% | 0.5% | 6.1% |
| Poland | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 27.9% | 13.5% | 14.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.8% | 37.2% | -10.4% |
| Christian | 55.3% | 46.2% | 9.1% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 8.9% | 6.5% | 2.4% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around College Bank Way was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Bamford average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 156 Town Mill Brow College Bank Way, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £71,500 | 2021-12-17 | £84,624 |
| 183 Town Mill Brow College Bank Way, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £60,500 | 2021-08-10 | £69,568 |
| 113 Town Mill Brow College Bank Way, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £47,300 | 2018-10-15 | £67,452 |
OL12 6UF area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Retired | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Full-Time Employee | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Self-Employed | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance 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 | 620 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadfield Community Primary School Sparrow Hill , OL16 1QT | 3out of 4 | 526 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spotland Primary School Edmund Street , OL12 6QG | 3out of 4 | 557 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale Ann Street , OL11 1EZ | 3out of 4 | 1,087 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meanwood Community Nursery and Primary School Churchill Street , OL12 7DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,209 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenbank Primary School Greenbank Road , OL12 0HZ | 3out of 4 | 1,248 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 911 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oulder Hill Community School and Language College Hudsons Walk , OL11 5EF | 2out of 4 | 1,640 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsway Park High School Turf Hill Road , OL16 4XA | 3out of 4 | 2,537 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Matthew Moss High School Matthew Moss Lane , Marland OL11 3LU | - not rated | 2,664 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's RC High School Shaw Road , Thornham OL16 4RX | 2out of 4 | 3,837 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 116 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brownhill School Heights Lane , OL12 0PZ | 3out of 4 | 766 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beech House School 184 Manchester Road , OL11 4JQ | - not rated | 1,060 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy Greenbank Rd , Rochdale OL12 0HZ | - not rated | 1,248 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy 36 Taylor Street , OL12 0HX | - not rated | 1,273 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Redwood Hudsons Walk , OL11 5EW | 3out of 4 | 1,731 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Training Kitchens, College Bistro & Riverside Restaurant | Hopwood Hall College Rochdale, St Marys Gate | 133 yd | |
| Rochdale Town Hall | Town Hall, The Esplanade | 148 yd | |
| Tetrosyl Limited | Newgate House, 1 Newgate | 254 yd | |
| Rochdale Pioneers Museum | 31 Toad Lane | 288 yd | |
| Fresh Prep Street Food | Market Way, Car park @ Rochdale Exchange Shopping Cen | 296 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Baum | 33-35 Toad Lane | 294 yd | |
| The Roebuck Hotel | Roebuck Hotel, Yorkshire Street | 317 yd | |
| Vicolo Del Vino | 10a Baillie Street | 394 yd | |
| The Pint Pot | 8 Baillie Street | 395 yd | |
| Malibu | 17 The Butts | 395 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Restaurant | 377 Lower Falinge | 243 yd | |
| Sizzlers Kebab House | 82 Spotland Road | 316 yd | |
| Papas Prime Kebab House and Late Shop | 86 Spotland Road | 316 yd | |
| Lucky Fish Bar | 84 Spotland Road | 316 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Unit 3 Mellor Street | 334 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl Uk, Spotland Road | 268 yd | |
| Iceland | 31 Market Place, Newgate | 296 yd | |
| One Beyond | 50 Market Way, Newgate | 297 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Stores Ltd, Dane Street | 334 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 90 Mellor Street | 487 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jd Gyms (Rochdale) 41-43 41-43 YORKSHIRE STREET | health and fitness suite | 374 yd |
| Brownhill School HEIGHTS LANE | 730 yd | |
| Rochdale Cricket Lacrosse And Squash Club BRIDGEFOLD ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts | 817 yd |
| St Johns Rc Primary School ANN STREET | grass pitches | 944 yd |
| Falinge Park High School FALINGE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 976 yd |
| Castlemere Community Centre CASTLEMERE COMMUNITY CENTRE CASTLEMERE COMMUNITY CENTRE TWEEDALE STREET | health and fitness suite | 994 yd |
| Central Leisure Centre (Closed) Entwisle Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,018 yd |
| Beech House School MANCHESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 1,030 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 | 95.2% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 108.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 329.96 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 329.96 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.