Tentercroft is in Rochdale and in Rochdale district. OL12 6UQ 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 Tentercroft, Rochdale, OL12 6UQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL12 6UQ, OL12 6UH, OL12 6UJ, OL12 6UE, OL12 6UF, OL12 6TL, OL12 6UL, OL12 6UN, OL12 6TQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OL12 6UQ is primarily male, with 53.5% 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 | 41.3% | 46.5% | 5.2% | 51.0% | -4.5% |
| Male | 58.8% | 53.5% | -5.3% | 49.0% | 4.5% |
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 6UQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.9% 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 | 48.4% | 48.9% | 0.5% | 37.9% | 11.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 22.1% | 27.5% | 5.4% | 44.2% | -16.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 2.3% | -2.4% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 19.7% | 14.5% | -5.2% | 9.1% | 5.4% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 6.1% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 (62.8%) 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 | 26.7% | 35.8% | 9.1% | 48.4% | -12.6% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 27% | -8.8% | 33.6% | -6.6% |
| Fair health | 20.8% | 22.6% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 9.9% |
| Bad health | 14.6% | 10.7% | -3.9% | 4.0% | 6.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 3.8% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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 6UQ this area, 34.8% 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 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39% | 34.8% | -4.2% | 18.2% | 16.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 14.4% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 7.6% | -5.5% | 13.4% | -5.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 8.3% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 11.4% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.5% | 18.2% | 2.7% | 33.8% | -15.6% |
| Other | 7.5% | 5.3% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 2.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 64.4% 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 | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 13.3% | 11.3% | -2.0% | 2.7% | 8.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Black African | 4.2% | 6.9% | 2.7% | 2.5% | 4.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 79.2% | 64.4% | -14.8% | 81.4% | -17.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Other | 0.4% | 4.4% | 4.0% | 1.6% | 2.8% |
In this area, 69.7% 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 | 79.2% | 69.7% | -9.5% | 83.2% | -13.5% |
| European Union | 9.2% | 13.5% | 4.3% | 6.1% | 7.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 3.3% | 7.1% | 3.8% | 2.7% | 4.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.5% | 7.1% | -0.4% | 5.6% | 1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 76.7% | 69.2% | -7.5% | 83.2% | -14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 16% | 14.3% | 9.8% | 6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.8% | 7.1% | 1.3% | 2.9% | 4.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.1% | 4.5% | -2.6% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.8% | 3.2% | -5.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 55.1% | 76.7% | -21.6% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 9.5% | 1.3% | 8.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 4.4% | 0.3% | 4.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.7% |
| Southern Asia | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.7% |
| No passport held | 19.6% | 13.5% | 6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.6% | 37.2% | -13.6% |
| Christian | 50.3% | 46.2% | 4.1% |
| Muslim | 20.5% | 6.5% | 14.0% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tentercroft was 6.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 3893.3% higher than the Bamford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tentercroft has the 2nd highest crime rate of 11 local areas in Bamford and the 7th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Rochdale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 151 Tentercroft College Bank Way, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2020-11-30 | £73,731 |
| 154 Tentercroft College Bank Way, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £37,625 | 2018-08-06 | £54,694 |
| 153 Tentercroft College Bank Way, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £46,225 | 2018-08-06 | £67,196 |
| 184 Tentercroft College Bank Way, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2016-12-02 | £86,405 |
| 133 Tentercroft College Bank Way, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £39,000 | 2015-06-26 | £63,549 |
| Full-Time Employee | 30 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| 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 | 671 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spotland Primary School Edmund Street , OL12 6QG | 3out of 4 | 509 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadfield Community Primary School Sparrow Hill , OL16 1QT | 3out of 4 | 579 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale Ann Street , OL11 1EZ | 3out of 4 | 1,135 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meanwood Community Nursery and Primary School Churchill Street , OL12 7DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,143 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenbank Primary School Greenbank Road , OL12 0HZ | 3out of 4 | 1,293 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 | 882 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oulder Hill Community School and Language College Hudsons Walk , OL11 5EF | 2out of 4 | 1,561 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsway Park High School Turf Hill Road , OL16 4XA | 3out of 4 | 2,599 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Matthew Moss High School Matthew Moss Lane , Marland OL11 3LU | - not rated | 2,613 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's RC High School Shaw Road , Thornham OL16 4RX | 2out of 4 | 3,879 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 | 145 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 | 781 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beech House School 184 Manchester Road , OL11 4JQ | - not rated | 1,063 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy Greenbank Rd , Rochdale OL12 0HZ | - not rated | 1,293 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy 36 Taylor Street , OL12 0HX | - not rated | 1,316 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Redwood Hudsons Walk , OL11 5EW | 3out of 4 | 1,651 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 | 173 yd | |
| Rochdale Town Hall | Town Hall, The Esplanade | 177 yd | |
| Tetrosyl Limited | Newgate House, 1 Newgate | 329 yd | |
| Rochdale Pioneers Museum | 31 Toad Lane | 362 yd | |
| Fresh Prep Street Food | Market Way, Car park @ Rochdale Exchange Shopping Cen | 375 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Baum | 33-35 Toad Lane | 352 yd | |
| The Roebuck Hotel | Roebuck Hotel, Yorkshire Street | 396 yd | |
| Vicolo Del Vino | 10a Baillie Street | 473 yd | |
| Malibu | 17 The Butts | 474 yd | |
| The Pint Pot | 8 Baillie Street | 474 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Restaurant | 377 Lower Falinge | 232 yd | |
| Sizzlers Kebab House | 82 Spotland Road | 275 yd | |
| Papas Prime Kebab House and Late Shop | 86 Spotland Road | 275 yd | |
| Lucky Fish Bar | 84 Spotland Road | 275 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Unit 3 Mellor Street | 295 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda Stores Ltd, Dane Street | 295 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Uk, Spotland Road | 315 yd | |
| Iceland | 31 Market Place, Newgate | 375 yd | |
| One Beyond | 50 Market Way, Newgate | 376 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 90 Mellor Street | 444 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jd Gyms (Rochdale) 41-43 41-43 YORKSHIRE STREET | health and fitness suite | 451 yd |
| Brownhill School HEIGHTS LANE | 735 yd | |
| Rochdale Cricket Lacrosse And Squash Club BRIDGEFOLD ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts | 740 yd |
| Falinge Park High School FALINGE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 941 yd |
| St Johns Rc Primary School ANN STREET | grass pitches | 997 yd |
| Castlemere Community Centre CASTLEMERE COMMUNITY CENTRE CASTLEMERE COMMUNITY CENTRE TWEEDALE STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,021 yd |
| Beech House School MANCHESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 1,025 yd |
| Burton Park BURY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,093 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 | 75.8% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 81 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.03 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.