Seven Acres Lane is in Rochdale and in Rochdale district. OL12 7RW is located in the Norden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Heywood and Middleton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Seven Acres Lane, Rochdale, OL12 7RW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL12 7RP, OL12 7RJ, OL12 7RN, OL12 7RR, OL12 7SD, OL12 7RL, OL12 7RH, OL12 7RZ, OL12 7RS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OL12 7RW has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 54.1% | 49% | -5.1% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 45.9% | 51% | 5.1% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 7RW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.3% 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 | 24.6% | 22.2% | -2.4% | 37.9% | -15.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.5% | 62.3% | 1.8% | 44.2% | 18.1% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 7.8% | 2.6% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 6.2% | -3.1% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.5% | 49% | -0.5% | 48.4% | 0.6% |
| Good health | 32% | 36.8% | 4.8% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 9.5% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 3% | -4.5% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.7% | 14.3% | -3.4% | 18.2% | -3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 6.2% | -7.9% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 10.8% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 4.6% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 15.4% | 6.5% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.3% | 47.5% | 7.2% | 33.8% | 13.7% |
| Other | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 4% | 2.6% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94% | 91.7% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 10.3% |
| Arab | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 95.7% | 97.4% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 1% | -1.8% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 97.4% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.4% | 76.7% | 16.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 5.6% | 13.5% | -7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.2% | 37.2% | -12.0% |
| Christian | 66.4% | 46.2% | 20.2% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 5% | 6.5% | -1.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 1.7% | 6.0% | -4.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Seven Acres Lane 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 similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 Seven Acres Lane, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £339,000 | 2025-02-28 | £350,844 |
| 72 Seven Acres Lane, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2025-01-17 | £334,337 |
| 77 Seven Acres Lane, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £267,000 | 2024-09-12 | £287,460 |
| 51 Seven Acres Lane, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £318,000 | 2023-12-07 | £354,195 |
| 91 Seven Acres Lane, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-11-30 | £322,154 |
OL12 7RW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 7RW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howard Street Nursery School Howard Street , OL12 0PP | 3out of 4 | 3,715 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brimrod Nursery School Finsbury Street , OL11 4NB | - not rated | 3,955 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Street Nursery School South Street , OL16 2EP | - not rated | 4,495 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Street Nursery Unit Derby Street , OL10 4QJ | - not rated | 4,540 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thames Street Nursery School Thames Street , OL16 5NY | - not rated | 5,447 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norden Primary Academy Shawfield Lane , Norden OL12 7RQ | 3out of 4 | 475 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norden Community Primary School Shawfield Lane , Norden OL12 7RQ | - not rated | 475 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whittaker Moss Primary School Highwood , OL11 5XP | 3out of 4 | 650 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Caldershaw Primary School Edenfield Road , OL12 7QL | 4out of 4 | 1,272 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Caldershaw Primary School Edenfield Road , OL12 7QL | - not rated | 1,272 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oulder Hill Upper School Hudsons Walk , OL11 5EF | - not rated | 2,146 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Oulder Hill Leadership Academy Hudsons Walk , OL11 5EF | - not rated | 2,146 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oulder Hill Community School and Language College Hudsons Walk , OL11 5EF | - not rated | 2,146 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Falinge Park Upper School Falinge Road , OL12 6LD | - not rated | 2,933 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Falinge Park High School Falinge Road , Shawclough OL12 6LD | - not rated | 2,933 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shawfield Middle School Shawfield Lane , OL12 7RQ | - not rated | 378 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Redbrook Middle School Bridgefold Road , OL11 5BX | - not rated | 2,831 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC Middle School Holstein Avenue , OL12 6DL | - not rated | 2,895 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thrum Hall Middle School Thrum Hall Lane , OL12 6DE | - not rated | 2,939 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Matthew Moss Middle School Matthew Moss Lane , OL11 3LU | - not rated | 3,664 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 | 3,551 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Sixth Form College College Road , OL12 6HY | - not rated | 3,551 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alf Kaufman School Highwood Norden , OL11 5XP | - not rated | 624 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shelfield 114 Shelfield Lane , Norden OL11 5XZ | - not rated | 706 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmsfield 153 Elmsfield Avenue , Norden OL11 5XA | - not rated | 767 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alder Meadow Green Corns Independent School Co 1st and 2nd Floors , Leeds House OL12 7PW | - not rated | 1,058 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bankfield 16 Bankfield Lane , Norden OL11 5RJ | - not rated | 1,059 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hellfire Kitchen | Horse & Farrier | 338 yd | |
| Catherines | 677 Edenfield Road | 360 yd | |
| The True Taste of India | 673 Edenfield Road | 360 yd | |
| Stocco | 539 Edenfield Road | 681 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norden Cricket Club | Norden Cricket Club, Woodhouse Lane | 157 yd | |
| Horse & Farrier | 776 Edenfield Road | 327 yd | |
| Hop and Vine | 796A Edenfield Road | 328 yd | |
| Cap and Whippet | 796 Edenfield Road | 328 yd | |
| Brown Cow | 832 Edenfield Road | 334 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norden Indian | 772 Edenfield Road | 327 yd | |
| Oriental Chinese Takeaway | 774 Edenfield Road | 327 yd | |
| Bridge Chippy | 731 Edenfield Road | 568 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cooperative | 645 Edenfield Road | 360 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Norden Cricket Club WOODHOUSE LANE | grass pitches | 264 yd |
| Norden Community Primary School SHAWFIELD LANE | grass pitches | 479 yd |
| Whittaker Moss Primary School HIGHWOOD | grass pitches | 634 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 | 5.7% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.