John Street is in Whitworth, Rochdale and in Rossendale district. OL12 8DB is located in the Whitworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rossendale and Darwen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about John Street, Whitworth, Rochdale, OL12 8DB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL12 8DF, OL12 8DG, OL12 8BT, OL12 8BX, OL12 8DT, OL12 8DS, OL12 8DU, OL12 8DR, OL12 8JW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OL12 8DB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.6% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 53.6% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 47.3% | 46.4% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -2.6% |
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 | 34.7% | 41.3% | 6.6% | 37.9% | 3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.7% | 35% | -12.7% | 44.2% | -9.2% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 4.9% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 12.6% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 6.3% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 38.8% | 53% | 14.2% | 48.4% | 4.6% |
| Good health | 42.6% | 28.9% | -13.7% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 10.5% | -3.4% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4.9% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.9% | 20.9% | -4.0% | 18.2% | 2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 7.8% | -8.3% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.8% | 13.1% | -10.7% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 5.8% | 0.1% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 20.9% | 9.5% | 16.9% | 4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.1% | 28.6% | 12.5% | 33.8% | -5.2% |
| Other | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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 | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.9% | 98.9% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 97.9% | 95.8% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 95.5% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.2% | 76.7% | 7.5% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.4% | 13.5% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.3% | 37.2% | 12.1% |
| Christian | 44.4% | 46.2% | -1.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around John Street was 50.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.7% lower than the Whitworth average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
John Street has the 8th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Whitworth and the 75th lowest crime rate of 224 local areas in Rossendale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62 John Street, Rochdale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £128,500 | 2020-12-22 | £164,681 |
| 62 John Street, Rochdale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £71,500 | 2017-12-08 | £108,317 |
| 64 John Street, Rochdale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2014-10-31 | £105,729 |
| 62 John Street, Rochdale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2010-11-05 | £149,754 |
| 66 John Street, Rochdale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2007-10-19 | £204,515 |
OL12 8DB 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 5,351 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacup Nursery School Cowtoot Lane , OL13 8EF | 4out of 4 | 5,398 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady and St Anselm's Roman Catholic Primary School, Whitworth Lime Grove, Off John Street , Whitworth OL12 8DB | 4out of 4 | 67 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School Hallfold , Hall Street OL12 8TL | 3out of 4 | 1,199 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tonacliffe Primary School Tonacliffe Road , Whitworth OL12 8SS | 4out of 4 | 1,967 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John with St Michael Church of England Primary School, Shawforth Moss Side Street , Shawforth OL12 8EP | 3out of 4 | 1,971 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Britannia Community Primary School Rochdale Road , OL13 9TS | 3out of 4 | 3,344 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitworth Community High School Hall Fold , Whitworth OL12 8TS | 3out of 4 | 1,015 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wardle Academy Birch Road , Wardle OL12 9RD | 3out of 4 | 4,405 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Falinge Park High School Falinge Road , Shawclough OL12 6LD | 3out of 4 | 4,878 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Howarth School Great Howarth Road , OL12 9HJ | - not rated | 4,154 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadows School Egerton House , Wardle Road OL12 9EN | - not rated | 4,730 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy 36 Taylor Street , OL12 0HX | - not rated | 4,859 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy Greenbank Rd , Rochdale OL12 0HZ | - not rated | 4,917 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Springside Albert Royds Street , Rochdale OL16 2SU | 3out of 4 | 5,024 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berni Inn | First Floor, The Fudge Factory | 250 yd | |
| Market Street Kitchen Whitworth Ltd | 699 Market Street, Whitworth | 320 yd | |
| Cock And Magpie | Cockhall Lane, Whitworth | 382 yd | |
| Rowlands Fish & Chips | 599 Market Street, Whitworth | 436 yd | |
| CAFE DOT | 597 Market Street, Whitworth | 436 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitworth Football And Cricket Club | Rawstron Street, Whitworth | 395 yd | |
| Whitworth Vale Brass Band Club | 498A Market Street, Whitworth | 543 yd | |
| Halfway House | Half Way House, 755 Market Street | 575 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mootea | 2 Meadow Cottages, Whitworth | 471 yd | |
| Pizza Time Express | 533 Market Street, Whitworth | 577 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Whitworth Market, Market Street | 436 yd | |
| Co-op Late Shop | 1 Thorneylea, Whitworth | 471 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Our Lady St Anselms School Playing Field John Street | grass pitches | 63 yd |
| Whitworth Leisure Centre WHITWORTH LEISURE CENTRE WHITWORTH LEISURE CENTRE JOHN STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 99 yd |
| John Street Recreation Ground JOHN STREET | grass pitches | 215 yd |
| Whitworth Valley Football Club WHITWORTH FOOTBALL GROUND WHITWORTH FOOTBALL GROUND RAWSTRON STREET | grass pitches | 473 yd |
| Whitworth Community High School HALL STREET | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,046 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 | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.