Halifax Road is in Rochdale and in Rochdale district. OL12 9SL is located in the Smallbridge & Firgrove electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rochdale. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Halifax Road, Rochdale, OL12 9SL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL16 2NJ, OL12 9DB, OL16 2NL, OL16 2TB, OL12 9BY, OL12 9SP, OL12 9SJ, OL12 9BA, OL16 2SY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OL12 9SL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.1% | 50.6% | 2.5% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 51.9% | 49.4% | -2.5% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 35.4% | 34.6% | -0.8% | 37.9% | -3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.3% | 42.9% | 2.6% | 44.2% | -1.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 6.2% | 3.9% | -2.3% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 13% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 5.5% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 37.8% | 44.2% | 6.4% | 48.4% | -4.2% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 30.6% | -3.6% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 16.2% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 7.8% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 9SL this area, 37.5% 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 20.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.7% | 37.5% | -8.2% | 18.2% | 19.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 9.9% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 11.1% | -0.4% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7% | 14.2% | 7.2% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.9% | 20.6% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -13.2% |
| Other | 9.1% | 4% | -5.1% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 24% 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 | 10.3% | 9.2% | -1.1% | 1.1% | 8.1% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 37.8% | 44.5% | 6.7% | 2.7% | 41.8% |
| Other Asian | 7.1% | 7.2% | 0.1% | 1.6% | 5.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 2.5% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 42.2% | 24% | -18.2% | 81.4% | -57.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 6.4% | 6.4% | 1.6% | 4.8% |
In this area, 67.8% 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 | 78.5% | 67.8% | -10.7% | 83.2% | -15.4% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 3.5% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 19.5% | 26.4% | 6.9% | 5.6% | 20.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 76.1% | 67.2% | -8.9% | 83.2% | -16.0% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 19% | 16.9% | 9.8% | 9.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 4.6% | 4.0% | 2.9% | 1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 3.7% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 18.9% | 5.5% | -13.4% | 1.9% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.5% | 76.7% | -5.2% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 6.7% | 1.2% | 5.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 8.1% | 37.2% | -29.1% |
| Christian | 21.1% | 46.2% | -25.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 64.7% | 6.5% | 58.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Halifax Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Central Rochdale 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. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 127 - 129 Halifax Road, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £101,000 | 2003-01-17 | £345,058 |
| 127 - 129 Halifax Road, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £101,000 | 2003-01-17 | £345,058 |
The percentage of student residents living in OL12 9SL area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 50 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Looking after home or family | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Other | 15 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Street Nursery School South Street , OL16 2EP | - not rated | 997 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Howard Street Nursery School Howard Street , OL12 0PP | 3out of 4 | 1,368 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thames Street Nursery School Thames Street , OL16 5NY | - not rated | 2,176 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brimrod Nursery School Finsbury Street , OL11 4NB | - not rated | 3,298 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamer Community Primary School Albert Royds Street , OL16 2SU | 3out of 4 | 346 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heybrook Primary School Park Road , OL12 9BJ | 3out of 4 | 516 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alice Ingham Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Millgate , Halifax Road OL16 2NU | 3out of 4 | 571 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alice Ingham Roman Catholic Primary School Millgate , Halifax Road OL16 2NU | - not rated | 571 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Primary School Maud Street , OL12 0EL | - not rated | 624 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,659 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenhill Upper School Falinge Road , OL12 6LD | - not rated | 1,910 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Falinge Park Upper School Falinge Road , OL12 6LD | - not rated | 1,946 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Falinge Park High School Falinge Road , Shawclough OL12 6LD | - not rated | 1,946 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Falinge Park High School Falinge Road , Shawclough OL12 6LD | 3out of 4 | 1,946 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howarth Cross Middle School Albert Royds Street , OL16 2SU | - not rated | 346 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Thrum Hall Middle School Thrum Hall Lane , OL12 6DE | - not rated | 2,086 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC Middle School Holstein Avenue , OL12 6DL | - not rated | 2,323 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbrook Middle School Bridgefold Road , OL11 5BX | - not rated | 2,610 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Kingsway Middle School Turf Hill Road , OL16 4XA | - not rated | 2,853 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 | 2,022 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Sixth Form College College Road , OL12 6HY | - not rated | 2,022 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pathfinders School Shaw Cottage , Shaw Street OL12 9SN | - not rated | 187 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springside Albert Royds Street , Rochdale OL16 2SU | 3out of 4 | 346 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy Greenbank Rd , Rochdale OL12 0HZ | - not rated | 882 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy 36 Taylor Street , OL12 0HX | - not rated | 908 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Darul Madinah Rochdale Ltd (Secondary) Richmond Hall, Lomax Street , OL12 0JR | - not rated | 963 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Apple Tree Private Day Nursery | The Apple Tree Private Day Nursery, 11 Howarth Cross Street | 461 yd | |
| HM Prison Buckley Hall | Hm Prison Buckley Hall, Buckley Farm Lane | 789 yd | |
| Partners of prisoners & Families Support Group | Hm Prison Buckley Hall, Buckley Farm Lane | 789 yd | |
| Chester's | 169-171 Yorkshire Street | 921 yd | |
| Saya's Cafe | 116 Ramsay Street | 929 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flower of the Valley | 122 Halifax Road | 72 yd | |
| The Donkey | Green Gardens, 21 Syke Road | 583 yd | |
| Regent Snooker Club | Regent Snooker Club, Regent Street | 846 yd | |
| Richmond Hall | Richmond Hall, Lomax Street | 963 yd | |
| Mark Twain | Mark Twain Inn, 127 Whitworth Road | 1,022 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goodfillers | 108 Halifax Road | 74 yd | |
| Buttys 2 go | 103 Halifax Road | 118 yd | |
| Flames | 101 Halifax Road | 118 yd | |
| Ali Baba | 81-83 Halifax Road | 118 yd | |
| Hamer Chop Suey Bar | 67 Halifax Road | 119 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Food Warehouse | Unit 2a, Haynes Street | 944 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kentmere Academy And Nursery KENTMERE AVENUE | grass pitches | 658 yd |
| Hmp Buckley Hall BUCKLEY HALL BUCKLEY HALL BUCKLEY FARM LANE | health and fitness suite | 955 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.