Oakhurst Drive is in Rochdale and in Rochdale district. OL12 9SY is located in the Wardle, Shore & West Littleborough electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rochdale. This postcode has been in use since 2018-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oakhurst Drive, Rochdale, OL12 9SY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL12 9ET, OL12 9EU, OL12 9EJ, OL12 9ES, OL12 9DX, OL12 9PH, OL12 9PT, OL12 9EH, OL12 9DF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OL12 9SY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57.6% | 50.8% | -6.8% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 42.4% | 49.2% | 6.8% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 32.4% | 40.3% | 7.9% | 37.9% | 2.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.6% | 46% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 1.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 3.1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 8.4% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 0.9% | -7.0% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.7%) 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 | 37.5% | 63.9% | 26.4% | 48.4% | 15.5% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 27.8% | -6.4% | 33.6% | -5.8% |
| Fair health | 20.4% | 7% | -13.4% | 12.7% | -5.7% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 1% | -4.6% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 9SY this area, 5.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 43.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.5% | 5.3% | -24.2% | 18.2% | -12.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 7.5% | -7.9% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 15.5% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 3.5% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 22.6% | 9.3% | 16.9% | 5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.5% | 43.4% | 28.9% | 33.8% | 9.6% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 93.8% | 96% | 2.2% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 98.3% 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 | 97.4% | 98.3% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 98.3% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87% | 76.7% | 10.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12% | 13.5% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.7% | 37.2% | 5.5% |
| Christian | 48.7% | 46.2% | 2.5% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oakhurst Drive was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Smallbridge & Firgrove 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. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 71 Oakhurst Drive, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £70,231 | 2024-10-16 | £71,827 |
| 61 Oakhurst Drive, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-02-25 | £276,515 |
| 37 Oakhurst Drive, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2021-01-29 | £290,769 |
| 75 Oakhurst Drive, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, a newly built property | £186,995 | 2018-07-31 | £301,425 |
| 43 Oakhurst Drive, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, a newly built property | £188,995 | 2018-07-27 | £304,649 |
OL12 9SY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 134 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 3,456 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's Church of England Primary School and Nursery Union Road , OL12 9QA | 3out of 4 | 334 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Primary School Crossfield Road , Wardle OL12 9JW | 2out of 4 | 1,118 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Smithy Bridge Foundation Primary School Bridgenorth Drive , OL15 0ES | 4out of 4 | 1,275 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kentmere Primary Academy Kentmere Avenue , Smallbridge OL12 9EE | 4out of 4 | 1,516 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Littleborough Whitelees Road , OL15 8DU | 3out of 4 | 1,565 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wardle Academy Birch Road , Wardle OL12 9RD | 3out of 4 | 365 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Falinge Park High School Falinge Road , Shawclough OL12 6LD | 3out of 4 | 3,828 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollingworth Academy Cornfield Street , Milnrow OL16 3DR | 4out of 4 | 4,158 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsway Park High School Turf Hill Road , OL16 4XA | 3out of 4 | 4,613 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitworth Community High School Hall Fold , Whitworth OL12 8TS | 3out of 4 | 4,714 yd | Community 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 | 4,147 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meadows School Egerton House , Wardle Road OL12 9EN | - not rated | 1,108 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Howarth School Great Howarth Road , OL12 9HJ | - not rated | 1,218 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springside Albert Royds Street , Rochdale OL16 2SU | 3out of 4 | 1,801 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Pupil Referral Service Saxon Hall Site , Samson Street OL16 2XW | 3out of 4 | 2,491 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy 36 Taylor Street , OL12 0HX | - not rated | 2,853 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pandora | New Inn, 122 New Road | 388 yd | |
| Thamin | New Road | 426 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ox and Plough | Ox & Plough Inn, 178 New Road | 388 yd | |
| Greengate Inn | Greengate Hotel, 575 Halifax Road | 784 yd | |
| Tophams Tavern | Tophams Tavern, 18 Smithy Bridge Road | 945 yd | |
| Hare & Hounds | Hare And Hounds Inn, 76 Ramsden Road | 1,085 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fat Panda | 777-779 Halifax Road | 340 yd | |
| Bake n Butty | 90 New Road | 388 yd | |
| New Diamond | 58 New Road | 618 yd | |
| Chop Suey House | 621-623 Halifax Road | 627 yd | |
| Mr Bakers | 446 Birch Road | 985 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dearnley Playing Fields STARRING ROAD | grass pitches | 366 yd |
| Wardle Academy BIRCH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 527 yd |
| Rutherford Park WARDLE ROAD | grass pitches | 870 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% |
| Median download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 52.43 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 52.43 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.96 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.