OL16 2EU is in London Road, Rochdale and Rochdale district. OL16 2EU is located in the Central Rochdale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rochdale. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about London Road, Rochdale, OL16 2EU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL16 2ET, OL16 2ES, OL16 2EZ, OL16 2EX, OL16 2HA, OL16 2ER, OL16 2HD, OL16 2DU, OL16 2EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OL16 2EU has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 46.4% | 48% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 53.6% | 52% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 OL16 2EU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.6% 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 | 38.9% | 36.9% | -2.0% | 37.9% | -1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.7% | 52.6% | 1.9% | 44.2% | 8.4% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -7.0% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 6% | -0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.5% | 43.3% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -5.1% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 34.3% | 2.6% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 14.9% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 6.3% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.7% | 1.1% | -2.6% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 OL16 2EU this area, 37.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43% | 37.5% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 19.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 6.4% | -9.2% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.5% | 11.6% | 3.1% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 4.3% | 2.8% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 11.3% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.2% | 24.4% | 9.2% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 5.9% | 4.6% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 13.3% 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 | 45.9% | 35.7% | -10.2% | 1.1% | 34.6% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Pakistani | 32.3% | 28.1% | -4.2% | 2.7% | 25.4% |
| Other Asian | 15.7% | 11.7% | -4.0% | 1.6% | 10.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 2.9% | 13.3% | 10.4% | 81.4% | -68.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 1.6% | 6.5% | 4.9% | 1.6% | 4.9% |
In this area, 55.3% 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 | 59.2% | 55.3% | -3.9% | 83.2% | -27.9% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 5.9% | 4.6% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 38.7% | 36.3% | -2.4% | 5.6% | 30.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 59.2% | 54.8% | -4.4% | 83.2% | -28.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 25.6% | 24.5% | 9.8% | 15.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.8% | 4.5% | -0.3% | 2.9% | 1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 6.7% | 3.5% | 2.2% | 4.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 31.7% | 8.3% | -23.4% | 1.9% | 6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 76.7% | -1.9% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 5.7% | 0.6% | 5.1% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Turkey | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 9.3% | 1.2% | 8.1% |
| No passport held | 4.3% | 13.5% | -9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 6.1% | 37.2% | -31.1% |
| Christian | 8.8% | 46.2% | -37.4% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 80.4% | 6.5% | 73.9% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around OL16 2EU 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. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -97.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Bulwer Street, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £42,000 | 2003-12-31 | £119,481 |
| 7 Bulwer Street, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £43,000 | 2003-12-31 | £122,326 |
| 17 Bulwer Street, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £28,000 | 2001-01-31 | £132,644 |
| 13 Bulwer Street, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £27,000 | 2000-08-04 | £127,367 |
| 9 Bulwer Street, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £27,500 | 2000-05-08 | £136,040 |
The percentage of student residents living in OL16 2EU area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Looking after home or family | 52 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Other | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 25 |
| Unemployed | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| 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 | 223 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Howard Street Nursery School Howard Street , OL12 0PP | 3out of 4 | 978 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thames Street Nursery School Thames Street , OL16 5NY | - not rated | 1,378 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brimrod Nursery School Finsbury Street , OL11 4NB | - not rated | 2,517 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heybrook Primary School Park Road , OL12 9BJ | 3out of 4 | 380 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belfield Community School Samson Street , Belfield OL16 2XW | - not rated | 807 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School Foxholes Road , OL12 0ET | 3out of 4 | 829 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale Foxholes Road , OL12 0ET | - not rated | 829 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Primary School Maud Street , OL12 0EL | - not rated | 928 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 | 883 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenhill Upper School Falinge Road , OL12 6LD | - not rated | 1,766 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Falinge Park Upper School Falinge Road , OL12 6LD | - not rated | 1,768 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Falinge Park High School Falinge Road , Shawclough OL12 6LD | - not rated | 1,768 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Falinge Park High School Falinge Road , Shawclough OL12 6LD | 3out of 4 | 1,768 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 | 1,192 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Kingsway Middle School Turf Hill Road , OL16 4XA | - not rated | 2,075 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Redbrook Middle School Bridgefold Road , OL11 5BX | - not rated | 2,125 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Thrum Hall Middle School Thrum Hall Lane , OL12 6DE | - not rated | 2,348 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's RC Middle School Holstein Avenue , OL12 6DL | - not rated | 2,645 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,410 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Sixth Form College College Road , OL12 6HY | - not rated | 1,410 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darul Madinah Rochdale Ltd (Secondary) Richmond Hall, Lomax Street , OL12 0JR | - not rated | 732 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Darul Madinah Rochdale Ltd (Primary School) Richmond Hall , Lomax Street OL12 0JR | - not rated | 732 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehall Academy 21 Whitehall Street , OL12 0LN | - not rated | 849 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Raise Rochdale Pupil Referral Service Saxon Hall , Samson Street OL16 2XW | 2out of 4 | 939 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy Greenbank Rd , Rochdale OL12 0HZ | - not rated | 958 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saya's Cafe | 116 Ramsay Street | 62 yd | |
| Milliez Cafe | 234 Yorkshire Street | 332 yd | |
| Chester's | 169-171 Yorkshire Street | 364 yd | |
| Cha Cha Chai | 159c Yorkshire Street | 406 yd | |
| Pudding Paradise | 105 Yorkshire Street | 682 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regent Snooker Club | Regent Snooker Club, Regent Street | 510 yd | |
| White Lion Hotel | 102 Yorkshire Street | 713 yd | |
| Richmond Hall | Richmond Hall, Lomax Street | 734 yd | |
| Reed Karoke Bar | Reed Hotel, Reed Hill | 851 yd | |
| The Regal Moon | The Regal Moon, The Butts | 858 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silsila Services | 126 Ramsay Street | 62 yd | |
| Mobs Deli | 274 Entwisle Road | 237 yd | |
| Sahara | 256-260 Yorkshire Street | 237 yd | |
| Burger Time | 215 Yorkshire Street | 274 yd | |
| Railway Grill | 209 Yorkshire Street | 278 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Stores Ltd, Entwisle Road | 367 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse | Unit 2a, Haynes Street | 549 yd | |
| Farmfoods | 93-95 Yorkshire Street | 730 yd | |
| One Beyond | 50 Market Way, Newgate | 1,010 yd | |
| Iceland | 31 Market Place, Newgate | 1,011 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Central Leisure Centre (Closed) Entwisle Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 357 yd |
| Rochdale Leisure Centre ENTWISLE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 367 yd |
| Jd Gyms (Rochdale) 41-43 41-43 YORKSHIRE STREET | health and fitness suite | 913 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% |
| Median download speed | 70.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.