Cambrian Drive is in Milnrow, Rochdale and in Rochdale district. OL16 3HX is located in the Milnrow & Newhey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rochdale. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cambrian Drive, Milnrow, Rochdale, OL16 3HX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL16 3HT, OL16 3HY, OL16 3ES, OL16 3HU, OL16 3HW, OL16 3HL, OL16 3ET, OL16 3HG, OL16 3HJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OL16 3HX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 53.2% | 49.6% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 46.8% | 50.4% | 3.6% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 3HX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.4% 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 | 21.1% | 30.5% | 9.4% | 37.9% | -7.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.6% | 52.4% | -12.2% | 44.2% | 8.2% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 8.6% | 4.4% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 8% | 7.3% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 46.1% | 46.1% | 0.0% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 37.9% | 0.6% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 12.3% | 1.8% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 2.6% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.5% | 11.6% | -9.9% | 18.2% | -6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 8.2% | -8.7% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 14.2% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 6% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16% | 27% | 11.0% | 16.9% | 10.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.6% | 29.6% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -4.2% |
| Other | 1.3% | 3.4% | 2.1% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.6% | 97.8% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 98% | 97.8% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 97.8% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.7% | 76.7% | 10.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.2% | 37.2% | -2.0% |
| Christian | 61.1% | 46.2% | 14.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cambrian Drive was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Littleborough Lakeside 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 -7.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Cambrian Drive, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2021-11-19 | £198,165 |
| 2 Cambrian Drive, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2014-05-16 | £204,861 |
| 6 Cambrian Drive, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2007-11-30 | £241,644 |
| 7 Cambrian Drive, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2002-10-29 | £284,211 |
| 4 Cambrian Drive, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £48,500 | 1997-03-24 | £248,246 |
OL16 3HX 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Education | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 4,192 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crossgates Primary School Kiln Lane , Milnrow OL16 3HB | 3out of 4 | 332 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milnrow Parish Church of England Primary School St James Street , Milnrow OL16 3JT | 3out of 4 | 561 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorhouse Academy Crossley Street , Milnrow OL16 4DR | - not rated | 1,166 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas' Church of England Primary School Huddersfield Road , Newhey OL16 3QZ | 3out of 4 | 1,553 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newhey Community Primary School Hawthorn Lane , Newhey OL16 4JX | 3out of 4 | 1,642 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollingworth Academy Cornfield Street , Milnrow OL16 3DR | 4out of 4 | 580 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsway Park High School Turf Hill Road , OL16 4XA | 3out of 4 | 2,837 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's RC High School Shaw Road , Thornham OL16 4RX | 2out of 4 | 3,852 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wardle Academy Birch Road , Wardle OL12 9RD | 3out of 4 | 3,895 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crompton House Church of England Academy Rochdale Road , Shaw OL2 7HS | 3out of 4 | 3,909 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 4,474 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochdale Pupil Referral Service Saxon Hall Site , Samson Street OL16 2XW | 3out of 4 | 2,354 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springside Albert Royds Street , Rochdale OL16 2SU | 3out of 4 | 3,269 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadows School Egerton House , Wardle Road OL12 9EN | - not rated | 3,409 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Howarth School Great Howarth Road , OL12 9HJ | - not rated | 3,985 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy Greenbank Rd , Rochdale OL12 0HZ | - not rated | 4,047 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nanny's Cafe | 77 Dale Street | 721 yd | |
| Coffee Station | 1 Station Road | 757 yd | |
| The North Coffee Shop | 40A Dale Street | 814 yd | |
| Oliver's Cafe | 32 Dale Street | 834 yd | |
| Milnrow Balti Restaurant | 22-24 Dale Street | 837 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yates, Stonegate Group | 10 Fleece Street | 358 yd | |
| Haydens Kitchen at The Gallows | The Gallows, Kiln Lane | 542 yd | |
| Waggon Inn | 33 Butterworth Hall | 781 yd | |
| Tim Bobbin | Tim Bobbin Hotel, 3 Dale Street | 840 yd | |
| Milnrow Working Mens Club | Milnrow Working Mens Club, 131 Dale Street | 842 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jus-Deserts | 81 Dale Street | 734 yd | |
| River Beal | 43 Dale Street | 735 yd | |
| Pizzeria Capri | 100 Dale Street | 768 yd | |
| Bon Appetit | 112a Dale Street | 768 yd | |
| Chop Suey Bar | 2 Kiln Lane | 801 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co operative | Dale Street | 837 yd | |
| Aldi | Elizabethan Way | 1,064 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hollingworth Academy CORNFIELD STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 478 yd |
| Tunshill Golf Club TUNSHILL LANE | golf | 821 yd |
| The Soccer Village WILDHOUSE FARM WILDHOUSE FARM WILD HOUSE LANE | artificial grass pitch | 1,017 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 | 78.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.