Haugh Lane is in Newhey, Rochdale and in Rochdale district. OL16 3RB 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 Haugh Lane, Newhey, Rochdale, OL16 3RB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL16 3RA, OL16 3RH, OL16 3SG, OL16 3RP, OL16 3SF, OL16 3RD, OL16 3RS, OL16 3RF, OL16 3QD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OL16 3RB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 51.1% | -3.0% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 45.9% | 48.9% | 3.0% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 31.4% | 28.1% | -3.3% | 37.9% | -9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.5% | 43.4% | -0.1% | 44.2% | -0.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 5.3% | 4.1% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 15% | 18.9% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 9.8% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 5.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 43.1% | 37.7% | -5.4% | 48.4% | -10.7% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 43.7% | 7.9% | 33.6% | 10.1% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 12.6% | -2.0% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 6.1% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
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 21%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.1% | 20% | -5.1% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 10.8% | -0.3% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 15.9% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 7.7% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.9% | 24.6% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 7.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.7% | 21% | -0.7% | 33.8% | -12.8% |
| Other | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 99.2% | 97.9% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
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 | 99.2% | 98.3% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.2% | 97.8% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.6% | 37.2% | -5.6% |
| Christian | 61.9% | 46.2% | 15.7% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Haugh Lane was 4.2 per 1,000 residents, matching the Littleborough Lakeside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Haugh Lane has the 2nd highest crime rate of 6 local areas in Littleborough Lakeside and the 8th highest crime rate of 39 local areas in Rochdale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -91.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Haugh Lane, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2025-05-08 | £192,723 |
| 4 Haugh Lane, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2025-03-14 | £139,889 |
| 11 Haugh Lane, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2024-02-02 | £449,539 |
| 27 Haugh Lane, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £194,500 | 2023-10-30 | £221,041 |
| 19 Haugh Lane, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2023-05-05 | £217,700 |
OL16 3RB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 77 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thames Street Nursery School Thames Street , OL16 5NY | - not rated | 3,797 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Street Nursery School South Street , OL16 2EP | - not rated | 4,757 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas' Church of England Primary School Huddersfield Road , Newhey OL16 3QZ | 3out of 4 | 227 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas' Church of England Primary School Huddersfield Road , Newhey OL16 3QZ | - not rated | 227 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newhey Community Primary School Hawthorn Lane , Newhey OL16 4JX | 3out of 4 | 886 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Milnrow Parish Church of England Primary School St James Street , Milnrow OL16 3JT | 3out of 4 | 1,821 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushcroft Primary School Trent Road , Shaw OL2 7YL | 3out of 4 | 1,972 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roch Valley High School Cornfield Street , Milnrow OL16 3DR | - not rated | 1,227 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Hollingworth Academy Cornfield Street , Milnrow OL16 3DR | 3out of 4 | 1,227 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollingworth Business and Enterprise College Cornfield Street , Milnrow OL16 3DR | - not rated | 1,227 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crompton House CofE School Rochdale Road , Shaw OL2 7HS | - not rated | 2,747 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crompton House Church of England Academy Rochdale Road , Shaw OL2 7HS | 3out of 4 | 2,747 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsway Middle School Turf Hill Road , OL16 4XA | - not rated | 3,476 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Thornham Middle School Hill Top Drive , Kirkholt OL11 2EH | - not rated | 4,599 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Howarth Cross Middle School Albert Royds Street , OL16 2SU | - not rated | 4,875 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roughbank Farm Ogden , Newhey OL16 3QH | - not rated | 963 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookland School 13 Newhey Road , Milnrow OL16 3NP | - not rated | 1,248 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Croft C/O Care Today , 2nd Floor Lansdowne House SK2 6LR | - not rated | 2,425 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Peppercorn 142 Rochdale Road , Pepercorn Cottage OL16 3DA | - not rated | 2,718 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Farrowdale House School Farrowdale House Farrow st , Shaw OL2 7AD | - not rated | 3,066 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cedar Tree @ | The Sheaf, Haugh Fold | 189 yd | |
| Char Steakhouse | 14 Huddersfield Road | 506 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Higher Bird i'th Hand | 113 Huddersfield Road | 212 yd | |
| Suzi Q's | Newhey Liberal Club, Huddersfield Road | 530 yd | |
| The John Milne | The John Milne, Newhey Road | 984 yd | |
| Free Trade Tavern | Free Trade Tavern, 115 Newhey Road | 984 yd | |
| Slip Inn | Slip Inn, 65 Newhey Road | 1,089 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newhey Chinese Takeaway | 12 Gordon Street | 469 yd | |
| New China City | 27B Huddersfield Road | 530 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Body Matters UNIT 9 UNIT 9 TWO BRIDGES ROAD | health and fitness suite | 396 yd |
| Newhey Community Primary School HAWTHORNE LANE | grass pitches | 886 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 | 54.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 21.6% |
| 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 | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 262.43 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 262.43 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 36.48 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.