Kingsway is in Rochdale and in Rochdale district. OL16 4AW is located in the Kingsway electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rochdale. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kingsway, Rochdale, OL16 4AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL16 4AN, OL16 4AE, OL16 5EY, OL16 4FZ, OL16 4FY, OL16 4AP, OL16 4FX, OL16 4AL, OL16 4GA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OL16 4AW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.2% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 50% | 48.8% | -1.2% | 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 | 25.4% | 29.5% | 4.1% | 37.9% | -8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.6% | 50.4% | -9.2% | 44.2% | 6.2% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 7.2% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 10.6% | 4.1% | 6.1% | 4.5% |
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 | 40.4% | 43.6% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -4.8% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 34.8% | -1.3% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 16.8% | 3.2% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 8.6% | 4% | -4.6% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 4AW this area, 30.5% 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 | 30% | 30.5% | 0.5% | 18.2% | 12.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 9.2% | -5.4% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 13% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 5.3% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 8% | -4.3% | 16.9% | -8.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.5% | 29.4% | 10.9% | 33.8% | -4.4% |
| Other | 6.9% | 4.6% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 41.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Pakistani | 40.7% | 51.1% | 10.4% | 2.7% | 48.4% |
| Other Asian | 2.8% | 1.8% | -1.0% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.9% | 0.6% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 53.4% | 41.6% | -11.8% | 81.4% | -39.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 71.7% 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 | 80.6% | 71.7% | -8.9% | 83.2% | -11.5% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 4.9% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 15.4% | 19.1% | 3.7% | 5.6% | 13.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78.7% | 71% | -7.7% | 83.2% | -12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 19.8% | 19.5% | 9.8% | 10.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 3% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 18.8% | 3.7% | -15.1% | 1.9% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.7% | 76.7% | 6.0% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 3% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 3.3% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 4.9% | 13.5% | -8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 15.5% | 37.2% | -21.7% |
| Christian | 27.1% | 46.2% | -19.1% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 50% | 6.5% | 43.5% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingsway was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Balderstone & Kirkholt 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 -11.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 250 Kingsway, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2016-09-09 | £258,786 |
| 268 Kingsway, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2014-11-28 | £217,133 |
| 264 Kingsway, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2010-05-06 | £191,150 |
| 262 Kingsway, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2008-10-28 | £178,808 |
| 252 Kingsway, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £57,950 | 2002-01-11 | £236,174 |
OL16 4AW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Retired | 72 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howard Street Nursery School Howard Street , OL12 0PP | 3out of 4 | 2,203 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School Rochdale Kingsway , OL16 4AW | 3out of 4 | 24 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School Muriel Street , OL16 5JQ | 3out of 4 | 602 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lowerplace Primary School Kingsway , OL16 4UU | 3out of 4 | 995 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belfield Community School Samson Street , Belfield OL16 2XW | 3out of 4 | 1,178 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorhouse Academy Crossley Street , Milnrow OL16 4DR | - not rated | 1,192 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsway Park High School Turf Hill Road , OL16 4XA | 3out of 4 | 878 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollingworth Academy Cornfield Street , Milnrow OL16 3DR | 4out of 4 | 2,349 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's RC High School Shaw Road , Thornham OL16 4RX | 2out of 4 | 2,511 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Falinge Park High School Falinge Road , Shawclough OL12 6LD | 3out of 4 | 3,001 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wardle Academy Birch Road , Wardle OL12 9RD | 3out of 4 | 3,820 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,257 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 | 1,257 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beech House School 184 Manchester Road , OL11 4JQ | - not rated | 2,182 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springside Albert Royds Street , Rochdale OL16 2SU | 3out of 4 | 2,286 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy Greenbank Rd , Rochdale OL12 0HZ | - not rated | 2,357 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy 36 Taylor Street , OL12 0HX | - not rated | 2,417 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy Dance Academy | Unit 2k, Moss Mill Industrial Estate, Woodbine Street East | 573 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurant | Kingsway Retail Park, Kingsway | 635 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Kingsway Retail Park, 3 Kingsway Retail Park | 635 yd | |
| KFC | Kentucky Fried Chicken Gb Ltd,, Kingsway | 635 yd | |
| Sweet Stop Rochdale | 119 Milnrow Road | 695 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hornet | Helmsman Lane | 434 yd | |
| Firgrove Club | 18 Leigh Street | 886 yd | |
| Crown & Shuttle | Crown And Shuttle, 170 Rochdale Road | 990 yd | |
| Wellfield Working Mens Club | 1 Prince Street | 1,017 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Unit 8 Kingsway Retail Park, Kingsway | 635 yd | |
| Greggs | Unit 9, Kingsway Retail Park | 635 yd | |
| Knockout Snacks | 279 Milnrow Road | 636 yd | |
| Golden Tandoori | 139 Milnrow Road | 671 yd | |
| Yum Yum Chicken & Kebab | 147 Milnrow Road | 671 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited | 285 Kingsway | 238 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 5 Kingsway Retail Park | 635 yd | |
| Asda | Unit 2 Asda Rochdale Kingsway, Kingsway Retail Park, Kingsway | 635 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kingsway Park Sports Centre & Athletics Arena KINGSWAY PARK SPORTS CENTRE AND ATHLETICS ARENA KINGSWAY PARK SPORTS CENTRE AND ATHLETICS ARENA TURF HILL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches | 714 yd |
| St Ann'S Church Hall ST ANNS CHURCH HALL ST ANNS CHURCH HALL BROCKLEBANK ROAD | 825 yd | |
| Firgrove Playing Fields COPPY BRIDGE DRIVE | grass pitches | 999 yd |
| Lower Place KINGSWAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,022 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 110.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.