Mallow Croft is in Rochdale and in Rochdale district. OL16 4RS is located in the Kingsway electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rochdale. This postcode has been in use since 1999-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mallow Croft, Rochdale, OL16 4RS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL16 4SL, OL16 4RR, OL16 4XH, OL16 4RJ, OL16 4XW, OL16 4XG, OL16 4PJ, OL16 4TU, OL16 4RP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OL16 4RS has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 50.5% | 48.6% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 49.5% | 51.4% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 | 45% | 37.5% | -7.5% | 37.9% | -0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.8% | 42.1% | 8.3% | 44.2% | -2.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 3.6% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 12.5% | 11% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 5.8% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 | 40.9% | 40.1% | -0.8% | 48.4% | -8.3% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 31% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 19.8% | 5.4% | 12.7% | 7.1% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 8.4% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 4.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 0.8% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 4RS this area, 36.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 18.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.2% | 36.7% | -4.5% | 18.2% | 18.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 10.9% | -6.8% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 13.7% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 3.8% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 14.4% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.4% | 18.5% | 10.1% | 33.8% | -15.3% |
| Other | 5.1% | 1.9% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 64.1% 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 | 1.2% | 3.8% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 2.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 11% | 23.7% | 12.7% | 2.7% | 21.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 83.3% | 64.1% | -19.2% | 81.4% | -17.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Other | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 79.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90% | 79.3% | -10.7% | 83.2% | -3.9% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 3.5% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.2% | 13.9% | 7.7% | 5.6% | 8.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.6% | 79.5% | -8.1% | 83.2% | -3.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 17.2% | 16.7% | 9.8% | 7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.1% | 0.8% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 6% | 0.5% | -5.5% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.7% | 76.7% | -1.0% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 17.2% | 13.5% | 3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.2% | 37.2% | -10.0% |
| Christian | 34.3% | 46.2% | -11.9% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 32.2% | 6.5% | 25.7% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mallow Croft 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 -21.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Mallow Croft, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2019-01-11 | £442,216 |
| 6 Mallow Croft, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2008-12-18 | £407,716 |
| 10 Mallow Croft, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £212,000 | 2006-12-07 | £376,372 |
| 2 Mallow Croft, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2006-11-30 | £517,470 |
| 8 Mallow Croft, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £223,000 | 2006-08-04 | £399,954 |
OL16 4RS 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.
The percentage of student residents living in OL16 4RS 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 | 83 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Looking after home or family | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Other | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howard Street Nursery School Howard Street , OL12 0PP | 3out of 4 | 2,998 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowerplace Primary School Kingsway , OL16 4UU | 3out of 4 | 637 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Balderstone Oldham Road , OL11 2HB | 3out of 4 | 656 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School Muriel Street , OL16 5JQ | 3out of 4 | 679 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School Rochdale Kingsway , OL16 4AW | 3out of 4 | 1,208 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Deeplish Primary Academy Derby Street , OL11 1LT | 2out of 4 | 1,288 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 | 365 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's RC High School Shaw Road , Thornham OL16 4RX | 2out of 4 | 1,313 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollingworth Academy Cornfield Street , Milnrow OL16 3DR | 4out of 4 | 2,660 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crompton House Church of England Academy Rochdale Road , Shaw OL2 7HS | 3out of 4 | 3,177 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Falinge Park High School Falinge Road , Shawclough OL12 6LD | 3out of 4 | 3,714 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 | 2,773 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus , Rochdale Road M24 6XH | - not rated | 5,372 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beech House School 184 Manchester Road , OL11 4JQ | - not rated | 2,258 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Pupil Referral Service Saxon Hall Site , Samson Street OL16 2XW | 3out of 4 | 2,456 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy Greenbank Rd , Rochdale OL12 0HZ | - not rated | 3,326 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Brownhill School Heights Lane , OL12 0PZ | 3out of 4 | 3,370 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy 36 Taylor Street , OL12 0HX | - not rated | 3,385 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compass Group UK & Ireland Ltd, Staff Restaurant, Asda CDC | James Kearns Avenue | 426 yd | |
| Springhill Hospice | Springhill Hospice, Broad Lane | 473 yd | |
| Gordons Bistro @ Gordon Rigg Nurseries Ltd | Gordon Rigg (Nurseries) Ltd, Kingsway | 603 yd | |
| St Marys Church | St Marys Church, Oldham Road | 757 yd | |
| La Scala Ristorante | 370 Oldham Road | 793 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Spring Inn | Spring Inn, 183 Broad Lane | 357 yd | |
| The Plough Inn | 475 Oldham Road | 768 yd | |
| The Hornet | Helmsman Lane | 771 yd | |
| The Bay Horse | 260 Oldham Road | 815 yd | |
| The Bridge Inn | Bridge Inn, Well I' Th' Lane | 863 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharrons BLTs | 2 Broad Lane | 657 yd | |
| Di's Cafe | 479 Oldham Road | 721 yd | |
| Wok King | 477 Oldham Road | 721 yd | |
| The Second Serving | 503 Oldham Road | 721 yd | |
| Kebabish Tandoori | 459 Oldham Road | 768 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | Queensway Centre, Well I' Th' Lane | 1,084 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 | 549 yd |
| Lower Place KINGSWAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 657 yd |
| Springhill Playing Fields SPRINGHILL PLAYING FIELDS SPRINGHILL PLAYING FIELDS CROMPTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 684 yd |
| Balderstone Park (Closed) Balderstone Road | grass pitches | 1,026 yd |
| Kingsway Park High School (Closed) Queen Victoria Street | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,026 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 | 48.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.03 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.03 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.