Weston Avenue is in Rochdale and in Rochdale district. OL16 4TS 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 Weston Avenue, Rochdale, OL16 4TS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL16 4TZ, OL16 4TP, OL16 4UA, OL16 4TY, OL16 4UE, OL16 4TH, OL16 4UF, OL16 4UL, OL16 4TG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OL16 4TS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 51.2% | 49.7% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 48.8% | 50.3% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 26.8% | 34.1% | 7.3% | 37.9% | -3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.4% | 47.9% | -8.5% | 44.2% | 3.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 9.7% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 6% | 0.6% | 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 | 43.2% | 36.4% | -6.8% | 48.4% | -12.0% |
| Good health | 36% | 44.1% | 8.1% | 33.6% | 10.5% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 13.3% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 5.9% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 22.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.6% | 26.5% | 1.9% | 18.2% | 8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 10.4% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 13.4% | -4.1% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.1% | 6.7% | -0.4% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 18.3% | 4.4% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.9% | 22.8% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -11.0% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.9% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.8% |
| Pakistani | 3.9% | 15.7% | 11.8% | 2.7% | 13.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 92.3% | 79% | -13.3% | 81.4% | -2.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 89.8% 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 | 93.2% | 89.8% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 2.8% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 5.2% | 4.6% | 5.6% | -0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 90.4% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.2% | 6.2% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 2.8% | -1.4% | 1.9% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.8% | 76.7% | 5.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.8% | 13.5% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.2% | 37.2% | -9.0% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 19% | 6.5% | 12.5% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Weston Avenue 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 -22.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Weston Avenue, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2023-09-20 | £224,316 |
| 11A Weston Avenue, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2021-10-08 | £194,845 |
| 14 Weston Avenue, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2021-09-10 | £189,153 |
| 3 Weston Avenue, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £138,500 | 2018-11-23 | £213,077 |
| 11A Weston Avenue, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2017-03-17 | £204,276 |
OL16 4TS 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 20 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howard Street Nursery School Howard Street , OL12 0PP | 3out of 4 | 2,696 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Balderstone Oldham Road , OL11 2HB | 3out of 4 | 213 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lowerplace Primary School Kingsway , OL16 4UU | 3out of 4 | 356 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School Muriel Street , OL16 5JQ | 3out of 4 | 708 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Deeplish Primary Academy Derby Street , OL11 1LT | 2out of 4 | 892 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Roman Catholic Primary School, Rochdale Great Gates Road , OL11 2DA | 3out of 4 | 1,084 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 504 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's RC High School Shaw Road , Thornham OL16 4RX | 2out of 4 | 1,424 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollingworth Academy Cornfield Street , Milnrow OL16 3DR | 4out of 4 | 3,134 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Matthew Moss High School Matthew Moss Lane , Marland OL11 3LU | - not rated | 3,238 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Falinge Park High School Falinge Road , Shawclough OL12 6LD | 3out of 4 | 3,359 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 | 2,376 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus , Rochdale Road M24 6XH | - not rated | 5,076 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 | 1,769 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Pupil Referral Service Saxon Hall Site , Samson Street OL16 2XW | 3out of 4 | 2,511 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brownhill School Heights Lane , OL12 0PZ | 3out of 4 | 3,055 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy Greenbank Rd , Rochdale OL12 0HZ | - not rated | 3,102 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Rochdale Islamic Academy 36 Taylor Street , OL12 0HX | - not rated | 3,159 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Marys Church | St Marys Church, Oldham Road | 272 yd | |
| Roller City | Plattings Lane | 309 yd | |
| Blue Diamond Restaurant | 222 Oldham Road | 312 yd | |
| Million Pavillion Cafe | Kirkholt Million | 378 yd | |
| La Scala Ristorante | 370 Oldham Road | 458 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plough Inn | 475 Oldham Road | 262 yd | |
| The Bay Horse | 260 Oldham Road | 312 yd | |
| The Bridge Inn | Bridge Inn, Well I' Th' Lane | 366 yd | |
| Horse & Jockey | 1-3 Well I' Th' Lane | 605 yd | |
| Wellfield Working Mens Club | 1 Prince Street | 617 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Di's Cafe | 479 Oldham Road | 195 yd | |
| Wok King | 477 Oldham Road | 195 yd | |
| The Second Serving | 503 Oldham Road | 195 yd | |
| Kebabish Tandoori | 459 Oldham Road | 262 yd | |
| The Kitchen Takeaway | 463 Oldham Road | 262 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | Queensway Centre, Well I' Th' Lane | 598 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Place KINGSWAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 345 yd |
| Kingsway Park High School (Closed) Queen Victoria Street | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 538 yd |
| Springhill Playing Fields SPRINGHILL PLAYING FIELDS SPRINGHILL PLAYING FIELDS CROMPTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 582 yd |
| 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 | 609 yd |
| Balderstone Park (Closed) Balderstone Road | grass pitches | 648 yd |
| Deeplish Primary Academy DERBY STREET | grass pitches | 1,033 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 146.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.93 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.