Kathan Close is in Rochdale and in Rochdale district. OL16 5BZ is located in the Kingsway electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rochdale. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kathan Close, Rochdale, OL16 5BZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL16 5HE, OL16 5BB, OL16 5BA, OL16 5DN, OL16 5DJ, OL16 5EW, OL16 5HB, OL16 5BD, OL16 5BG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OL16 5BZ has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.5% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 56.5% | 4.0% | 51.0% | 5.5% |
| Male | 47.5% | 43.5% | -4.0% | 49.0% | -5.5% |
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 5BZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53% 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 | 22.1% | 30.7% | 8.6% | 37.9% | -7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.5% | 53% | -9.5% | 44.2% | 8.8% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 4.8% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -4.3% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 9.3% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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 | 35.2% | 44.1% | 8.9% | 48.4% | -4.3% |
| Good health | 40.5% | 37.1% | -3.4% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 16.6% | 13% | -3.6% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 4.9% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 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 5BZ this area, 30.5% 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 20.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.4% | 30.5% | -9.9% | 18.2% | 12.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 11.9% | 2.7% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 9.7% | -5.7% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 7.8% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 14.5% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.8% | 20.8% | 5.0% | 33.8% | -13.0% |
| Other | 6.7% | 4.8% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 56.5% 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 | 3.7% | 1.7% | -2.0% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.7% | 2% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 14.3% | 31.1% | 16.8% | 2.7% | 28.4% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 4.3% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 2.7% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 74.8% | 56.5% | -18.3% | 81.4% | -24.9% |
| Other | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 80.6% 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 | 87% | 80.6% | -6.4% | 83.2% | -2.6% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 4.1% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 0.9% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8% | 13.9% | 5.9% | 5.6% | 8.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.4% | 80.6% | -4.8% | 83.2% | -2.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 13.3% | 12.0% | 9.8% | 3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.6% | 0.9% | -8.7% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.6% | 76.7% | 6.9% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 14.8% | 37.2% | -22.4% |
| Christian | 45.8% | 46.2% | -0.4% |
| Muslim | 35.9% | 6.5% | 29.4% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kathan Close 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.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Kathan Close, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2025-12-15 | £222,623 |
| 30 Kathan Close, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-03-07 | £187,855 |
| 1 Kathan Close, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £169,950 | 2023-03-31 | £186,452 |
| 16 Kathan Close, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £184,000 | 2022-09-29 | £206,609 |
| 9 Kathan Close, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-08-26 | £205,073 |
OL16 5BZ 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.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thames Street Nursery School Thames Street , OL16 5NY | - not rated | 670 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Street Nursery School South Street , OL16 2EP | - not rated | 928 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Howard Street Nursery School Howard Street , OL12 0PP | 3out of 4 | 1,665 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brimrod Nursery School Finsbury Street , OL11 4NB | - not rated | 2,502 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Kingsway , OL16 4AW | 3out of 4 | 584 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School Rochdale Kingsway , OL16 4AW | - not rated | 584 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belfield Community School Samson Street , Belfield OL16 2XW | - not rated | 783 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School Muriel Street , OL16 5JQ | 3out of 4 | 1,003 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heybrook Primary School Park Road , OL12 9BJ | 3out of 4 | 1,166 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadfield Upper School Nelson Street , OL16 1NN | - not rated | 1,177 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springhill High School Turf Hill Road , OL16 4XA | - not rated | 1,233 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsway Park High School Turf Hill Road , OL16 4XA | 3out of 4 | 1,319 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC School Turf Hill Road , OL16 4XA | - not rated | 1,319 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsway Park High School Turf Hill Road , OL16 4XA | - not rated | 1,319 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 1,319 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Howarth Cross Middle School Albert Royds Street , OL16 2SU | - not rated | 1,787 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Redbrook Middle School Bridgefold Road , OL11 5BX | - not rated | 2,588 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Thornham Middle School Hill Top Drive , Kirkholt OL11 2EH | - not rated | 2,944 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Thrum Hall Middle School Thrum Hall Lane , OL12 6DE | - not rated | 3,162 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | 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 | 1,826 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Sixth Form College College Road , OL12 6HY | - not rated | 1,826 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raise Rochdale Pupil Referral Service Saxon Hall , Samson Street OL16 2XW | 2out of 4 | 906 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Peppercorn 142 Rochdale Road , Pepercorn Cottage OL16 3DA | - not rated | 1,353 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Granville Greencorns Co 1st and 2nd Floors , Leeds House OL16 1BH | - not rated | 1,419 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waidshouse Greencorns Independent School Co 1st and 2nd Floors , Leeds House OL16 1BH | - not rated | 1,419 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bernard - Green Corns 1st and 2nd Floors , Leeds House OL16 1BH | - not rated | 1,419 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweet Stop Rochdale | 119 Milnrow Road | 215 yd | |
| Rochdale Training Association | Rochdale Training Association, Fishwick Street | 680 yd | |
| Legacy Dance Academy | Unit 2k, Moss Mill Industrial Estate, Woodbine Street East | 788 yd | |
| Saya's Cafe | 116 Ramsay Street | 796 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurant | Kingsway Retail Park, Kingsway | 807 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Eagle | 59 Oldham Road | 890 yd | |
| Cask & Feather | 1 Oldham Road | 975 yd | |
| The Hornet | Helmsman Lane | 976 yd | |
| Firgrove Club | 18 Leigh Street | 1,017 yd | |
| Rochdale Masonic Buildings | 1 Richard Street | 1,074 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yum Yum Chicken & Kebab | 147 Milnrow Road | 184 yd | |
| Keshnap | 135 Milnrow Road | 184 yd | |
| Khans | 143 Milnrow Road | 184 yd | |
| Oriental Chef | 111 Milnrow Road | 184 yd | |
| Golden Tandoori | 139 Milnrow Road | 184 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited | 285 Kingsway | 424 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 5 Kingsway Retail Park | 807 yd | |
| Asda | Unit 2 Asda Rochdale Kingsway, Kingsway Retail Park, Kingsway | 807 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Stores Ltd, Entwisle Road | 847 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rochdale Leisure Centre ENTWISLE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 704 yd |
| Central Leisure Centre (Closed) Entwisle Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 802 yd |
| St Ann'S Church Hall ST ANNS CHURCH HALL ST ANNS CHURCH HALL BROCKLEBANK ROAD | 823 yd | |
| Firgrove Playing Fields COPPY BRIDGE DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,011 yd |
| Bellfield Mill Lane (Rochdale Sacred Heart) FIRGROVE GARDENS | grass pitches | 1,066 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 | 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.92 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.92 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.05 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.