Mayfair Drive is in Royton, Oldham and in Oldham district. OL2 5BQ is located in the Royton South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Oldham West and Royton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mayfair Drive, Royton, Oldham, OL2 5BQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL2 5BG, OL2 5BH, OL2 5BE, OL2 5DB, OL2 5BB, OL2 5BJ, OL2 5BD, OL2 5BN, OL2 5AE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OL2 5BQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.9% of residents 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 | 53.4% | 54.9% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 3.9% |
| Male | 46.6% | 45.1% | -1.5% | 49.0% | -3.9% |
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 | 29.1% | 39.1% | 10.0% | 37.9% | 1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.2% | 43.1% | -4.1% | 44.2% | -1.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 7.1% | -4.4% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 9.2% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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 | 51.7% | 48.8% | -2.9% | 48.4% | 0.4% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 29.2% | -1.0% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 16.4% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4.8% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.3% | 21.8% | -4.5% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 13.2% | 0.6% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.9% | 14.5% | -6.4% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 7.1% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 16.3% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.8% | 25.2% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -8.6% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.8% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.2% | 3.2% | 1.0% | 1.1% | 2.1% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.8% | 0.5% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 89.8% | 90.4% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 9.0% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 93.2% | 93.1% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 3.2% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 92.6% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 4.7% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0.8% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 9.7% | 13.5% | -3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.1% | 37.2% | -12.1% |
| Christian | 66.8% | 46.2% | 20.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mayfair Drive was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Coldhurst 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 -8.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Mayfair Drive, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2024-04-15 | £262,661 |
| 1 Mayfair Drive, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-10-28 | £252,243 |
| 8 Mayfair Drive, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £181,000 | 2018-12-14 | £295,248 |
| 11 Mayfair Drive, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2016-12-09 | £332,607 |
| 8 Mayfair Drive, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2016-04-06 | £304,983 |
OL2 5BQ 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 | 125 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 50 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Education | 20 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne's CofE (Aided) Primary School Ormerod Avenue , Royton OL2 5DH | 3out of 4 | 520 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE Primary School Hindle Drive , Royton OL2 5LU | 2out of 4 | 690 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ss Aidan and Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School Roman Road , Royton OL2 5PQ | 3out of 4 | 780 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnley Brow Community School Victoria Street , Chadderton OL9 0BY | 3out of 4 | 1,056 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hilda's CofE Primary School Tilbury Street , OL1 2HJ | 2out of 4 | 1,151 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Oldham Academy North Broadway , Royton OL2 5BF | 3out of 4 | 375 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Chadderton School Chadderton Hall Road , Chadderton OL9 0BN | 3out of 4 | 1,815 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blue Coat CofE School Egerton Street , OL1 3SQ | 4out of 4 | 1,959 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| E-Act Royton and Crompton Academy Blackshaw Lane , Royton OL2 6NT | 1out of 4 | 2,141 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Radclyffe School Hunt Lane , Chadderton OL9 0LS | 4out of 4 | 2,427 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Oldham College Rochdale Road , OL9 6AA | - not rated | 1,855 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 2,345 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus , Rochdale Road M24 6XH | - not rated | 4,691 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elland House School Unit 7, Roman Road , OL2 5PJ | - not rated | 761 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chadderton Prepraratory School Broadway , Chadderton OL9 0AD | - not rated | 1,286 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood High Kelsall Street , OL9 6HR | - not rated | 2,009 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Hollinwood Academy Roman Road , Hollinwood OL8 3PT | 4out of 4 | 2,077 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Future Finders Employability College 77 Union Street , OL1 1JZ | - not rated | 2,377 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KT's Kitchen & Diner | 227 Oldham Road | 378 yd | |
| Laticzone Study Centre | Furtherwood Road | 459 yd | |
| Cafe Royal | Royal Oldham Hospital, Rochdale Road | 531 yd | |
| Crane Payment Innovations | New Coin Street | 625 yd | |
| Heathers Kitchen 3 | Aster House, Aster Street | 650 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Hart | 233 Oldham Road A671 | 378 yd | |
| Khau Galli | 331 Oldham Road | 380 yd | |
| The Greyhound Inn | 1 Elly Clough, Holden Fold Lane | 501 yd | |
| Carters Arms | 133 Oldham Road | 709 yd | |
| The Oddies | 12 Union Street | 783 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Longside Service Station, Oldham Road | 328 yd | |
| Sun Hing Fish & Chips | 290-292 Oldham Road | 333 yd | |
| Ree Ming | 369 Oldham Road | 410 yd | |
| Indian Cottage | 13 Royley | 775 yd | |
| Subway | Elk Mill Central Retail Park, Broadway | 900 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Range Home and Leisure | 16 Elk Mill Central Retail Park, Broadway | 775 yd | |
| B&M | Unit A, Gateway Retail Park | 1,036 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food | Rochdale Road | 1,093 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Glo Gym (Oldham) HILBRE AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 221 yd |
| Oldham Athletic Afc (Boundary Park) OLDHAM ATHLETIC AFC LTD OLDHAM ATHLETIC AFC LTD FURTHERWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 376 yd |
| Clayton Arms Sports Centre (Closed) Furtherwood Road | 395 yd | |
| The Oldham Academy North BROADWAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 437 yd |
| Clayton Playing Fields Broadway | grass pitches | 505 yd |
| Angels Ladies Health & Fitness Club Ltd (Closed) St. Phillips Drive | health and fitness suite | 509 yd |
| Our Lady'S Rc High School (Closed) Vaughan Street | grass pitches | 602 yd |
| Westwood Park (Closed) Westhulme Avenue | tennis courts | 642 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Oldham) ELK MILL CENTRE RETAIL PARK | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 908 yd |
| Rifle Range Pitch BURNLEY LANE | grass pitches | 1,016 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 50 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 50 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.