Colsterdale Close is in Royton, Oldham and in Oldham district. OL2 6NU 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 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Colsterdale Close, Royton, Oldham, OL2 6NU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL2 6NA, OL2 6QE, OL2 6NX, OL2 6DH, OL2 6YE, OL2 6PN, OL2 6RL, OL2 6YS, OL2 6PR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OL2 6NU 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 | 49.1% | 51.2% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 50.9% | 48.8% | -2.1% | 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 | 30.7% | 35.5% | 4.8% | 37.9% | -2.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.6% | 49.5% | -8.1% | 44.2% | 5.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 10% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 63.3% | 57.7% | -5.6% | 48.4% | 9.3% |
| Good health | 28.7% | 32.4% | 3.7% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 7% | 7.6% | 0.6% | 12.7% | -5.1% |
| Bad health | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 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 OL2 6NU this area, 7.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.6% | 7.9% | -2.7% | 18.2% | -10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 10.4% | -7.3% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.8% | 17.6% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 5.8% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 19.8% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.7% | 36.3% | 6.6% | 33.8% | 2.5% |
| Other | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
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 | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.7% | 90.4% | -5.3% | 81.4% | 9.0% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 97.6% | 96.2% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| 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 | 97.3% | 96.5% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91% | 76.7% | 14.3% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.6% | 37.2% | -8.6% |
| Christian | 61.8% | 46.2% | 15.6% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Colsterdale Close was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Crompton 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 -32.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Colsterdale Close, Oldham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £154,000 | 2014-05-16 | £300,880 |
| 2 Colsterdale Close, Oldham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £184,000 | 2013-04-05 | £368,970 |
| 6 Colsterdale Close, Oldham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £248,000 | 2007-02-23 | £457,137 |
| 2 Colsterdale Close, Oldham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £91,500 | 2000-10-26 | £414,292 |
| 3 Colsterdale Close, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £73,000 | 1999-04-06 | £395,991 |
OL2 6NU 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 144 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Education | 26 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royton Hall Primary School High Barn Street , Royton OL2 6RW | 3out of 4 | 670 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorp Primary School Westerdale Drive , Royton OL2 5TY | 3out of 4 | 722 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fir Bank Primary School Grasmere Road , Royton OL2 6SJ | 3out of 4 | 738 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ss Aidan and Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School Roman Road , Royton OL2 5PQ | 3out of 4 | 1,018 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE Primary School Hindle Drive , Royton OL2 5LU | 2out of 4 | 1,291 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 | 1,392 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| E-Act Royton and Crompton Academy Blackshaw Lane , Royton OL2 6NT | 1out of 4 | 1,460 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crompton House Church of England Academy Rochdale Road , Shaw OL2 7HS | 3out of 4 | 1,601 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's RC High School Shaw Road , Thornham OL16 4RX | 2out of 4 | 2,558 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Chadderton School Chadderton Hall Road , Chadderton OL9 0BN | 3out of 4 | 2,885 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,530 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 4,018 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus , Rochdale Road M24 6XH | - not rated | 4,782 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 | 1,015 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farrowdale House School Farrowdale House Farrow st , Shaw OL2 7AD | - not rated | 1,961 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chadderton Prepraratory School Broadway , Chadderton OL9 0AD | - not rated | 2,737 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland School Whitecroft Street , Watersheddings OL1 4HX | 3out of 4 | 3,461 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollinwood Academy Roman Road , Hollinwood OL8 3PT | 4out of 4 | 3,529 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tandle View Court Restaurant | Tandle View Court, Rochdale Road | 460 yd | |
| Cactus Coffee Royton | 90-94 Rochdale Road | 493 yd | |
| Mazzo Restaurant | 83 Rochdale Road | 499 yd | |
| Mazzo Restaurant | Radcliffe Street | 569 yd | |
| Latte Lounge | 20a Rochdale Road | 607 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blue Belle | 180 Rochdale Road | 361 yd | |
| Junction Inn | 221 Rochdale Road | 390 yd | |
| Pinchitos | 54 Rochdale Road | 607 yd | |
| Crompton & Royton Golf Club | Crompton And Royton Golf Club, High Barn Street | 612 yd | |
| Arumba | Unit 2 Market Square | 637 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taj Balti House | 22 Rochdale Road | 607 yd | |
| The Village Chippy | 22 Market Square | 656 yd | |
| Butties | Edge Lane Street | 755 yd | |
| The Golden Bowl | 30 Middleton Road | 787 yd | |
| Maypole Granary | 12 Middleton Road | 787 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | Rochdale Road | 671 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Royton Park Bleasdale Street | tennis courts | 367 yd |
| Royton Leisure Centre BYRON STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 525 yd |
| Royton Sports Centre (Closed) Park Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 573 yd |
| Crompton And Royton Golf Club HIGH BARN STREET | golf | 628 yd |
| Royton Cricket Club BRANSDALE AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 837 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 | 500 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 466.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 30.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.