Park Lane is in Royton, Oldham and in Oldham district. OL2 6PU 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 Park Lane, Royton, Oldham, OL2 6PU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL2 6QD, OL2 6PY, OL2 5QX, OL2 6ZB, OL2 5QZ, OL2 6GD, OL2 5RB, OL2 5JL, OL2 6QF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OL2 6PU has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 53.5% | 47.9% | -5.6% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 46.5% | 52.1% | 5.6% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 | 30.1% | 40.9% | 10.8% | 37.9% | 3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.4% | 36.7% | -6.7% | 44.2% | -7.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.9% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 12.8% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 12.4% | 5.8% | -6.6% | 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 | 46.2% | 49.7% | 3.5% | 48.4% | 1.3% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 32.2% | 1.5% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 14.4% | -2.1% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 2.4% | -2.9% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 28.9% | 18% | -10.9% | 18.2% | -0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 8.4% | -1.6% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 15.8% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 7.7% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 24.4% | 9.5% | 16.9% | 7.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.9% | 23.5% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -10.3% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.3% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.3% | 3.2% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95% | 91% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 9.6% |
| Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 96.4% | 93.4% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 3.2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 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 | 96.4% | 93.7% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.9% | 37.2% | -7.3% |
| Christian | 62.7% | 46.2% | 16.5% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Lane 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 -22.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51 Park Lane, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £69,000 | 2005-02-18 | £166,149 |
OL2 6PU 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 | 124 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thorp Primary School Westerdale Drive , Royton OL2 5TY | 3out of 4 | 434 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Royton Hall Primary School High Barn Street , Royton OL2 6RW | 3out of 4 | 767 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ss Aidan and Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School Roman Road , Royton OL2 5PQ | 3out of 4 | 823 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fir Bank Primary School Grasmere Road , Royton OL2 6SJ | 3out of 4 | 879 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE Primary School Hindle Drive , Royton OL2 5LU | 2out of 4 | 986 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 | 1,152 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| E-Act Royton and Crompton Academy Blackshaw Lane , Royton OL2 6NT | 1out of 4 | 1,636 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crompton House Church of England Academy Rochdale Road , Shaw OL2 7HS | 3out of 4 | 1,922 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Chadderton School Chadderton Hall Road , Chadderton OL9 0BN | 3out of 4 | 2,564 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's RC High School Shaw Road , Thornham OL16 4RX | 2out of 4 | 2,670 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 3,325 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 3,816 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus , Rochdale Road M24 6XH | - not rated | 4,545 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 | 802 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farrowdale House School Farrowdale House Farrow st , Shaw OL2 7AD | - not rated | 2,253 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chadderton Prepraratory School Broadway , Chadderton OL9 0AD | - not rated | 2,425 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollinwood Academy Roman Road , Hollinwood OL8 3PT | 4out of 4 | 3,383 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland School Whitecroft Street , Watersheddings OL1 4HX | 3out of 4 | 3,510 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | 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 | 139 yd | |
| Mazzo Restaurant | 83 Rochdale Road | 224 yd | |
| Cactus Coffee Royton | 90-94 Rochdale Road | 248 yd | |
| Mazzo Restaurant | Radcliffe Street | 287 yd | |
| Shelley B's Cafe | 32 Market Square | 395 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blue Belle | 180 Rochdale Road | 51 yd | |
| Junction Inn | 221 Rochdale Road | 134 yd | |
| Pinchitos | 54 Rochdale Road | 397 yd | |
| Royton Brass Band & Musical | Royton Brass & Musical Band Cl, Sandy Lane | 399 yd | |
| Hope and Anchor | 29 Sandy Lane | 399 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taj Balti House | 22 Rochdale Road | 397 yd | |
| The Village Chippy | 22 Market Square | 411 yd | |
| The Golden Bowl | 30 Middleton Road | 564 yd | |
| Maypole Granary | 12 Middleton Road | 564 yd | |
| Spice Shak | 6 Oldham Road | 598 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | Rochdale Road | 453 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Royton Park Bleasdale Street | tennis courts | 101 yd |
| Royton Leisure Centre BYRON STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 353 yd |
| Royton Sports Centre (Closed) Park Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 404 yd |
| Royton Cricket Club BRANSDALE AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 520 yd |
| Crompton And Royton Golf Club HIGH BARN STREET | golf | 745 yd |
| Our Lady'S Rc High School (Closed) Vaughan Street | grass pitches | 949 yd |
| Haggate Middleton Road | grass pitches | 993 yd |
| The Oldham Academy North BROADWAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,080 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 | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.