Thornham Court is in Royton, Oldham and in Rochdale district. OL2 6US is located in the Balderstone & Kirkholt electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rochdale. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Thornham Court, Royton, Oldham, OL2 6US and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL11 2BT, OL16 4SF, OL16 4SE, OL2 6XF, OL11 2BS, OL2 6XE, OL2 6UW, OL2 6XA, OL2 6XD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OL2 6US has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.6% 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 | 54.6% | 56.6% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 5.6% |
| Male | 45.4% | 43.4% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -5.6% |
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 OL2 6US there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.2% 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 | 26.3% | 32.8% | 6.5% | 37.9% | -5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.7% | 51.2% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 7.0% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 7.5% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 5% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 44.5% | 50.4% | 5.9% | 48.4% | 2.0% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 32.5% | -2.9% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 14.7% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 2.4% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
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 | 18.4% | 20% | 1.6% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 7% | -10.4% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 14% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.5% | 7.5% | -2.0% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 19% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.2% | 30% | 6.8% | 33.8% | -3.8% |
| Other | 5.8% | 2.5% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 96.9% | 97.6% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 97.8% | 97.6% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 97.6% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.4% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27% | 37.2% | -10.2% |
| Christian | 64.7% | 46.2% | 18.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thornham Court 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 remained broadly unchanged year on year.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Thornham Court, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2016-07-22 | £210,070 |
| 3 Thornham Court, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2011-01-28 | £227,698 |
| 3 Thornham Court, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £79,950 | 2003-10-17 | £227,503 |
| 4 Thornham Court, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £59,000 | 2002-03-14 | £258,675 |
OL2 6US 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thames Street Nursery School Thames Street , OL16 5NY | - not rated | 3,175 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brimrod Nursery School Finsbury Street , OL11 4NB | - not rated | 3,739 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Acresfield Nursery School Acresfield Road , Middleton M24 2NU | - not rated | 4,450 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Street Nursery School South Street , OL16 2EP | - not rated | 4,538 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Howard Street Nursery School Howard Street , OL12 0PP | 3out of 4 | 4,970 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornham St James CofE Primary School Castleton Road , Thornham OL2 6XT | - not rated | 424 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornham St. James CofE Primary School Castleton Road , Thornham OL2 6XT | 3out of 4 | 424 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fir Bank Primary School Grasmere Road , Royton OL2 6SJ | - not rated | 990 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fir Bank Primary School Grasmere Road , Royton OL2 6SJ | 3out of 4 | 990 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill Top Community Primary School Hill Top Drive , Kirkholt OL11 2EH | - not rated | 1,396 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Henshaw RC School Shaw Road , OL16 4RX | - not rated | 861 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy Shaw Road , Thornham OL16 4RX | 2out of 4 | 861 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's RC High School Shaw Road , Thornham OL16 4RX | - not rated | 861 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crompton House CofE School Rochdale Road , Shaw OL2 7HS | - not rated | 2,031 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crompton House Church of England Academy Rochdale Road , Shaw OL2 7HS | 3out of 4 | 2,031 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornham Middle School Hill Top Drive , Kirkholt OL11 2EH | - not rated | 1,542 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Kingsway Middle School Turf Hill Road , OL16 4XA | - not rated | 2,491 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Matthew Moss Middle School Matthew Moss Lane , OL11 3LU | - not rated | 4,449 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Redbrook Middle School Bridgefold Road , OL11 5BX | - not rated | 5,051 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hopwood Hall College Middleton Campus , Rochdale Road M24 6XH | - not rated | 4,195 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Sixth Form College College Road , OL12 6HY | - not rated | 4,576 yd | Further education | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rochdale Sixth Form College College Road , OL12 6HY | - not rated | 4,576 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oldham College Rochdale Road , OL9 6AA | - not rated | 5,091 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenbank School Firbank Road , Royton OL2 6TU | - not rated | 1,303 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Supreme Start Ltd Unit 7, Roman Road , Royton OL2 5PJ | - not rated | 2,601 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Farrowdale House School Farrowdale House Farrow st , Shaw OL2 7AD | - not rated | 2,935 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nuqtah Primary School 235 Ashfield Road , OL11 1QH | - not rated | 3,139 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pleasant Street 9 Pleasant Street , Castleton OL11 3BE | - not rated | 3,502 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tandle Hill Country Park Cafe | Tandle Hill Road | 815 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summit Inn | 826 Rochdale Road | 101 yd | |
| Turks Head | 119 Castleton Road | 296 yd | |
| Pleasant Inn | 730 Rochdale Road | 310 yd | |
| Yew Tree Inn | Oldham Road | 837 yd | |
| Puckersley Inn | 22 Narrowgate Brow | 877 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh 'n' Tasty Sandwich Co | 331a Rochdale Road | 449 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Cuthbert'S Roman Catholic High School SHAW ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 865 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.