Osborne Street is in Shaw, Oldham and in Oldham district. OL2 7AB is located in the Shaw electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Oldham East and Saddleworth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Osborne Street, Shaw, Oldham, OL2 7AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL2 7AA, OL2 7AG, OL2 7AE, OL2 7AL, OL2 7AJ, OL2 7AR, OL2 7JH, OL2 7HE, OL2 7AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OL2 7AB has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.1% 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 | 56% | 57.1% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 6.1% |
| Male | 44% | 42.9% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -6.1% |
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 | 25.2% | 33.7% | 8.5% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.3% | 32.2% | -11.1% | 44.2% | -12.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 3.5% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 15.3% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 6.2% |
| Widowed | 18.6% | 13.4% | -5.2% | 6.1% | 7.3% |
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 | 33.7% | 45.7% | 12.0% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 31% | -3.2% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 20.2% | 14% | -6.2% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 7.8% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 4.5% | 1.6% | -2.9% | 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 | 38.6% | 27.6% | -11.0% | 18.2% | 9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.7% | 8.9% | 2.2% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 15.8% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 8.9% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 12.8% | -1.0% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 19% | 23.6% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -10.2% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2.5% | 0.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.6% | 5.4% | 3.8% | 1.1% | 4.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.7% | 88.5% | -8.2% | 81.4% | 7.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 95.5% | 91.5% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 4.3% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 0.4% | -1.7% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 90.8% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 1.2% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.3% | 76.7% | 1.6% |
| Ireland | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 16.3% | 13.5% | 2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.4% | 37.2% | -9.8% |
| Christian | 58.7% | 46.2% | 12.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 8.1% | 6.5% | 1.6% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Osborne Street 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.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% 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 Osborne Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2024-10-11 | £183,977 |
| 19 Osborne Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £153,000 | 2021-10-19 | £199,260 |
| 9 Osborne Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2021-04-30 | £189,546 |
| 11 Osborne Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2020-12-03 | £197,653 |
| 5 Osborne Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2020-11-13 | £247,757 |
The percentage of retired residents living in OL2 7AB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thames Street Nursery School Thames Street , OL16 5NY | - not rated | 5,009 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Barn Junior School Kings Road , Shaw OL2 7BJ | - not rated | 311 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Barn Infant School Longfield Road , Shaw OL2 7HD | - not rated | 358 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crompton Primary School Longfield Road , Shaw OL2 7HD | 3out of 4 | 448 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beal Vale Primary School Salts Street , Shaw OL2 7SY | - not rated | 472 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beal Vale Primary School Salts Street , Shaw OL2 7SY | 3out of 4 | 472 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crompton House CofE School Rochdale Road , Shaw OL2 7HS | - not rated | 867 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 | 867 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy Blackshaw Lane , Royton OL2 6NT | - not rated | 1,142 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royton and Crompton School Blackshaw Lane , Royton OL2 6NT | - not rated | 1,142 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's RC High School Vaughan Street , Royton OL2 5DL | - not rated | 2,539 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 4,257 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Kingsway Middle School Turf Hill Road , OL16 4XA | - not rated | 4,363 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Oldham College Rochdale Road , OL9 6AA | - not rated | 4,459 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 4,885 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 4,885 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farrowdale House School Farrowdale House Farrow st , Shaw OL2 7AD | - not rated | 131 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Croft C/O Care Today , 2nd Floor Lansdowne House SK2 6LR | - not rated | 2,035 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenbank School Firbank Road , Royton OL2 6TU | - not rated | 2,083 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Supreme Start Ltd Unit 7, Roman Road , Royton OL2 5PJ | - not rated | 2,457 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| SEE (Oldham) Argent House, Shaw Road , OL1 4AW | - not rated | 2,896 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naughty But Nice | 44 Market Street | 322 yd | |
| Delaney's | 7 Market Street | 350 yd | |
| Donnelly's | 45 Market Street | 350 yd | |
| Cotton Mill Grill | 59 Market Street | 353 yd | |
| Dolphin Fish Bar | 5 Rochdale Road | 365 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masonic Hall | The Gables, Kershaw Street | 177 yd | |
| Queen Anne | Queen Anne, Church Road | 197 yd | |
| Coach & Horses | 1 Market Street | 350 yd | |
| Blue Bell Hotel | Blue Bell, 11-13 Market Street | 350 yd | |
| Pineapple Inn | 2 Rochdale Road | 365 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Palace | 113 Rochdale Road | 244 yd | |
| MasterShakes | 94 Rochdale Road | 270 yd | |
| Walt's Brews & Bites | 55 Market Place, Westway | 294 yd | |
| Shaw Fried Chicken | 29 Rochdale Road | 303 yd | |
| YFC | 21 Rochdale Road | 303 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 60-62 Market Street | 322 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd. | 1 Refuge Street | 426 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda Supermarket, Greenfield Lane | 447 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crompton Fitness Centre (Closed) Farrow Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 277 yd |
| Shaw Lifelong Learning Centre HIGH STREET | 325 yd | |
| New Barn Annersley Avenue | grass pitches | 464 yd |
| Crompton Cricket Club DUCHESS STREET | grass pitches | 762 yd |
| Crompton House C Of E School ROCHDALE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 867 yd |
| Elite Fitness GRAINS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,015 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 | 74.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 159.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.