Copley Street is in Shaw, Oldham and in Oldham district. OL2 7TR 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 Copley Street, Shaw, Oldham, OL2 7TR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL2 7TS, OL2 7TN, OL2 8AY, OL2 7TB, OL2 7TW, OL2 7TJ, OL2 7UD, OL2 7UU, OL2 7XX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OL2 7TR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% 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 | 51.8% | 53.5% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 48.2% | 46.5% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
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 | 29.6% | 38.4% | 8.8% | 37.9% | 0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.7% | 32.8% | -10.9% | 44.2% | -11.4% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 2% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 14.1% | 14.1% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 12.6% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 6.5% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.7% | 32.6% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -15.8% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 33.9% | -3.0% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 21.3% | 27.6% | 6.3% | 12.7% | 14.9% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 4.6% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 1.3% | -1.5% | 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.
In the area around OL2 7TR this area, 30.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.8% | 30.2% | -3.6% | 18.2% | 12.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 12.4% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 11.9% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 6.4% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 12.4% | -0.3% | 16.9% | -4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.8% | 20.3% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -13.5% |
| Other | 1.9% | 6.4% | 4.5% | 2.8% | 3.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| White | 96.8% | 94.1% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
In this area, 95% 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% | 95% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 95% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 15.9% | 13.5% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 53.6% | 46.2% | 7.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Copley 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. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about -0.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Copley Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2024-09-16 | £135,859 |
| 33 Copley Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2024-09-13 | £152,162 |
| 33 Copley Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2016-05-31 | £151,447 |
| 31 Copley Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2014-05-15 | £162,195 |
| 31 Copley Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £35,000 | 1998-10-23 | £190,924 |
OL2 7TR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in OL2 7TR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Crompton St James CofE Primary School St James Street , Shaw OL2 7TD | 3out of 4 | 167 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beal Vale Primary School Salts Street , Shaw OL2 7SY | 3out of 4 | 321 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushcroft Primary School Trent Road , Shaw OL2 7YL | 3out of 4 | 503 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Crompton St George's CofE School George Street , Shaw OL2 8AX | 3out of 4 | 736 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckstones Primary School Delamere Avenue , Shaw OL2 8HN | 4out of 4 | 797 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Crompton House Church of England Academy Rochdale Road , Shaw OL2 7HS | 3out of 4 | 1,069 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| E-Act Royton and Crompton Academy Blackshaw Lane , Royton OL2 6NT | 1out of 4 | 1,864 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollingworth Academy Cornfield Street , Milnrow OL16 3DR | 4out of 4 | 3,304 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's RC High School Shaw Road , Thornham OL16 4RX | 2out of 4 | 3,463 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oldham Academy North Broadway , Royton OL2 5BF | 3out of 4 | 3,531 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 5,182 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 | 717 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elland House School Unit 7, Roman Road , OL2 5PJ | - not rated | 3,176 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland School Whitecroft Street , Watersheddings OL1 4HX | 3out of 4 | 3,509 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollinwood Academy Roman Road , Hollinwood OL8 3PT | 4out of 4 | 4,831 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chadderton Prepraratory School Broadway , Chadderton OL9 0AD | - not rated | 5,076 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodlands Cafe at Dunwood | Smallbrook Road | 314 yd | |
| Bengal Curry Pot Shaw | 18-20 Milnrow Road | 434 yd | |
| Dolphin Fish Bar | 5 Rochdale Road | 491 yd | |
| Mamma Pizza | 6 Rochdale Road | 491 yd | |
| Tasty Bites | 93 Duchess Street | 529 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Inn | 30 Smallbrook Road | 316 yd | |
| Crompton Cricket Club | Glebe Street | 424 yd | |
| The Shay Wake | Shay Wake, 10 Milnrow Road | 442 yd | |
| Crompton Central Working Mens Club | 10 Saint Marys Gate | 463 yd | |
| Gin Gin Bar | 1 Milnrow Road | 485 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Family Chippy | 150 Milnrow Road | 60 yd | |
| Spicy Kitchen | 202 Milnrow Road | 132 yd | |
| Chicken Express Pizza & Milkshake Bar | 202a Milnrow Road | 132 yd | |
| Corbett's Corner | 16 Linney Lane | 150 yd | |
| Taffs Grocers/Takeaway | 92a-94a Milnrow Road | 236 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 60-62 Market Street | 620 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda Supermarket, Greenfield Lane | 799 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd. | 1 Refuge Street | 911 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crompton Cricket Club DUCHESS STREET | grass pitches | 480 yd |
| George Street Playing Fields George Street | grass pitches | 483 yd |
| Dunwood Park Smallbrook Road | tennis courts | 592 yd |
| Elite Fitness GRAINS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 626 yd |
| Crompton Fitness Centre (Closed) Farrow Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 763 yd |
| Shaw Lifelong Learning Centre HIGH STREET | 815 yd | |
| New Barn Annersley Avenue | grass pitches | 1,075 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 | 65.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.