Lodge Lane is in Delph, Oldham and in Oldham district. OL3 5HG is located in the Saddleworth North 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 Lodge Lane, Delph, Oldham, OL3 5HG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL3 5HQ, OL3 5HE, OL3 5HB, OL3 5HH, OL3 5HA, OL3 5HL, OL3 5EY, OL3 5EZ, OL3 5HJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OL3 5HG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 47.6% | 49.5% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 52.4% | 50.5% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 | 25.2% | 32% | 6.8% | 37.9% | -5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.6% | 42.1% | -9.5% | 44.2% | -2.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 11% | 13.8% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 4.7% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 8.9% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 46.9% | 45.8% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 35% | 35.8% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 11.8% | 3.0% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 3.1% | -4.4% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 3.5% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 2.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.7% | 18.6% | -2.1% | 18.2% | 0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 11.3% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 13.8% | -4.1% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 9.7% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 16.2% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.6% | 28.3% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -5.5% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 95.6% | 96.9% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 97.6% | 96.6% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.7% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 96.6% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.5% | 76.7% | 3.8% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 17.1% | 13.5% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.5% | 37.2% | 0.3% |
| Christian | 57.4% | 46.2% | 11.2% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lodge Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Saddleworth North average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Lodge Lane, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-05-31 | £272,299 |
| 1 Friars Lodge Lodge Lane, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2016-09-23 | £448,756 |
| 47 Lodge Lane, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2012-06-14 | £255,303 |
| 47 Lodge Lane, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £96,000 | 2012-02-20 | £197,034 |
| 1 Friars Lodge Lodge Lane, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2012-02-10 | £482,322 |
OL3 5HG 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delph Primary School Denshaw Road , Delph OL3 5HN | 3out of 4 | 277 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity CofE Dobcross Primary School Delph New Road , Dobcross OL3 5BP | 3out of 4 | 2,056 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Diggle School Sam Road , Diggle OL3 5PU | 3out of 4 | 2,475 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE Primary School Delph Road , Denshaw OL3 5RY | 3out of 4 | 2,494 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Chad's Church of England Primary School Rhodes Avenue , Uppermill OL3 6EE | 4out of 4 | 3,149 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saddleworth School High Street , Uppermill OL3 6BU | 3out of 4 | 3,017 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterhead Academy Huddersfield Road , OL4 3NY | 2out of 4 | 3,937 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| E-Act Royton and Crompton Academy Blackshaw Lane , Royton OL2 6NT | 1out of 4 | 5,388 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsland School Whitecroft Street , Watersheddings OL1 4HX | 3out of 4 | 4,617 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Farrowdale House School Farrowdale House Farrow st , Shaw OL2 7AD | - not rated | 4,946 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bright Futures School Friezland Lane , Greenfield OL3 7EU | - not rated | 4,976 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bank | 15 King Street | 519 yd | |
| Crumbles at Delph | 12 King Street | 519 yd | |
| Bay Leaf | 5 King Street | 521 yd | |
| The Frostery Living | 11 King Street | 527 yd | |
| Millgate Arts Centre | Millgate Arts Centre, Stoneswood Road | 768 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Lion | 1 Delph Lane | 455 yd | |
| Delph Brass Band Club | Delph Brass Band Club, Lawton Square | 501 yd | |
| Bulls Head | 2 King Street | 519 yd | |
| Swan Inn | 21 King Street | 521 yd | |
| Delph & Dobcross Cricket & Bowling Club | Delph And Dobcross Cricket Club, Ainsbrook Avenue | 942 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delph Fish & Chips | 25 King Street | 444 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Delph And Dobcross Cricket Club AINSBROOK AVENUE | grass pitches | 908 yd |
| Friarmere Cricket Club FRIARMERE CRICKET CLUB FRIARMERE CRICKET CLUB DENSHAW ROAD | grass pitches | 1,089 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 | 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 | 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 | 34.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 34 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 53.87 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 53.87 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 11.41 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.