Grove Road is in Uppermill, Oldham and in Oldham district. OL3 6JL is located in the Saddleworth South 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 Grove Road, Uppermill, Oldham, OL3 6JL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL3 6JJ, OL3 6JP, OL3 6JN, OL3 6LD, OL3 6JW, OL3 6JS, OL3 6JR, OL3 6JD, OL3 6JU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OL3 6JL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.2% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.8% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 | 26% | 28.8% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.3% | 50% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 3.3% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 11.3% | -2.9% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 6.6% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.3% | 40.7% | -3.6% | 48.4% | -7.7% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 37.1% | 1.7% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 17.7% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 4.4% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.3% | 13.7% | -9.6% | 18.2% | -4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 8% | -5.2% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 12.7% | 0.4% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 8.5% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 13.2% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.1% | 43.9% | 12.8% | 33.8% | 10.1% |
| Other | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.2% | 98.8% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 98.2% | 97.2% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 96.8% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.7% | 76.7% | 14.0% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.9% | 13.5% | -6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.5% | 37.2% | 0.3% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grove Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Saddleworth South 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 risen by about 25.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Grove Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2024-04-08 | £378,566 |
| 42 Grove Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2024-01-17 | £406,126 |
| 56 Grove Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2021-11-16 | £376,257 |
| 48 Grove Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2021-05-19 | £357,253 |
| 36 Grove Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2021-02-26 | £380,191 |
OL3 6JL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in OL3 6JL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Chad's Church of England Primary School Rhodes Avenue , Uppermill OL3 6EE | 4out of 4 | 980 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfield Primary School Shaw Street , Greenfield OL3 7AA | 4out of 4 | 1,002 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfield St Mary's CofE School Manchester Road , Greenfield OL3 7DW | 3out of 4 | 1,549 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity CofE Dobcross Primary School Delph New Road , Dobcross OL3 5BP | 3out of 4 | 1,663 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Friezland Primary School Church Road , Greenfield OL3 7LN | 3out of 4 | 2,227 yd | Community school | 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 | 775 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mossley Hollins High School Huddersfield Road , Mossley OL5 9DP | 4out of 4 | 3,540 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterhead Academy Huddersfield Road , OL4 3NY | 2out of 4 | 4,868 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bright Futures School Friezland Lane , Greenfield OL3 7EU | - not rated | 1,583 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saddleworth Pool | Station Road | 328 yd | |
| Reclamation Room | Reclamation Room, Lee Street | 383 yd | |
| No Thirty | 30 High Street | 406 yd | |
| Sorella Restaurant | 38 High Street | 409 yd | |
| Weaver and Wilde Coffee House & Eatery | 42 High Street | 413 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uppermill Sports Club | Uppermill Sports Club, Merlewood Avenue | 210 yd | |
| Granby Arms | 28 High Street | 409 yd | |
| The Waggon Inn | 32-34 High Street | 409 yd | |
| Karben | 58 High Street | 421 yd | |
| Saddleworth Wine Vault | 72 High Street | 473 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kobe Coffee | 36 High Street | 409 yd | |
| Pizza Love | 26 High Street | 415 yd | |
| Veloce - Caffe Grande | 76a High Street | 481 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | 77 High Street | 499 yd | |
| Saddleworth Pizza | Frenches Works, Chew Valley Road | 1,006 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food - Uppermill | 66 High Street | 473 yd | |
| Tesco | Chew Valley Road | 715 yd | |
| Weaver and Wilde, Groceries & Provisions | 64 Chew Valley Road | 1,090 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Saddleworth Pool And Leisure Centre MERLEWOOD AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 58 yd |
| Uppermill Sports Club MERLEWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches | 147 yd |
| Churchill Playing Fields Wellington Road | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 475 yd |
| Saddleworth Golf Club LADCASTLE ROAD | golf | 789 yd |
| Saddleworth School HIGH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 873 yd |
| Lifestyle Fitness Centre (Closed) LIFESTYLE FITNESS CENTRE LIFESTYLE FITNESS CENTRE WELLINGTON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 905 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 | 48 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.45 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.45 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.