Bankside Close is in Uppermill, Oldham and in Oldham district. OL3 6JT 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 Bankside Close, Uppermill, Oldham, OL3 6JT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL3 6JY, OL3 6HP, OL3 6JU, OL3 6JS, OL3 6EZ, OL3 6JR, OL3 6JX, OL3 6JN, OL3 6HH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OL3 6JT 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 Bankside Close 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bankside Close, Oldham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2022-10-26 | £601,700 |
| 5 Bankside Close, Oldham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2016-12-16 | £660,464 |
| 5 Bankside Close, Oldham, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £5,000 | 2016-12-13 | £7,708 |
| 1 Bankside Close, Oldham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2013-02-11 | £672,291 |
OL3 6JT 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 6JT 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 | 752 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfield Primary School Shaw Street , Greenfield OL3 7AA | 4out of 4 | 1,231 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity CofE Dobcross Primary School Delph New Road , Dobcross OL3 5BP | 3out of 4 | 1,628 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfield St Mary's CofE School Manchester Road , Greenfield OL3 7DW | 3out of 4 | 1,726 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Friezland Primary School Church Road , Greenfield OL3 7LN | 3out of 4 | 2,457 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 | 599 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mossley Hollins High School Huddersfield Road , Mossley OL5 9DP | 4out of 4 | 3,775 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterhead Academy Huddersfield Road , OL4 3NY | 2out of 4 | 4,986 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 | 1,799 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 | 245 yd | |
| Reclamation Room | Reclamation Room, Lee Street | 320 yd | |
| The Weavers Factory | 13 New Street | 427 yd | |
| The Cellar Pot Cafe | 50 High Street | 447 yd | |
| Fika | 56 High Street | 447 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uppermill Sports Club | Uppermill Sports Club, Merlewood Avenue | 199 yd | |
| Saddleworth Wine Vault | 72 High Street | 428 yd | |
| Albion Tap | 72 High Street | 428 yd | |
| Hare & Hounds | 68 High Street | 428 yd | |
| The Commie | 90 High Street | 444 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veloce - Caffe Grande | 76a High Street | 433 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | 77 High Street | 457 yd | |
| Kobe Coffee | 36 High Street | 481 yd | |
| Pizza Love | 26 High Street | 527 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food - Uppermill | 66 High Street | 428 yd | |
| Tesco | Chew Valley Road | 952 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Saddleworth Pool And Leisure Centre MERLEWOOD AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 260 yd |
| Uppermill Sports Club MERLEWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches | 274 yd |
| Churchill Playing Fields Wellington Road | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 702 yd |
| Saddleworth School HIGH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 714 yd |
| Saddleworth Golf Club LADCASTLE ROAD | golf | 888 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 | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.