Mossley Road is in Grasscroft, Oldham and in Oldham district. OL4 4HH 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 Mossley Road, Grasscroft, Oldham, OL4 4HH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL4 4AE, OL4 4JY, OL4 4HJ, OL4 4GH, OL4 4EQ, OL4 4HT, OL4 4EY, OL4 4HL, OL3 7LG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OL4 4HH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 51% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 51% | 49% | -2.0% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of OL4 4HH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.8% | 24.3% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -13.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.1% | 63.8% | 1.7% | 44.2% | 19.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 7.8% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 3.3% | -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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 60.5% | 56.6% | -3.9% | 48.4% | 8.2% |
| Good health | 24.1% | 34.9% | 10.8% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 6.8% | -4.1% | 12.7% | -5.9% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 1.4% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 OL4 4HH this area, 7.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 53.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.3% | 7.4% | -2.9% | 18.2% | -10.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.1% | 7.8% | -1.3% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 11.9% | -5.0% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 15.2% | 6.1% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 49.4% | 53.7% | 4.3% | 33.8% | 19.9% |
| Other | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.9% | 93.9% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 12.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 98.3% 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% | 98.3% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 98.3% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.3% | 76.7% | 18.6% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 4.4% | 13.5% | -9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.2% | 37.2% | -8.0% |
| Christian | 62.7% | 46.2% | 16.5% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mossley Road 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 -34.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Mossley Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £723,000 | 2024-07-12 | £764,135 |
| 13 Mossley Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2023-01-06 | £159,355 |
| 1 The Fold Mossley Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2021-03-03 | £742,998 |
| 15 Mossley Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2019-08-08 | £166,981 |
| 13B Mossley Road, Oldham, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £95,500 | 2018-01-12 | £137,959 |
OL4 4HH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 89 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Education | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friezland Primary School Church Road , Greenfield OL3 7LN | 3out of 4 | 487 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's CofE Lydgate Primary School Cedar Lane , Grasscroft OL4 4DS | 3out of 4 | 1,030 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfield Primary School Shaw Street , Greenfield OL3 7AA | 4out of 4 | 1,227 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfield St Mary's CofE School Manchester Road , Greenfield OL3 7DW | 3out of 4 | 1,882 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity CofE Dobcross Primary School Delph New Road , Dobcross OL3 5BP | 3out of 4 | 2,260 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mossley Hollins High School Huddersfield Road , Mossley OL5 9DP | 4out of 4 | 2,141 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saddleworth School High Street , Uppermill OL3 6BU | 3out of 4 | 2,343 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterhead Academy Huddersfield Road , OL4 3NY | 2out of 4 | 3,623 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Leesbrook Roxbury Avenue , OL4 5JE | - not rated | 4,136 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Damian's RC Science College Lees Road , OL6 8BH | 4out of 4 | 4,993 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 1,420 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland School Whitecroft Street , Watersheddings OL1 4HX | 3out of 4 | 4,740 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Iqra High School 319 Waterloo Street , OL4 1BJ | - not rated | 5,196 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawrence House The Coach House , Dean Terrace OL6 8AJ | - not rated | 5,213 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saddleworth Rangers A.R.L.F.C. | Shaw Hall Bank Road | 448 yd | |
| Station Brew | 13 Shaw Hall Bank Road | 779 yd | |
| Scona | The Greenfield Centre, Wellington Road | 1,024 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Farrars Arms | 56 Oldham Road | 305 yd | |
| Springhead A.F.C. | Ashfield Cres. Playing Field, St John Street (Off) | 424 yd | |
| Saddleworth Cricket, Bowling & Tennis Club | Royal George Public House, Well I Hole | 677 yd | |
| The Railway Hotel | 11 Shaw Hall Bank Road | 780 yd | |
| The Royal George | Royal George Hotel, Manchester Road | 943 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saddleworth Pizza | Frenches Works, Chew Valley Road | 1,050 yd | |
| Golden House | 2A Greenbridge Lane | 1,079 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Saddleworth Rangers Arlfc SHAW HALL BANK ROAD | grass pitches | 444 yd |
| Saddleworth Cricket Tennis And Bowling Club Well-i-hole Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 758 yd |
| Tame Valley Tennis And Squash Club GREENBRIDGE LANE | squash courts, tennis courts | 1,055 yd |
| Lifestyle Fitness Centre (Closed) LIFESTYLE FITNESS CENTRE LIFESTYLE FITNESS CENTRE WELLINGTON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,086 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 | 95.5% |
| 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 | 4.5% |
| Median download speed | 79.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.