Rhodes Avenue is in Lees, Oldham and in Oldham district. OL4 5DU is located in the Saddleworth West & Lees 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 Rhodes Avenue, Lees, Oldham, OL4 5DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL4 5DX, OL4 5DW, OL4 5EB, OL4 5EA, OL4 5EE, OL4 5DP, OL4 5TJ, OL4 5TL, OL4 5PR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OL4 5DU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.3% 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 | 52.7% | 54.3% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 3.3% |
| Male | 47.3% | 45.7% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -3.3% |
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 | 22.8% | 32.3% | 9.5% | 37.9% | -5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.2% | 44.5% | -7.7% | 44.2% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 10.7% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 14.7% | 11% | -3.7% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
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 | 47% | 38.8% | -8.2% | 48.4% | -9.6% |
| Good health | 28.5% | 38.6% | 10.1% | 33.6% | 5.0% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 18.3% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 6% | 3.8% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.5% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 27.2% | 20.2% | -7.0% | 18.2% | 2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.4% | 11.9% | 2.5% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 13.1% | 0.9% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 6.5% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 13.6% | -0.5% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.9% | 32% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -1.8% |
| Other | 5% | 2.7% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.6% | 8.9% | 6.3% | 2.7% | 6.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.8% | 86.3% | -8.5% | 81.4% | 4.9% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 95.3% | 93.4% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 3.8% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 93.2% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 1% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.6% | 76.7% | 3.9% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.5% | 37.2% | -6.7% |
| Christian | 54.5% | 46.2% | 8.3% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 10.7% | 6.5% | 4.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rhodes Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Alexandra 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 -1.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Rhodes Avenue, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £217,500 | 2025-01-24 | £216,709 |
| 10 Rhodes Avenue, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-07-19 | £195,526 |
| 18 Rhodes Avenue, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2024-07-18 | £243,086 |
| 24 Rhodes Avenue, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2024-05-30 | £187,342 |
| 15 Rhodes Avenue, Oldham, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-11-22 | £242,240 |
OL4 5DU 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 | 114 |
| Retired | 100 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Other | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas' Leesfield CofE Primary School Thomas Street , Lees OL4 5AT | 3out of 4 | 320 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Agnes CofE Primary School Knolls Lane , Lees OL4 5RU | 3out of 4 | 693 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's RC School Rowland Way , Lees OL4 3LQ | 3out of 4 | 836 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hey-with-Zion Primary School Rowland Way , Lees OL4 3LQ | 3out of 4 | 900 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hugh's CofE Primary School Wildmoor Avenue , Holts OL4 5NZ | 2out of 4 | 985 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Academy Leesbrook Roxbury Avenue , OL4 5JE | - not rated | 935 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterhead Academy Huddersfield Road , OL4 3NY | 2out of 4 | 1,877 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blue Coat CofE School Egerton Street , OL1 3SQ | 4out of 4 | 3,012 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Damian's RC Science College Lees Road , OL6 8BH | 4out of 4 | 3,156 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hathershaw College Bellfield Avenue , Hathershaw OL8 3EP | 3out of 4 | 3,398 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 3,543 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oldham College Rochdale Road , OL9 6AA | - not rated | 3,724 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 5,249 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iqra High School 319 Waterloo Street , OL4 1BJ | - not rated | 2,002 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawrence House The Coach House , Dean Terrace OL6 8AJ | - not rated | 2,459 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Kingsland School Whitecroft Street , Watersheddings OL1 4HX | 3out of 4 | 2,507 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollinwood Academy Roman Road , Hollinwood OL8 3PT | 4out of 4 | 3,042 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Springboard Project 2 Medtia Square , Phoenix Street OL1 1AN | - not rated | 3,199 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruger Co Work & Coffee | Unit 2, The Greaves Building, Hartshead Street | 271 yd | |
| Age UK Oldham | Spring Lees Court, Oldham Road | 309 yd | |
| Dele Coffee House | 93 High Street | 390 yd | |
| Village Tea Room | 9 St Thomas Parade, Thomas Street | 404 yd | |
| Chapter One Coffee Bar | 92 High Street | 450 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Top House | 38 Co-Operative Street | 310 yd | |
| Front House | 31-33 Oldham Road | 380 yd | |
| District Bar Ltd | 103 High Street | 388 yd | |
| Red Lion | 109 High Street | 390 yd | |
| British Legion | 1 Princess Street | 449 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frydays | 81 Oldham Road | 380 yd | |
| Lucky Fortune | 97A High Street | 390 yd | |
| The Village Pantry | 1a Stamford Street | 417 yd | |
| Lees Tandoori Takeaway | 54 High Street | 450 yd | |
| Masuma Express | 86 High Street | 450 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Food | Oldham Road | 1,038 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mills Recreation Ground Barn Fold | grass pitches | 203 yd |
| Zion Methodist Church ZION METHODIST CHURCH ZION METHODIST CHURCH CHAPEL STREET | 334 yd | |
| Bodymatters (Closed) High Street | health and fitness suite | 463 yd |
| Viking Fitness UNIT 6 UNIT 6 ST. JOHNS INDUSTRIAL ESTATE | health and fitness suite | 611 yd |
| Oldham Golf Club LEES NEW ROAD | golf | 621 yd |
| Ashfield Crescent Playing Fields Ashfield Crescent | grass pitches | 734 yd |
| Hey With Zion School ROWLAND WAY | grass pitches | 952 yd |
| Grotton Pavillion STATION ROAD | 1,002 yd | |
| Waterhead Academy (Roxbury Campus) (Closed) Roxbury Avenue | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,040 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 | 79 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.