Garden Street is in Springhead, Oldham and in Oldham district. OL4 5TJ 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 Garden Street, Springhead, Oldham, OL4 5TJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL4 5TH, OL4 5DP, OL4 5TL, OL4 5DR, OL4 5TN, OL4 5TW, OL4 5TQ, OL4 5EE, OL4 5TB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OL4 5TJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% 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 | 53.3% | 53.8% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 46.7% | 46.3% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 | 42.4% | 40% | -2.4% | 37.9% | 2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.1% | 33.7% | -1.4% | 44.2% | -10.5% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 5.3% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 3.1% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 18.4% | 6.2% | 9.1% | 9.3% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 2.6% | -4.7% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
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 | 46.7% | 40% | -6.7% | 48.4% | -8.4% |
| Good health | 36% | 37.5% | 1.5% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 12% | 15.8% | 3.8% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 5.4% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 22.4% | 16.1% | -6.3% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 10.4% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 17.1% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 5.2% | -0.7% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.6% | 13.5% | -4.1% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 22% | 33.7% | 11.7% | 33.8% | -0.1% |
| Other | 2.9% | 4.1% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.9% | 96.6% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 96.3% | 96.3% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 96.3% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 10% | 13.5% | -3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.5% | 37.2% | 15.3% |
| Christian | 44.2% | 46.2% | -2.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 1.7% | 6.0% | -4.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Garden Street 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 been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Garden Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £134,000 | 2021-02-05 | £176,578 |
| 1 Garden Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2020-11-23 | £172,149 |
| 2 Garden Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2018-08-10 | £183,967 |
| 2 Garden Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2017-09-29 | £112,379 |
| 1 Garden Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £66,000 | 2004-01-30 | £206,650 |
OL4 5TJ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 25% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| 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 | 393 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's RC School Rowland Way , Lees OL4 3LQ | 3out of 4 | 705 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Agnes CofE Primary School Knolls Lane , Lees OL4 5RU | 3out of 4 | 705 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hey-with-Zion Primary School Rowland Way , Lees OL4 3LQ | 3out of 4 | 773 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springhead Infant and Nursery School Cooper Street , Springhead OL4 4QT | 3out of 4 | 805 yd | Community 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 | 1,067 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterhead Academy Huddersfield Road , OL4 3NY | 2out of 4 | 1,718 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blue Coat CofE School Egerton Street , OL1 3SQ | 4out of 4 | 3,050 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Damian's RC Science College Lees Road , OL6 8BH | 4out of 4 | 3,339 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mossley Hollins High School Huddersfield Road , Mossley OL5 9DP | 4out of 4 | 3,552 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 3,642 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oldham College Rochdale Road , OL9 6AA | - not rated | 3,800 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 5,424 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 | 2,118 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsland School Whitecroft Street , Watersheddings OL1 4HX | 3out of 4 | 2,416 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawrence House The Coach House , Dean Terrace OL6 8AJ | - not rated | 2,661 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Hollinwood Academy Roman Road , Hollinwood OL8 3PT | 4out of 4 | 3,100 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Springboard Project 2 Medtia Square , Phoenix Street OL1 1AN | - not rated | 3,293 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age UK Oldham | Spring Lees Court, Oldham Road | 143 yd | |
| Ruger Co Work & Coffee | Unit 2, The Greaves Building, Hartshead Street | 162 yd | |
| Dele Coffee House | 93 High Street | 347 yd | |
| Chapter One Coffee Bar | 92 High Street | 432 yd | |
| Milan Bar | 13 Elliott Street | 443 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Top House | 38 Co-Operative Street | 122 yd | |
| Front House | 31-33 Oldham Road | 192 yd | |
| District Bar Ltd | 103 High Street | 338 yd | |
| Red Lion | 109 High Street | 347 yd | |
| The Venue | 72 High Street | 432 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frydays | 81 Oldham Road | 192 yd | |
| Lucky Fortune | 97A High Street | 347 yd | |
| The Village Pantry | 1a Stamford Street | 415 yd | |
| Lees Tandoori Takeaway | 54 High Street | 432 yd | |
| Masuma Express | 86 High Street | 432 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Food | Oldham Road | 889 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Zion Methodist Church ZION METHODIST CHURCH ZION METHODIST CHURCH CHAPEL STREET | 244 yd | |
| Mills Recreation Ground Barn Fold | grass pitches | 282 yd |
| Bodymatters (Closed) High Street | health and fitness suite | 457 yd |
| Viking Fitness UNIT 6 UNIT 6 ST. JOHNS INDUSTRIAL ESTATE | health and fitness suite | 526 yd |
| Ashfield Crescent Playing Fields Ashfield Crescent | grass pitches | 562 yd |
| Oldham Golf Club LEES NEW ROAD | golf | 800 yd |
| Hey With Zion School ROWLAND WAY | grass pitches | 842 yd |
| Grotton Pavillion STATION ROAD | 863 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 | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| 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.