Hopkins Buildings is in Mossley, Ashton-Under-Lyne and in Tameside district. OL5 9BE is located in the Mossley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Stalybridge and Hyde. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hopkins Buildings, Mossley, Ashton-under-lyne, OL5 9BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL5 9BZ, OL5 9HD, OL5 9BG, OL5 9DZ, OL5 9GG, OL5 9BH, OL5 9DU, OL5 9DX, OL5 9GF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OL5 9BE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 51.6% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 49.3% | 48.4% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 OL5 9BE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.4% 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 | 22.1% | 30.5% | 8.4% | 37.9% | -7.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.2% | 59.4% | -6.8% | 44.2% | 15.2% |
| Separated | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 7.5% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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 (92.8%) 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 | 63.1% | 58.6% | -4.5% | 48.4% | 10.2% |
| Good health | 27.7% | 34.2% | 6.5% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 8.2% | 7.2% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -5.5% |
| Bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 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.
In the area around OL5 9BE this area, 8.8% 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 44.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.3% | 8.8% | -0.5% | 18.2% | -9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 9.2% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 12.5% | -2.7% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 5% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 20% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.7% | 44.6% | 3.9% | 33.8% | 10.8% |
| Other | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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 | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.9% | 98.7% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 96.8% | 97.4% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 97.4% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.6% | 76.7% | 12.9% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 9.4% | 13.5% | -4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25% | 37.2% | -12.2% |
| Christian | 67.5% | 46.2% | 21.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hopkins Buildings was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Mossley 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 -49.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Hopkins Buildings, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £154,000 | 2021-11-12 | £172,058 |
| 10 Hopkins Buildings, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £136,000 | 2020-08-14 | £179,321 |
| 4 Hopkins Buildings, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £106,000 | 2015-10-09 | £181,151 |
| 12 Hopkins Buildings, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2010-01-14 | £199,461 |
| 8 Hopkins Buildings, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £59,000 | 2002-03-08 | £234,606 |
OL5 9BE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friezland Primary School Church Road , Greenfield OL3 7LN | 3out of 4 | 805 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milton St John's CofE Primary School Mill Lane , Mossley OL5 0BN | 3out of 4 | 1,031 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Micklehurst All Saints CofE Primary School The Rowans , Mossley OL5 9DR | 3out of 4 | 1,404 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC Primary School Market Street , Mossley OL5 0ES | 3out of 4 | 1,581 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's CofE Lydgate Primary School Cedar Lane , Grasscroft OL4 4DS | 3out of 4 | 1,581 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 911 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saddleworth School High Street , Uppermill OL3 6BU | 3out of 4 | 3,542 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Leesbrook Roxbury Avenue , OL4 5JE | - not rated | 3,895 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Damian's RC Science College Lees Road , OL6 8BH | 4out of 4 | 3,953 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterhead Academy Huddersfield Road , OL4 3NY | 2out of 4 | 4,066 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 5,350 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | 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 | 1,751 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawrence House The Coach House , Dean Terrace OL6 8AJ | - not rated | 4,486 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Samuel Laycock School Broadoak Road , OL6 8RF | 2out of 4 | 4,551 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Works 4 U Summort (Norman Mackie & Associates Ltd) The Peacock , SK15 1EB | - not rated | 4,884 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Iqra High School 319 Waterloo Street , OL4 1BJ | - not rated | 4,957 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tumbles Catering Limited | Park Mill Industrial Estate, Manchester Road | 178 yd | |
| Chutney Massala | The Old Fire Station, Manchester Road | 182 yd | |
| Lal Quila Restaurant | Restaurant Roaches Industrial Estate, Manchester Road | 196 yd | |
| The Allotment Cafe | The Allotment Cafe, 315 Manchester Road | 958 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tollemache Arms | Tollemache Arms, Manchester Road | 132 yd | |
| The Roaches Lock | Roaches Lock, 387 Manchester Road | 182 yd | |
| Dysarts Arms | Dysarts Arms, Huddersfield Road | 303 yd | |
| The Royal George | Royal George Hotel, Manchester Road | 386 yd | |
| Rising Sun Inn | Rising Sun Inn, Stockport Road | 589 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Saddleworth Cricket Tennis And Bowling Club Well-i-hole Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 533 yd |
| Mossley Hollins High School HUDDERSFIELD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 870 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 21.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 22.78 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 22.78 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 2.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 2.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 3.32 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.