Stamford Square is in Ashton-Under-Lyne and in Tameside district. OL6 6SH is located in the Ashton St Michael's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ashton-under-Lyne. This postcode has been in use since 1984-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stamford Square, Ashton-under-lyne, OL6 6SH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL6 6SE, OL6 6SD, OL6 6QT, OL6 6QX, OL6 6QU, OL6 6SB, OL6 6SF, OL6 6RD, OL6 6RU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OL6 6SH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.4% | 50.4% | 2.0% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 51.6% | 49.6% | -2.0% | 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 area around OL6 6SH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 41.5% | 45.2% | 3.7% | 37.9% | 7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.5% | 37.3% | -4.2% | 44.2% | -6.9% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3.2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 7.4% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 6.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.4% | 42.2% | -1.2% | 48.4% | -6.2% |
| Good health | 40.6% | 34.1% | -6.5% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 10.7% | 18.1% | 7.4% | 12.7% | 5.4% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 4.1% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.7% | 15.8% | -7.9% | 18.2% | -2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 12.1% | -6.5% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 16.7% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 7.9% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 20% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.2% | 20.5% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -13.3% |
| Other | 2.5% | 7% | 4.5% | 2.8% | 4.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.9% 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% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 5% | 4.1% | -0.9% | 3.1% | 1.0% |
| Pakistani | 2.1% | 3.3% | 1.2% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 91.5% | 84.9% | -6.6% | 81.4% | 3.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 85.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.9% | 85.9% | -7.0% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 3.7% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 8.5% | 5.3% | 5.6% | 2.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 85.9% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6.3% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 2.6% | -3.1% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.4% | 76.7% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Poland | 3.7% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.1% | 37.2% | 3.9% |
| Christian | 43.7% | 46.2% | -2.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 4.4% | 1.7% | 2.7% |
| Muslim | 6.7% | 6.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stamford Square was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Ashton Hurst 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 -16.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Stamford Square, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2022-05-13 | £165,703 |
| 41 Stamford Square, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2021-05-10 | £113,820 |
| 37 Stamford Square, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £76,500 | 2015-05-29 | £138,966 |
| 41 Stamford Square, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £79,000 | 2013-12-04 | £149,981 |
| 43 Stamford Square, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2008-08-12 | £139,367 |
OL6 6SH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 82 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parochial CofE Primary and Nursery School, Ashton-under-Lyne Keppel Street , OL6 6NN | 3out of 4 | 552 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Heys Primary School Whiteacre Road , OL6 9NS | 3out of 4 | 816 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Mount Carmel RC Primary School, Ashton-under-Lyne Holden Street , OL6 9JJ | 3out of 4 | 963 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Primary School Romney Street , OL6 9HU | - not rated | 1,022 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Silver Springs Primary Academy School Crescent , SK15 1EA | 2out of 4 | 1,229 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Hill School Thompson Cross , Stamford Street SK15 1LX | 3out of 4 | 801 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| All Saints Catholic College Birch Lane , SK16 5AP | 3out of 4 | 1,771 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rayner Stephens High School Yew Tree Lane , SK16 5BL | - not rated | 2,119 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Academy Ashton Broadoak Road , OL6 8RF | 2out of 4 | 2,305 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Copley Academy Huddersfield Road , SK15 3RR | 1out of 4 | 2,789 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tameside College Beaufort Road , OL6 6NX | - not rated | 328 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashton Sixth Form College Darnton Road , OL6 9RL | - not rated | 683 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity School Birbeck Street , Off High Street SK15 1SH | - not rated | 1,231 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Works 4 U Summort (Norman Mackie & Associates Ltd) The Peacock , SK15 1EB | - not rated | 1,334 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Safe Start Education 1,2 and 4 Henry Square Chambers , Ashton Under Lyne OL6 7ST | - not rated | 1,757 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greater Manchester Alternative Provision 87 Blandford Street , Ashton Under Lyne ol6 7hw | - not rated | 1,923 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cromwell High School Yew Tree Lane , SK16 5BJ | 4out of 4 | 2,119 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Gabriels Community Group | St Gabriels Community Group, 10 Audley Street | 77 yd | |
| Whitelands Road Cafe | Gatefield Works 6, Whitelands Road | 506 yd | |
| Highfield Pavillion Cafe | Stamford Park Cafe Stamford Park, Darnton Road | 532 yd | |
| Latte Da | Latte Da, 69 Park Road | 695 yd | |
| Costa Coffee At Tameside General Hospital | Tameside General Hospital, Fountain Street | 733 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Warrington Arms | The Warrington Arms Public House, Stamford Square | 40 yd | |
| The Sycamore | Sycamore Inn, 4 Stamford Square | 101 yd | |
| White Horse Inn | The White Horse Public House, 58 Stamford Square | 221 yd | |
| Tame Valley Hotel | Tame Valley Hotel, 1 Park Road | 728 yd | |
| Beaconsfield Conservative Club | Beaconsfield Conservative Club, 16 Stamford Street Central | 807 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Garden | Happy Garden, 20 Stamford Square | 56 yd | |
| Sizzlers Catering | Sizzlers Catering, 19 Stamford Square | 67 yd | |
| Sweet Hideout | Sweet Hideout, 48A Stamford Square | 199 yd | |
| Kings Chippy | Kings Chippy, 66 Stamford Square | 251 yd | |
| Kings Fish And Chips | Kings Fish And Chips, 66 Stamford Square | 251 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, Mossley Road | 773 yd | |
| Morrisons Supermarket | Morrisons Supermarket, Foundry Street | 1,085 yd | |
| Warsaw Superstore | Warsaw Superstore, 143 Stamford Street Central | 1,092 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tameside College BEAUFORT ROAD | health and fitness suite | 432 yd |
| West Hill School Sports Centre STAMFORD STREET | health and fitness suite | 697 yd |
| Ashton-Under-Lyne Sixth Form College DARNTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 709 yd |
| Stamford Park SPRINGS RISE | grass pitches | 872 yd |
| The Heys Primary School WHITEACRE ROAD | grass pitches | 883 yd |
| Stanley Square Conservative Club DUKINFIELD CONSERVATIVE CLUB DUKINFIELD CONSERVATIVE CLUB STANLEY STREET | 1,013 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 121.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.