School Avenue is in Ashton-Under-Lyne and in Tameside district. OL6 8BE is located in the Ashton Hurst electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ashton-under-Lyne. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about School Avenue, Ashton-under-lyne, OL6 8BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL6 8BG, OL6 8BQ, OL6 9DU, OL6 8BB, OL6 8BD, OL6 8BA, OL6 9DT, OL6 8DR, OL6 9DP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OL6 8BE has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 48.6% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 51.4% | 51.4% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 OL6 8BE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.2% 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 | 16.7% | 30.8% | 14.1% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.2% | 54.2% | -14.0% | 44.2% | 10.0% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 4.7% | 5.8% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 8.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 | 39.4% | 48.9% | 9.5% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 37% | 33.5% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 12.9% | -5.6% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.6% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 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 | 24.9% | 23% | -1.9% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 6.3% | -6.1% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 13.4% | -4.6% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 6.7% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 20.5% | 10.2% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 24% | 28.9% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -4.9% |
| Other | 5.2% | 1.3% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.3% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 2.7% | 3.6% | 0.9% | 3.1% | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 13.4% | 13.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | 11.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 81.5% | 79.3% | -2.2% | 81.4% | -2.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 91.6% 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 | 91.1% | 91.6% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.5% | 4.4% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.8% | 91.3% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.6% | 7.6% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.9% | 0% | -7.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.4% | 76.7% | 11.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.5% | 37.2% | -13.7% |
| Christian | 53.8% | 46.2% | 7.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 3.6% | 1.7% | 1.9% |
| Muslim | 14.4% | 6.5% | 7.9% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around School Avenue 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 -19.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 School Avenue, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £209,000 | 2023-04-24 | £229,836 |
| 7 School Avenue, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £357,500 | 2022-12-14 | £377,756 |
| 10 School Avenue, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2021-04-26 | £225,046 |
| 14 School Avenue, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2020-03-20 | £228,645 |
| 2 School Avenue, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2014-11-18 | £167,064 |
OL6 8BE area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
OL6 8BE 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.
The percentage of student residents living in OL6 8BE area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Education | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Christopher's RC Primary School St Christopher's Road , OL6 9DP | 4out of 4 | 350 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holden Clough Community Primary School St. Albans Avenue , OL6 8XN | 2out of 4 | 485 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Broadoak Norman Road , OL6 8QG | 3out of 4 | 778 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosehill Methodist Primary Academy Rose Hill Road , OL6 8YG | 3out of 4 | 1,078 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurst Knoll St James' Church of England Primary School Ladbrooke Road , OL6 8JS | 3out of 4 | 1,201 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Academy Ashton Broadoak Road , OL6 8RF | 2out of 4 | 148 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Damian's RC Science College Lees Road , OL6 8BH | 4out of 4 | 587 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hill School Thompson Cross , Stamford Street SK15 1LX | 3out of 4 | 2,501 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Hathershaw College Bellfield Avenue , Hathershaw OL8 3EP | 3out of 4 | 3,094 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Leesbrook Roxbury Avenue , OL4 5JE | - not rated | 3,615 yd | Free schools | 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 | 1,634 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside College Beaufort Road , OL6 6NX | - not rated | 2,097 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 4,913 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oldham College Rochdale Road , OL9 6AA | - not rated | 5,369 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samuel Laycock School Broadoak Road , OL6 8RF | 2out of 4 | 154 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawrence House The Coach House , Dean Terrace OL6 8AJ | - not rated | 1,897 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Works 4 U Summort (Norman Mackie & Associates Ltd) The Peacock , SK15 1EB | - not rated | 2,281 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greater Manchester Alternative Provision 87 Blandford Street , Ashton Under Lyne ol6 7hw | - not rated | 2,616 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Safe Start Education 1,2 and 4 Henry Square Chambers , Ashton Under Lyne OL6 7ST | - not rated | 2,818 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amaani | Amaani, 77 Lees Road | 51 yd | |
| Anna's Community Cafe | Broadoak And Smallshaw Community Centre, Broadoak Road | 334 yd | |
| Friends Of Oasis Broadoak Community Hub | Broadoak Primary School, Norman Road | 842 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lord Nelson | Lord Nelson Inn, Nook Lane | 331 yd | |
| Ashton United Football Club Ltd | Football Ground, Surrey Street | 480 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | Royal Oak Hotel, 23 Nook Lane | 484 yd | |
| Hare And Hounds | Hare And Hounds, 238 Kings Road | 548 yd | |
| Ashton-Under-Lyne Golf Club | Ashton Golf Club, Gorsey Way | 573 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royale Tandoori and Fried Chicken | Royale Tandoori and Fried Chicken, 19 Nook Lane | 485 yd | |
| Pizza Time | Pizza Time, 185 Kings Road | 544 yd | |
| Andys English Fish And Chips | Andys English Fish And Chips, 234 Kings Road | 548 yd | |
| Murghanos | Murghanos, 167 Kings Road | 576 yd | |
| Tracey's | Tracey's, 173 Queens Road | 662 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Hurst Cross | Late Shop Food Store, 187 Kings Road | 532 yd | |
| Bargain World | Bargain World, 161 Kings Road | 576 yd | |
| Asda Superstore | Asda Stores Limited, 102 Queens Road | 645 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Charter Academy (Greenhurst Campus) (Closed) Greenhurst Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 302 yd |
| Great Academy Ashton BROADOAK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 311 yd |
| Broadoak Sports Centre (Closed) Broadoak Road | grass pitches | 363 yd |
| Surrey Street (Ashton United Fc) SURREY STREET | grass pitches | 480 yd |
| St Damian'S Rc Science College LEES ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 534 yd |
| Ashton-Under-Lyne Golf Club Gorsey Way | golf | 576 yd |
| St Damien'S Rc Science Centre (Closed) Lees Road | grass pitches | 577 yd |
| Rosehill Tennis Club ROSEHILL TENNIS CLUB ROSEHILL TENNIS CLUB GORSEY LANE | tennis courts | 790 yd |
| Cedar Park (Closed) Queens Road | grass pitches | 809 yd |
| Gambrel Bank ST. ALBANS AVENUE | grass pitches | 819 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 | 31 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 125.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.