Lime Grove is in Ashton-Under-Lyne and in Tameside district. OL6 8PT 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 Lime Grove, Ashton-under-lyne, OL6 8PT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL6 8PS, OL6 8PU, OL6 8PX, OL6 8PZ, OL6 8PW, OL6 8QA, OL6 8PR, OL6 8QW, OL6 8PY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OL6 8PT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% 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 | 56.9% | 53% | -3.9% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 43.1% | 47% | 3.9% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
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 8PT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.2% 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 | 36.1% | 44.2% | 8.1% | 37.9% | 6.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.6% | 29.8% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -14.4% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 4.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 13% | 14% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 11.6% | 7.9% | -3.7% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 31.9% | 36.2% | 4.3% | 48.4% | -12.2% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 30.6% | -0.2% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 23.2% | 21% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 8.3% |
| Bad health | 12% | 6.6% | -5.4% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 5.5% | 3.3% | 1.2% | 4.3% |
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.
In the area around OL6 8PT this area, 33.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 18.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 50% | 33.6% | -16.4% | 18.2% | 15.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 12% | -1.4% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 11.1% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 8.3% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 13.4% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.8% | 18.9% | 10.1% | 33.8% | -14.9% |
| Other | 2.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.5% | 3% | 0.5% | 1.1% | 1.9% |
| Indian | 2.9% | 3% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -0.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 4.8% | 4.8% | 2.7% | 2.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.2% | 83% | -11.2% | 81.4% | 1.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 86.2% 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% | 86.2% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 3.0% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 1.5% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 7.8% | 5.3% | 5.6% | 2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 85.9% | -6.1% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.3% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 3.7% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 1.5% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.6% | 76.7% | -7.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 24.4% | 13.5% | 10.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37% | 37.2% | -0.2% |
| Christian | 45.6% | 46.2% | -0.6% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 10% | 6.5% | 3.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lime Grove 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 -24.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Lime Grove, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £107,250 | 2015-11-16 | £187,596 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Academy Broadoak Norman Road , OL6 8QG | 3out of 4 | 412 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurst Knoll St James' Church of England Primary School Ladbrooke Road , OL6 8JS | 3out of 4 | 467 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Canon Johnson CofE Primary School Elgin Street , OL7 9DD | 2out of 4 | 783 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Mount Carmel RC Primary School, Ashton-under-Lyne Holden Street , OL6 9JJ | 3out of 4 | 800 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Primary School Romney Street , OL6 9HU | - not rated | 862 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,039 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Damian's RC Science College Lees Road , OL6 8BH | 4out of 4 | 1,708 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hill School Thompson Cross , Stamford Street SK15 1LX | 3out of 4 | 2,315 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Laurus Ryecroft Lumb Lane , Droylsden M43 7LJ | - not rated | 3,166 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hathershaw College Bellfield Avenue , Hathershaw OL8 3EP | 3out of 4 | 3,299 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,352 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tameside College Beaufort Road , OL6 6NX | - not rated | 1,461 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldham Sixth Form College Union Street West , OL8 1XU | - not rated | 5,290 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | 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 | 1,095 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greater Manchester Alternative Provision 87 Blandford Street , Ashton Under Lyne ol6 7hw | - not rated | 1,485 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 | 1,714 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Works 4 U Summort (Norman Mackie & Associates Ltd) The Peacock , SK15 1EB | - not rated | 2,417 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawrence House The Coach House , Dean Terrace OL6 8AJ | - not rated | 2,561 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bean And Bun | Bean And Bun, 4 Broadoak Crescent | 371 yd | |
| Friends Of Oasis Broadoak Community Hub | Broadoak Primary School, Norman Road | 397 yd | |
| Shree Bharatiya Mandal | Shree Bharatiya Mandal Indian Association, 103 Union Road | 429 yd | |
| Jumparooz Inflatable Park | Unit 31 Berkeley Business Park, Turner Street | 620 yd | |
| Carpenters Arms At Charlestown United Reform Church | United Reform Church, Alexandra Road | 650 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Ball Inn | Old Ball Inn, 50 Broadoak Road | 188 yd | |
| The Broadoak Hotel | Broadoak Hotel, 69 Broadoak Road | 293 yd | |
| Halfway House | Halfway House, 123 Whiteacre Road | 763 yd | |
| Junction Inn | Junction Inn, 55 Turner Lane | 766 yd | |
| Hare And Hounds | Hare And Hounds, 238 Kings Road | 782 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chilli Pickle | Chilli Pickle, 5 Smallshaw Lane | 218 yd | |
| Lams Fish & Chips | Lams Fish & Chips, 3 Broadoak Crescent | 363 yd | |
| Top Chef | Top Chef, 195 Curzon Road | 604 yd | |
| Full Monty | Full Monty, 56 Turner Lane | 723 yd | |
| Murghanos | Murghanos, 167 Kings Road | 727 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bargain World | Bargain World, 161 Kings Road | 727 yd | |
| Premier Hurst Cross | Late Shop Food Store, 187 Kings Road | 810 yd | |
| Asda Superstore | Asda Stores Limited, 102 Queens Road | 910 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, Mossley Road | 994 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Small Shaw Lane Playing Fields South SMALLSHAW LANE | grass pitches | 311 yd |
| Smallshaw Lane Playing Fields North HEGINBOTTOM CRESCENT | grass pitches | 378 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields ORMONDE COURT | grass pitches | 385 yd |
| Cedar Park (Closed) Queens Road | grass pitches | 733 yd |
| International Gym & Hope Street Boxing JAMES HOWE MILL JAMES HOWE MILL LORD STREET | health and fitness suite | 766 yd |
| Total Body Fitness Centre (Closed) Henrietta Trading Estate Henrietta Trading Estate Henrietta Street | health and fitness suite | 781 yd |
| Surrey Street (Ashton United Fc) SURREY STREET | grass pitches | 830 yd |
| Dale Grove School (Closed) Wilshaw Lane | grass pitches | 885 yd |
| The Heys Primary School WHITEACRE ROAD | grass pitches | 890 yd |
| Broadoak Sports Centre (Closed) Broadoak Road | grass pitches | 901 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 36.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 53.97 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 53.97 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.52 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.