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Glendon Crescent is in Ashton-Under-Lyne and in Tameside district. OL6 8XX 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 Glendon Crescent, Ashton-under-lyne, OL6 8XX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: OL6 8XR, OL6 8TZ, OL6 8XS, OL7 9TE, OL6 8XU, OL6 8UB, OL6 8XY, OL7 9TH, OL7 9TA.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OL6 8XX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female50.2%51.8%1.6% 51.0% 0.8%
Male49.8%48.2%-1.6% 49.0% -0.8%

Partnership Status

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 8XX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.1% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single23.1%19.6%-3.5% 37.9% -18.3%
Married: Opposite sex64.3%65.1%0.8% 44.2% 20.9%
Separated1.6%0.4%-1.2% 2.2% -1.8%
Divorced5.5%5.1%-0.4% 9.1% -4.0%
Widowed5.5%9.8%4.3% 6.1% 3.7%

Health

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health44.6%39.8%-4.8% 48.4% -8.6%
Good health37.6%39.8%2.2% 33.6% 6.2%
Fair health10.9%15.8%4.9% 12.7% 3.1%
Bad health5%3.9%-1.1% 4.0% -0.1%
Very bad health2%0.7%-1.3% 1.2% -0.5%

Education and Qualifications

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications20.8%18.9%-1.9% 18.2% 0.7%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 14.1%13.4%-0.7% 9.6% 3.8%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels17.3%14.7%-2.6% 13.4% 1.3%
Apprenticeship2.4%6.3%3.9% 5.3% 1.0%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels13.3%16.8%3.5% 16.9% -0.1%
Degree or Similar26.7%24.8%-1.9% 33.8% -9.0%
Other5.5%5%-0.5% 2.8% 2.2%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65.4% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Bangladeshi0%3.2%3.2% 1.1% 2.1%
Chinese0.3%1.8%1.5% 0.7% 1.1%
Indian12.2%8.9%-3.3% 3.1% 5.8%
Pakistani12.9%12.9%0.0% 2.7% 10.2%
Other Asian0%2.1%2.1% 1.6% 0.5%
Black African0%1.1%1.1% 2.5% -1.4%
Black Caribbean0.3%0%-0.3% 1.0% -1.0%
Other Black0%0.7%0.7% 0.5% 0.2%
Mixed White and Asian0.7%1.8%1.1% 0.8% 1.0%
Mixed White and African0%1.1%1.1% 0.4% 0.7%
Mixed White and Caribbean0.3%0%-0.3% 0.9% -0.9%
Mixed Other0.3%1.1%0.8% 0.8% 0.3%
White72.9%65.4%-7.5% 81.4% -16.0%

Country of Birth

In this area, 83.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom85.5%83.1%-2.4% 83.2% -0.1%
European Union0.3%1.8%1.5% 6.1% -4.3%
Africa3.6%5.3%1.7% 2.7% 2.6%
Middle East and Asia9.6%9.5%-0.1% 5.6% 3.9%
The Americas and the Caribbean1%0.4%-0.6% 1.3% -0.9%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK84.8%84%-0.8% 83.2% 0.8%
10+ Years0.7%13.9%13.2% 9.8% 4.1%
5-10 Years0.3%1.1%0.8% 2.9% -1.8%
2-5 Years0.7%1.1%0.4% 2.2% -1.1%
Less than 2 years13.5%0%-13.5% 1.9% -1.9%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom91% 76.7% 14.3%
Ireland0.7% 0.6% 0.1%
Germany0.4% 0.2% 0.2%
Portugal1.1% 0.5% 0.6%
Southern Asia0.7% 1.2% -0.5%
No passport held6.1% 13.5% -7.4%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion18.2% 37.2% -19.0%
Christian53.9% 46.2% 7.7%
Hindu8.2% 1.7% 6.5%
Muslim18.9% 6.5% 12.4%
Other religion0.4% 0.6% -0.2%
Not answered0.4% 6.0% -5.6%

Safety

Is Glendon Crescent Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Glendon Crescent 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 remained broadly unchanged year on year.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

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.

Average Household Income
£42,200
Income Rank
5/10

Household Income in OL6 8XX, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Glendon Crescent are based on 42 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Tameside.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Glendon Crescent, Ashton-under-lyne, OL6 8XX

Estimated Average Property Prices for OL6 8XX

Average Price
£400,505
Semi-Detached
no sales
Terraced
no sales
Detached
£400,505
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Glendon Crescent

Average Price
£402,621
Semi-Detached
£444,471
Terraced
£331,717
Detached
£399,406
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Glendon CrescentStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
54 Glendon Crescent, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester
Detached, an established residential building
£248,0002019-08-15 £357,589
42 Glendon Crescent, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester
Detached, an established residential building
£242,0002017-07-24 £385,394
33 Glendon Crescent, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester
Detached, an established residential building
£250,0002017-05-12 £406,631
44 Glendon Crescent, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester
Detached, an established residential building
£218,0002016-07-08 £374,567
37 Glendon Crescent, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester
Detached, an established residential building
£180,0002014-08-18 £346,679
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for OL6 8XX

Employment

OL6 8XX 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 retired residents living in OL6 8XX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.

Economic Activity

Retired95
Full-Time Employee62
Part-Time Employee34
Self-Employed11
Student (economically inactive)11
Looking after home or family8
Full-Time Student (with or without job)5
Unemployed5
Long-Term Sick or disabled4
Other2

Employment Industry

Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles27
Human health and social work activities21
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security17
Education15
Manufacturing13
Construction11
Professional, scientific and technical activities11
Financial and insurance activities9
Other5
Transport and storage5
Information and communication4
Administrative and support service activities3
Real estate activities2
Agriculture, forestry and fishing2
Accommodation and food service activities1
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities1

Schools

Nursery

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Wilshaw Nursery School
Store Street , OL7 9QA
- not rated 851 yd Local authority nursery school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Whiteacre Nursery School
Romney Street , OL6 9HU
- not rated 1,920 yd Local authority nursery school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Trafalgar Nursery School
John Street East , OL7 0NH
- not rated 3,414 yd Local authority nursery school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Hollins Nursery School
Hollins Lane , Micklehurst OL5 9DP
- not rated 4,714 yd Local authority nursery school Not Applicable Not applicable More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Oasis Academy Broadoak
Norman Road , OL6 8QG
3out of 4 812 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
Broadoak Primary School
Norman Road , OL6 8QG
- not rated 812 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Broadoak County Infant School
Broadoak Road , OL6 8RS
- not rated 812 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Smallshaw Junior School
Norman Road , OL6 8QG
- not rated 826 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Canon Burrows CofE Primary School
Oldham Road , OL7 9ND
3out of 4 916 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Great Academy Ashton
Broadoak Road , OL6 8RF
- not rated 1,019 yd Academy sponsor led Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Hartshead Sports College
Greenhurst Road , OL6 9DX
- not rated 1,443 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
St Damian's RC Science College
Lees Road , OL6 8BH
4out of 4 1,463 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Stamford High School
Mossley Road , OL6 9SD
- not rated 2,200 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
The Hathershaw College of Technology & Sport
Bellfield Avenue , Hathershaw OL8 3EP
- not rated 2,218 yd Foundation school Not Applicable Mixed More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Ashton Sixth Form College
Darnton Road , OL6 9RL
- not rated 2,331 yd Academy 16-19 converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Ashton Sixth Form College
Darnton Road , OL6 9RL
- not rated 2,331 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Tameside College
Beaufort Road , OL6 6NX
- not rated 2,544 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Oldham Sixth Form College
Union Street West , OL8 1XU
- not rated 4,199 yd Academy 16-19 converter No Mixed More About School
Oldham Sixth Form College
Union Street West , OL8 1XU
- not rated 4,199 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Joseph Rayner Independent School
1055 Ashton Road , Bardsley OL8 3HX
- not rated 804 yd Other independent school No Mixed More About School
Samuel Laycock School
Broadoak Road , OL6 8RF
- not rated 947 yd Academy special sponsor led Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Samuel Laycock School
Broadoak Road , OL6 8RF
- not rated 1,017 yd Community special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
The Limes School
73A Taunton Road , Ashton under Lyne OL7 9DU
- not rated 1,489 yd Other independent special school Not Applicable Boys More About School
Marland Fold Community Special School
Rosary Road , Fitton Hill OL8 2RP
- not rated 1,495 yd Community special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Bean And BunBean And Bun, 4 Broadoak Crescent792 yd
Kickback Cafe1055 Ashton Road803 yd
Friends Of Oasis Broadoak Community HubBroadoak Primary School, Norman Road849 yd
Smokies Park HotelAshton Road972 yd
Anna's Community CafeBroadoak And Smallshaw Community Centre, Broadoak Road1,016 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Pegs LanternPegs Lantern, St Albans Avenue291 yd
Dog And PheasantDog And Pheasant, 528 Oldham Road698 yd
The Broadoak HotelBroadoak Hotel, 69 Broadoak Road916 yd
DaisyfieldDaisyfield Inn, 14 Keb Lane1,003 yd
Old Ball InnOld Ball Inn, 50 Broadoak Road1,034 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Hoong ShingHoong Shing, 152 St Albans Avenue299 yd
New Bella Pizza LimitedNew Bella Pizza Limited, 150 St Albans Avenue306 yd
SheikhsSheikhs, 156 St Albans Avenue321 yd
Lams Fish & ChipsLams Fish & Chips, 3 Broadoak Crescent800 yd
Three BurgersUnit 3, 1055 Ashton Road803 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Tesco ExpressTesco Express, 397 Oldham Road785 yd
FarmfoodsFarmfoods, 12 Picton Street830 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Gambrel Bank
ST. ALBANS AVENUE
grass pitches464 yd
Smallshaw Lane Playing Fields North
HEGINBOTTOM CRESCENT
grass pitches894 yd
Waterloo Afc
WATERLOO FOOTBALL GROUND WATERLOO FOOTBALL GROUND WILSHAW LANE
grass pitches901 yd
Broadoak Sports Centre (Closed)
Broadoak Road
grass pitches927 yd
Canon Burows C Of E Primary School
OLDHAM ROAD
grass pitches950 yd
Dale Grove School (Closed)
Wilshaw Lane
grass pitches955 yd
Great Academy Ashton
BROADOAK ROAD
artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite963 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed40 Mbit/s
Average download speed40.1 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed66.87 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed66.87 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed6.8 Mbit/s
Average upload speed7.5 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed16.71 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.